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Privacy Policy

Equipex Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2021-07-20
Last Updated: 2024-12-04

Introduction

Welcome to Equipex! We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website, myequipex.com (the “Service”). By using our Service, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

Definitions

  • Service: The website operated by Equipex, located at myequipex.com.
  • Personal Data: Any information that can identify an individual, such as your name, email address, and phone number.
  • Usage Data: Information collected automatically when you interact with our Service, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.
  • Cookies: Small files placed on your device that help us track and personalize your experience.
  • Data Controller: The entity responsible for determining how and why your personal data is processed (Equipex in this case).
  • Data Processor/Service Provider: A third-party entity that processes personal data on our behalf.
  • Data Subject: An individual whose personal data is being processed.
  • User: Any individual who uses our Service.

Information Collection and Use

We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize the Service. The data we collect includes:

  1. Personal Data

    • Name
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • Business details (for Directory listings)
    • Optional: Additional information like gender, age, or location (with your consent)

  2. Usage Data

    • IP address
    • Browser type and version
    • Pages visited and time spent
    • Device identifiers
    • Diagnostic and error data

  3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
    We use cookies to track website activity, preferences, and interactions. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.
    Types of cookies we use:

    • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
    • Preference Cookies: To remember your preferences and settings.
    • Security Cookies: To ensure security and prevent fraud.
    • Advertising Cookies: For personalized marketing (with your consent).
      We also use third-party cookies from services like Google Analytics and Facebook to enhance our marketing efforts and analyze website engagement.

Use of Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and maintain the Service
  • To communicate with you (e.g., updates, newsletters, marketing with consent)
  • To process transactions (if applicable)
  • To personalize your experience and improve the Service
  • To analyze trends and gather insights for business optimization
  • To monitor usage and troubleshoot technical issues
  • To comply with legal requirements and obligations
  • To provide customer support
  • To send promotional offers (with your consent)

Data Retention Period

We will retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including for legal or accounting purposes. For example:

  • Transaction data: Retained for up to 7 years, as required by law
  • Marketing communications data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent

Transfer of Data

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including Sint Maarten, where data protection laws may differ. By using the Service, you consent to such international transfers. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is treated securely in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Disclosure of Data

We may disclose your information under the following circumstances:

  • Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements or protect the rights, property, or safety of Equipex, our users, or others.
  • Service Providers: To trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics).

Security of Data

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the EU/EEA, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

  • Right to Access: Request access to your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: Request corrections or updates to your personal data.
  • Right to Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Restriction: Request restrictions on how your data is processed.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format for transfer to another organization.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info.equipex@gmail.com.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such data as soon as possible.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the data we hold about you, please contact us at:

Equipex
Email: info.equipex@gmail.com
Website: myequipex.com