NotaryPing, Inc. - Privacy Policy (2024)
Welcome to NotaryPing! We prioritize the privacy and security of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information. By using NotaryPing’s platform, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
NotaryPing Privacy Policy
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Last Updated: [2024]
At NotaryPing, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our on-demand notary app (the “Service”). Please review this document carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Service, including:
– Personal Information: When you register or use the Service, we may collect personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, phone number, physical address, government-issued identification, and payment information.
– Usage Data: We collect information automatically about how you interact with our app, including IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, pages viewed, and the time and duration of access.
– Location Data: To facilitate notary services, we may collect location data (including GPS coordinates) when the app is in use. You can enable or disable location services through your device settings.
– Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including the device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
– To facilitate and provide notary services.
– To process payments and manage billing.
– To provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
– To improve and enhance our Service through analytics and research.
– To communicate with you, including updates, notifications, and service-related information.
– To enforce our terms of service, prevent fraud, and ensure security.
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
– Notaries and Service Providers: To enable the notary service, we share certain information with authorized notaries and third-party providers for verification and service delivery.
– Business Transfers: If NotaryPing is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred.
– Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
– Other Users: With your consent, we may share information with other users, for instance, to confirm notary appointments.
4. International Data Transfers
As a global service, your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own. We take appropriate measures to ensure that any international transfers of personal data comply with applicable data protection laws, including the use of standard contractual clauses where required.
5. Data Processing by Third-Party Services
To operate effectively, we use third-party providers such as cloud hosting, analytics, and payment processors. These providers may access, process, or store your personal information to perform tasks on our behalf under strict confidentiality and data protection obligations. We ensure that they adhere to our privacy standards.
6. Marketing and Communication Preferences
We may use your information to send updates, newsletters, and marketing communications. You can opt out of marketing communications by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or adjusting your app settings. Please note that non-promotional emails related to your use of the Service, such as payment confirmations, may still be sent.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
NotaryPing and its third-party partners may use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience, analyze usage, and deliver targeted advertising.
– Types of Cookies: We may use essential cookies for Service functionality, performance cookies for analytics, and marketing cookies to serve relevant ads.
You can manage your cookie preferences within the app or your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit access to certain features of the Service.
8. Data Security
We prioritize the security of your information and implement industry-standard measures to protect it. However, please note that no transmission method over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Data Retention
We retain your data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your information, but we may retain certain data for compliance, legal, or security purposes.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
– Access, update, or delete your personal data.
– Restrict or object to the processing of your data.
– Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Contact Email].
If you are a California resident, you also have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to request access to, deletion of, or disclosure of personal information. You also have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal data.
11. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
Our Service may use automated decision-making and profiling techniques, such as verifying identities or matching notaries with users, to ensure quality and reliability. These processes are based on transparent criteria and are subject to review. If you believe an automated decision has adversely impacted you, please contact us at [Contact Email].
12. User-Generated Content
Any content you create, submit, or display on NotaryPing (such as profile details, reviews, or appointment notes) may be visible to other users. You are responsible for managing your privacy settings within the app and avoiding sharing sensitive personal information in public fields.
13. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Service may include links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on these links or enabling these connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party services and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
14. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make changes, we will post the new Privacy Policy on this page and update the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Service following any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
NotaryPing, INC
support@notaryping.app