Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://environmental-paint-standards.collision-talk.com (hereafter referred to as “EPS,” “we,” or “our”). We are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users, ensuring that your privacy is protected at all times. This Privacy Policy outlines how EPS collects, utilizes, and safeguards the personal information of individuals who interact with our website, applications, services, and products.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of your engagement with EPS, including:

  1. Website Visits: Any interaction with our websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
  2. User Accounts: When you create an account on our platforms to access specific services or features.
  3. Communications: All forms of communication initiated by EPS with users, such as emails, newsletters, SMS, and phone calls.
  4. Third-Party Services: While we strive to protect your privacy, it’s important to note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services accessed through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides how EPS processes personal data in various contexts:

  • Authorized User Activities: When you use our applications and services as an authorized user, we collect and process data necessary for providing these services.
  • Website Interactions: Visiting our websites may result in the collection of certain information, including IP addresses and browser types, to enhance your experience and customize content.
  • Communication with EPS: We may contact you via email, phone, or SMS for administrative purposes, to provide updates, or to obtain feedback on our products and services.

Personal Data Collection

EPS collects several categories of personal data to deliver and improve its services:

  1. Account Information: Details associated with your user account, including usernames, passwords, and contact preferences.
  2. Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and other payment-related data required for transaction processing.
  3. Financial Information: Banking information, investment portfolios, or financial records (if voluntarily shared).
  4. Purchase Information: Product orders, shipping addresses, purchase history, and order details.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, mobile phone numbers, and MAC addresses.
  6. Location Data: Geolocation information provided by your browser or device when you interact with our location-based services.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Comments, reviews, and feedback you voluntarily submit to us.
  8. Social Media Information: If you choose to connect your social media accounts to EPS, we may collect data from those platforms (e.g., name, profile picture, connections).
  9. Product Interaction Data: Details about how you interact with our products, including usage patterns and preferences.

This data is collected through direct user input, tracking technologies, and third-party partners who assist us in delivering services.

Cookies

EPS uses cookies to enhance your online experience and for analytical purposes:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functions of our website, such as logging in and navigating between pages.
  2. Preference Cookies: Remembering user preferences, language settings, and ad personalization.
  3. Analytics Cookies: Tracking website usage to provide insights into performance and user behavior for improvement purposes.

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

Retention and Deletion

EPS retains personal data for as long as necessary for the fulfillment of specific purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law:

  • Data related to transactions and contracts is retained for a period consistent with tax and accounting requirements.
  • Personal information used for marketing purposes will be kept until you opt out or request its deletion.
  • We anonymize data when it’s no longer needed for initial purposes to protect privacy while preserving aggregated insights.

Security Measures

EPS implements robust security measures to safeguard personal data:

  • Encryption: All sensitive data, both at rest and in transit, is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict data protection guidelines.
  • Access Controls: Personal data is accessible only by authorized personnel who require it for specific purposes.

Children’s Privacy

EPS does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age. Our services are not directed at individuals in this age group, and we do not allow them to register or provide any personal data.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  1. Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request the deletion of your data where there are no legitimate grounds for retaining it.
  4. Restriction: Limit the use or processing of your data under certain conditions.
  5. Data Portability: Receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another controller.
  6. Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: Be free from discriminatory practices based on certain personal characteristics.
  8. Appeals/Complaints: File appeals or complaints with our privacy team regarding data handling practices.

Changes to Policy

EPS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website and updating the revision date at the top of this policy.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding privacy, data protection, or this policy, please contact us:

We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and ensuring a transparent and secure experience with EPS.