Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://low-cost-dentist-mcallen-tx.mcallendentalcare.com (referred to as ‘the Company’ or ‘we’). We are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure environment for our users, ensuring their privacy is protected at all times. This Privacy Policy details our practices regarding the collection, storage, handling, and processing of personal information in accordance with various international data protection laws and regulations, including:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal data in the private sector
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) from the European Union (EU)
  • Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Colorado, USA
  • Utah Consumer Sales Privacy Act (UCPA), Utah, USA
  • Connecticut Total Data Protection Act (CTDPA), Connecticut, USA
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Virginia, USA
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please note that this policy does not extend to external links, third-party platforms, or applications accessed through our website, as these entities have their own privacy policies which govern their data collection practices.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines our procedures when:

  • You use our applications or services, thereby becoming an authorized user and agreeing to our terms.
  • You visit our websites, linked to this policy, and engage with the content and features.
  • You receive communications from us, such as newsletters, promotional emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect a range of personal information, categorized as follows:

Account Information

  • User names and passwords
  • Registration details
  • Profile settings

Payment Information

  • Credit/debit card details
  • Billing addresses
  • Transaction history

Financial Information

  • Bank account details (if provided for direct payments)
  • Investment portfolios (if relevant to our services)

Purchase Information

  • Products or services ordered
  • Purchase frequency and amounts
  • Order history

Mobile Device Identifiers

  • Unique device identifiers (UDIDs)
  • Advertiser IDs (e.g., Google Advertising ID, Apple IDFA)
  • Location data from mobile devices

Location Data

  • GPS coordinates
  • IP addresses
  • Information from geotagged photos or check-ins

Feedback and Reviews

  • Ratings, reviews, comments, and responses to customer support inquiries

Social Media Information

  • User profiles and bios (if linked to our accounts)
  • Content shared by users on our social media platforms

Product Information

  • Preferences and customization settings for products or services
  • Interactions with product demonstrations or trials

Cookies

We employ cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that serve various purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functions of our website, such as enabling secure log-ins and maintaining session states.
  • Preference: Remembering users’ preferences and settings to personalize their experience.
  • Analytics: Tracking aggregated user behavior to improve our services and understand user trends.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their privacy settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, plus an additional period to comply with legal obligations. Once the retention period expires or upon request, we delete or anonymize your data, ensuring its secure removal from our systems.

Security Measures

To protect your personal information, we implement robust security measures:

  • Employing encryption for data transmission and storage
  • Utilizing trusted third-party processors who adhere to strict security standards
  • Regularly reviewing and updating our security protocols to adapt to evolving threats

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or store personal data from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such information by mistake, please contact us at the address provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

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

  • Access to your data and its use details
  • Rectification or erasure of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Restriction on processing (e.g., opting out of direct marketing)
  • Data portability (transferring your data to another controller)
  • Objection to the processing of your data for specific purposes
  • Non-discrimination (right not to be subject to automated decision-making, where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Team using the details provided below. We will respond within the timeframes prescribed by law.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about their rights and our data handling practices.

Contact Information

For any questions related to privacy, data management, or to exercise your rights:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Mail: Privacy Team, Low Cost Dentist McAllen TX, [Address], McAllen, TX, 78501, USA