Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

At https://hardware.thebestlocalpro.com (referred to as “Hardware,” “we,” or “our”), we prioritize your privacy and data security. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, storage, handling, and processing of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal data
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
  • California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), USA
  • Colorado’s Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah’s Consumer Sales Privacy Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut’s Consumer Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia’s Consumer Data Privacy Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please be aware that this Privacy Policy does not cover third-party platforms, applications, or services accessed through links on our site, as they have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the practices when you:

  • Utilize our applications and services as an authorized user
  • Visit any of our websites that refer to this Privacy Policy
  • Engage with us through communications like newsletters, emails, calls, or text messages (SMS)

Personal Data Collection

We collect diverse types of personal information, including:

  • Account Information: Details associated with your registration and account creation.
  • Payment Information: Transaction data required for processing purchases.
  • Financial Information: Banking details, if provided for payment purposes.
  • Purchase Information: Product/service order history and preferences.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs to enhance user experience.
  • Location Data: Geographic coordinates when you interact with our location-based services.
  • Feedback: Your responses to surveys, reviews, or other feedback mechanisms.
  • Social Media Information: Content and data from social media platforms (if publicly shared).
  • Product Information: Details about products you browse, purchase, or review.

We obtain this information through direct user input, interactions with our services, and automated technologies like cookies and tracking pixels. Additionally, we may receive personal data from third parties who assist us in providing services, always subject to their privacy policies.

Cookies

Hardware uses cookies to enhance your online experience and gather analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device with specific functions:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for navigating our website and using its features.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your preferences, such as language settings.
  • Analytics Cookies: Track visitor behavior to improve our services and content.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to manage their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information.

Security Measures

Hardware employs robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes:

  • Secure data transmission protocols (HTTPS)
  • Encryption for data at rest and in transit
  • Access controls and employee training on data security
  • Engagement of secure third-party processing providers

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us using the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you are entitled to certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data under specific circumstances.
  • Restriction: Limit our processing of your data in certain situations.
  • Portability: Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Non-Discrimination: Be free from biased treatment when exercising your rights.

To exercise these rights or for data-related queries, please contact our dedicated privacy team at your earliest convenience.

Changes to Policy

Hardware reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website, and we encourage users to review this page periodically for updates.

Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or if you have any questions about this policy, please contact us: