Last updated: January 31, 2024
This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use the services provided by Kauffman Electrical Solutions, referred to as "the Company" or "We" throughout this document. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws.
By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
01. Interpretation and Definitions
1.1 Interpretation
The words with initial capitalization have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether they appear in the singular or plural form.
1.2 Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
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Account means a unique account created for you to access our services.
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Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with us, where "control" means ownership of 50% or more of the shares, equity interest, or other securities entitled to vote for the election of directors or other managing authority.
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Company (referred to as "the Company," "We," "Us," or "Our") refers to Kauffman Electrical Solutions, located at 508 Trade Rd, Columbus, OH 43204..
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Cookies are small files placed on your computer, mobile device, or any other device by a website, containing details of your browsing history on that website.
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Country refers to the United States.
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Device means any device that can access our services, such as a computer, cellphone, or tablet.
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Personal Data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
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Service refers to the services provided by Kauffman Electrical Solutions.
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Service Provider refers to any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company, including third-party companies or individuals employed by the Company to facilitate the Service.
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Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself.
02. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
While using our Service, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:
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Email address
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First name and last name
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Phone number
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Address, State, Province, ZIP/Postal code, City
Usage Data
Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service and may include information such as:
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Your Device's Internet Protocol address (IP address)
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Browser type and version
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Pages of our Service that you visit
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Time and date of your visit
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Time spent on those pages
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Unique device identifiers
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Other diagnostic data
When you access the Service through a mobile device, we may collect additional information, including:
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Type of mobile device used
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Mobile device unique ID
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IP address of your mobile device
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Mobile operating system
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Type of mobile Internet browser used
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Unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data
We may also collect information that your browser sends whenever you visit our Service or access it through a mobile device.
03. Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. These technologies include cookies, web beacons, tags, and scripts, which help improve and analyze our Service. The types of cookies we use include:
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Necessary / Essential Cookies: These cookies are essential to provide you with services available through the website and enable you to use some of its features. They help authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of user accounts.
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Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies: These cookies identify if users have accepted the use of cookies on the website.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow us to remember choices you make when using the website, such as login details or language preferences, providing a more personalized experience.
For more information about the cookies we use and your choices regarding cookies, please visit our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of our Privacy Policy.
04. Use of Your Personal Data
The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:
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To provide and maintain our Service, including monitoring usage.
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To manage your Account, giving you access to specific Service functionalities.
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For the performance of a contract, such as product purchases.
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To contact you by email, phone, SMS, or other electronic communication methods for updates or informative communications related to the Service.
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To provide news, special offers, and information about products, services, and events, similar to those you have already purchased or inquired about.
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To manage your requests and inquiries.
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For business transfers, such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.
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For data analysis, identifying usage trends, and improving our Service, products, and marketing campaigns.
We may share your personal information in the following situations:
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With Service Providers: We may share your information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service and to contact you.
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For business transfers: Your information may be shared or transferred in connection with mergers, sales of Company assets, financing, or acquisitions.
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With Affiliates: We may share your information with our affiliates, and they will be required to adhere to this Privacy Policy.
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With business partners: Your information may be shared with our business partners for specific products, services, or promotions.
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With other users: Any personal information shared or interactions in public areas may be viewed by all users and publicly distributed.
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With your consent: We may disclose your personal information for any other purpose with your consent.
4.1 Retention of Your Personal Data
We will retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including legal obligations, dispute resolution, and enforcing agreements and policies. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period, unless used to strengthen security or improve Service functionality.
4.2 Transfer of Your Personal Data
Your information, including Personal Data, may be processed at the Company's operating offices or other locations where processing parties are located. By using our services and submitting your information, you agree to the transfer of your data to these locations. The Company ensures adequate data security controls and compliance with this Privacy Policy in such transfers.
4.3 Delete Your Personal Data
You have the right to delete or request assistance in deleting the Personal Data we have collected about you. You can manage your information within the Service or contact us for assistance. Please note that certain information may be retained if required by law or for lawful purposes.
4.4 Disclosure of Your Personal Data
Business Transactions:
If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred, and you will be notified before any changes to the Privacy Policy.
Law Enforcement:
The Company may disclose your Personal Data if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.
Other Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your Personal Data in good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect and defend Company rights or property, prevent or investigate wrongdoing, protect user safety, or for legal liability protection.
4.5 Security of Your Personal Data
The security of your Personal Data is important to us. While we use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please exercise caution and keep your login credentials confidential.
05. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under 13 years of age. If you believe a child has provided us with Personal Data without parental consent, please contact us.
06. Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over these websites and assume no responsibility for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the Privacy Policies of these third-party sites.
07. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of the Privacy Policy. We may also inform you via email or with a prominent notice on our Service before the changes take effect.
We recommend reviewing this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
08. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us:
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By visiting this page on our website: kauffmanelectrical.com/contact