Privacy Policy for SeisSeis.com
1. Introduction
At SeisSeis.com, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the responsible management of your personal data. In accordance with applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), this Privacy Policy outlines the manner in which we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information. We adhere to a privacy-by-design philosophy, seeking at all times to minimize data collection and process data in a secure, transparent, and lawful manner.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy governs the processing of personal data collected through your use of the website located at seisseis.com (the “Website”). For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, SeisSeis.com is the data controller, which means we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
This Policy applies to visitors, users, account holders, and customers who interact with the Website or communicate with us through any medium where personal data is collected.
3. Categories of Data Processed
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a. Usage Data:
Information automatically collected when users interact with the Website, including browser type, Internet Protocol (IP) address, device identifiers, referring URLs, session timestamps, and site navigation paths.
b. Account Data:
Personal details voluntarily submitted through forms or account creation, such as full name, email address, residential or delivery address, and contact phone numbers.
c. Profile Data:
Information related to your preferences, history of website interactions, purchasing behavior, and interests that help us provide a tailored experience.
d. Communication Data:
Correspondence exchanged with us, including messages sent through contact forms, emails to [email protected], and support-related inquiries.
e. Technical Data:
Details about your device, operating system, network settings, and other relevant system configurations that help optimize your user experience.
f. Transaction Data:
Details relating to purchases conducted via our platform, including billing data, shipping information, transaction history, payment method details (excluding full credit card numbers), and invoice records.
g. Preference Data:
Data regarding your consents to receive marketing communications, newsletter subscriptions, and expressed interests in specific products or services.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data under the following legal bases, in compliance with GDPR:
– Performance of a Contract: When data is required to deliver products, process transactions, or fulfill service obligations.
– Legitimate Interests: To enhance our services, prevent fraud, manage inquiries, and improve website functionality, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights.
– Consent: For optional data processing, such as marketing emails or the placement of non-essential cookies, where explicit consent is required and freely withdrawable at any time.
– Legal Obligation: Where processing is required for compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Your Rights
You are entitled to exercise the following rights in relation to your personal data:
– Right of Access: Request access to your personal data and obtain a copy.
– Right to Rectification: Correct inaccuracies or incomplete data we hold about you.
– Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data where lawful grounds apply.
– Right to Restrict Processing: Limit processing under certain conditions.
– Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another provider.
– Right to Object: Object to processing on grounds of our legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may request verification of your identity before actioning requests.
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or loss. These include, but are not limited to:
– Encryption of data during transmission and at rest
– Role-based access controls and user authentication procedures
– Routine security audits and vulnerability assessments
– Secure backup systems for data recovery
– Employee training in data protection and privacy compliance
7. International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred to countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses or ensuring the recipient entity subscribes to an adequate data protection framework or certification recognized under applicable law.
8. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. Specific retention periods include:
– Account Data: Retained for the duration of your account and up to seven years thereafter to comply with legal obligations.
– Transaction Data: Retained for seven years for audit and regulatory requirements.
– Preference and Communication Data: Retained until consent is withdrawn or data is deemed no longer relevant.
– Technical and Usage Data: Retained for up to 24 months for analytics and site optimization purposes.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on seisseis.com. Cookies fall into the following categories:
– Essential Cookies: Required for core site functions and security.
– Functional Cookies: Enable personalization and remember choices you make.
– Analytics Cookies: Track usage patterns to help us understand how users engage with the Website.
– Performance Cookies: Measure loading times and performance metrics to optimize site efficiency.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
Upon first visit, users are presented with a cookie consent banner that complies with GDPR and CCPA requirements. You may adjust your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link found on the Website’s footer. Additionally, browser settings allow you to reject or delete stored cookies.
Do Not Track (DNT) signals from browsers are recognized where technically feasible, and users in California have the right to opt out of the sale of personal information under the CCPA.
11. Children’s Privacy
SeisSeis.com does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact [email protected], and we will delete such information in accordance with applicable laws.
12. Policy Updates and Notifications
We reserve the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any material changes will be communicated to you through prominent notices on our Website or via email where required. Continued use of seisseis.com indicates your understanding and acceptance of the most current version of this Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about your personal data, this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://seisseis.com
We are committed to ensuring your privacy rights are upheld and encourage you to reach out with any data protection inquiries.
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This Privacy Policy reflects our ongoing commitment to compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and international best practices for data protection. Should you have concerns or wish to report an issue, please email us at [email protected].