Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to https://california-vehicle-registration-calculator.dmv-california.com (hereafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “the Company”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and disclosure of information from users who interact with our website, applications, services, and products.
Scope
This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:
- Our official website at https://california-vehicle-registration-calculator.dmv-california.com.
- Any mobile or desktop applications developed by us for user access to our services.
- Services and products offered through our platform.
- Interactions with users, including communications initiated by us, such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or texts/SMS messages.
Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services that you may access through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information.
Processing Activities
This Privacy Policy governs various user activities, including:
- Using our applications and services as an authorized user, whether for personal or business purposes.
- Visiting our websites linked to this policy, engaging with content, and interacting with features.
- Subscribing to our newsletters, emails, or other communications.
Personal Data Collection
We collect several types of personal data, which can be broadly categorized as:
- Account Information: Details related to your user account, including usernames, passwords (hashed and salted), and profile settings.
- Payment Information: Credit card details, billing addresses, and payment transaction history for processing purchases or subscriptions.
- Financial Information: Banking information, if provided, for secure financial transactions.
- Purchase Information: Details about products or services you’ve purchased from us, including quantities, prices, and order dates.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network data to enhance user experience and analytics.
- Location Data: Geographic coordinates and location-based services usage data (with your consent) for personalized content and services.
- Feedback: User-provided reviews, ratings, comments, and suggestions to improve our products and services.
- Social Media Information: Username and public profile information from social media platforms when users choose to log in via these accounts.
- Product Information: Details about the products you view, search for, or purchase on our platform.
We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, account registration, browsing activities, automated tracking technologies (such as cookies), and third-party data providers who share information with us based on their respective privacy policies.
Cookies
We employ cookies to enhance your experience on our website and for analytical purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device that help us remember user preferences, provide personalized content, and analyze website performance.
Our cookie policy categorizes cookies into three main types:
- Strictly Necessary: These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website, enabling users to navigate through pages and use core features. They do not collect personal data for third-party purposes.
- Preference Cookies: Used to remember user preferences, such as language settings, display preferences, or ad personalization.
- Analytics Cookies: These enable us to track site usage, measure performance, and gain insights into how our website is used. They may generate aggregate data on user behavior, but they do not identify individual users.
Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. The retention periods vary depending on the type of data and its usage:
- Account Information: Retained while your account is active, and for a reasonable time after account deactivation to comply with legal obligations.
- Payment and Financial Data: Kept secure for as long as necessary to process transactions, fulfill orders, or settle disputes, and in some cases, longer to meet tax and accounting requirements.
- Purchase Information: Retained for a period of 7 years to facilitate returns, refunds, and warranty claims.
- Other Personal Data: Deleted or anonymized once the data is no longer needed for the purposes it was collected.
Security Measures
We prioritize the security of your personal data and implement robust organizational safeguards and security practices:
- Employing encryption protocols to secure data transmission and storage.
- Utilizing secure third-party processing partners who adhere to industry standards for data protection.
- Regularly reviewing and updating our security measures to adapt to emerging threats.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18 (or the legal age limit in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us immediately, and we will take prompt action to rectify it.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Requesting corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Asking for the deletion of your data where there is no legitimate reason for retaining it.
- Restriction: Limiting the use or processing of your data under certain circumstances.
- Portability: Receiving a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: Objecting to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
- Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discrimination when exercising any of your data protection rights.
- Filing Appeals/Complaints: You can file a complaint with us or a relevant supervisory authority if you believe your privacy rights have been infringed upon.
To exercise these rights, please reach out to our Privacy Team at the contact information provided below. We will respond promptly and within legal timeframes.
Changes to Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, your rights as a user, or data-related requests:
- Email: contact@california-vehicle-registration-calculator.dmv-california.com
- Address: [Provide the physical address]
We value your trust in our company and are committed to protecting your privacy throughout your interaction with us.