Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://building-codes.pobb.net! We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled with utmost care. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, handling, and disclosure of information from users who interact with our website, applications, services, and products. By using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined here, which are designed to comply with various global privacy regulations, including:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Colorado, USA
Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA), Utah, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CDTPA), Connecticut, USA
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Virginia, USA
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), South Africa

Scope

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

Our official website at https://building-codes.pobb.net
Mobile and desktop applications associated with our platform
Online services and products offered through these channels

Please note that this Privacy Policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services accessed through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using such services.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the ways in which your personal data is processed when:

Using Our Services: When you sign up as an authorized user for our applications or services, we collect and process your account information.
Visiting Our Websites: Any interaction with our websites linked to this Policy is subject to its terms, including the collection of browsing data.
Communication: We may reach out to you via various communication channels (email, phone, SMS) for transactional or promotional purposes, and we respect your choices regarding consent and unsubscription.

Personal Data Collection

We gather a range of personal information to enhance your experience and improve our services. Here’s what we collect:

Account Details: This includes user names, email addresses, and passwords.
Payment Information: We process data related to billing, including credit/debit card details (masked for security).
Financial Records: For subscription or purchase transactions, we may store financial information securely.
Purchase History: Details of products or services purchased from our platform.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers such as IP addresses, device IDs, and mobile carrier information.
Location Data: Information about your physical location when you use our location-based services.
Feedback and Reviews: Any comments, suggestions, or ratings you provide.
Social Media Information: If you choose to connect your social media accounts, we may access your public profile data.
Product Preferences: Details of products you view, search for, or purchase on our site.

We acquire this data through direct user input forms, interactions with our applications and services, and automated tracking technologies (e.g., cookies).

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We employ cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather analytics. Here’s a breakdown:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for navigating our site and using its core features. They enable basic functionality, such as remembering login details.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember settings and choices you’ve made on our site, like language preferences or layout options.
Analytics Cookies: We use these cookies to gather insights into how users interact with our platform, helping us improve its performance and content.

You have the option to manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your privacy settings.

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as it is necessary or relevant for the purposes outlined in this policy. The retention periods vary depending on the type of data and legal requirements:

Account information and transaction records are typically kept for as long as your account remains active or until you request its deletion.
Financial data may be stored securely for an extended period, as required by law and accounting principles.
We delete or anonymize most other personal data when it is no longer needed for the original purpose, unless retention is necessary for legal, tax, or business continuity reasons.

Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you and its current use.
Rectification: The right to have inaccurate or incomplete personal data corrected.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In certain circumstances, you can ask for the deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: You may limit our processing of your data in specific cases.
Portability: The ability to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured format and transfer it to another controller.
Objection: Oppose the use of your data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.
Non-Discrimination: You have the right to be treated fairly without discrimination when exercising your data rights.

To exercise these rights or if you have any data-related inquiries, please contact our privacy team at your earliest convenience.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically for the latest information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or requests regarding your privacy, please reach out to us:

Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: [Provide our physical address]

We are committed to addressing any concerns or inquiries you may have about this policy and the protection of your personal data.