unityConnect.us Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to unityConnect.us (the “Site”). unityConnect.us (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a transparent and lawful way.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about visitors and users of our Site and any related services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Services.

2. Who we are and contact details

unityConnect.us is the controller of the personal information processed in connection with the Services.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:

• Email: [your-privacy-email@unityconnect.us]
• Postal address: [Your Company/Organization Name], [Street Address], [City, State, ZIP], [Country]
• Phone (optional): [Your contact number]

If required under applicable law, you may also contact our designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) at the contact details above, noting “Attn: Data Protection Officer” in your communication.

3. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information we collect when you:

• Visit or use the Site and Services;
• Create an account, fill out forms, or otherwise interact with us online;
• Subscribe to newsletters, updates, or other communications;
• Contact us via email, forms, or other channels.

This policy does not apply to third-party websites, services, or applications that we do not own or control, even if they are linked from our Services.

4. Information we collect

The categories of personal information we may collect include:

1. Identifiers and contact information
   • Name, username, display name
   • Email address, phone number
   • Postal or billing address (if applicable)
2. Account and profile information
   • Password or authentication data (stored using industry-standard security practices)
   • Profile details you choose to provide (e.g., bio, photo, preferences)
3. Usage and device information
   • IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers
   • Pages viewed, links clicked, referring/exit pages, time and date of visits, and other usage data
4. Communication information
   • Content of messages you send us (support requests, feedback, inquiries)
   • Communication preferences and history
5. Transactional and payment information (if applicable)
   • Limited payment-related information (e.g., transaction amount, date, method) processed through third-party payment providers; we do not store full credit card numbers
6. Cookies and similar technologies data
   • Information collected through cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (see “Cookies and Tracking Technologies” below)
7. Other information you choose to provide
   • Any additional information you submit through forms, surveys, or interactions with our Services

5. How we collect information

• Directly from you: When you register for an account, fill out forms, contact us, or otherwise provide information through the Services.
• Automatically: Through cookies and similar technologies when you use or access the Site (e.g., usage data, device information).
• From third parties (if applicable): From analytics providers, advertising networks, social platforms, or integration partners when you connect or interact with them via our Services.

6. How we use your information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

1. To provide and maintain the Services
   • Operate, host, and manage the Site and features;
   • Create and manage user accounts;
   • Provide requested content and functionality.
2. To communicate with you
   • Respond to inquiries, support requests, and feedback;
   • Send administrative messages (e.g., security, updates, changes to terms or this policy);
   • Deliver newsletters or marketing communications, where permitted by law and your preferences.
3. To personalize your experience
   • Customize content, recommendations, and features;
   • Remember your settings and preferences.
4. To improve and develop our Services
   • Monitor usage and performance of the Site;
   • Conduct analytics, research, and development;
   • Enhance security, prevent misuse, and troubleshoot issues.
5. To comply with legal obligations and protect rights
   • Comply with applicable laws and regulations;
   • Enforce our terms, prevent fraud, address security incidents;
   • Protect our rights, property, and safety, and that of our users and the public.

We process personal information only where we have a lawful basis, such as consent, performance of a contract, legitimate interests, or compliance with a legal obligation, as required by applicable law.

7. Legal bases for processing (EEA/UK users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom (UK), we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal information:

• Consent: When you give us consent for specific processing (e.g., certain cookies, marketing emails).
• Contract: When processing is necessary to provide the Services you request or to perform our contract with you.
• Legitimate interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights (e.g., improving services, preventing abuse).
• Legal obligations: When processing is required for us to comply with applicable laws.

8. Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels and local storage) to:

• Enable core Site functionality (e.g., login, session management);
• Remember your preferences and settings;
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns;
• Support security and fraud prevention;
• Where applicable, support marketing and measurement.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, if you disable certain cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly. Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before using non-essential cookies.

9. How we share your information

We may share personal information in the following circumstances:

1. Service providers and vendors

   We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, email delivery, customer support, and payment processing. They are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide these services.

2. Business transfers

   In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale of assets, or similar event, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, in compliance with applicable law.

3. Legal and safety purposes

   We may disclose information if we believe it is necessary to:

   • Comply with a legal obligation, request, or process;
   • Protect the rights, property, or safety of unityConnect.us, our users, or others;
   • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud or security issues.
4. With your consent

   We may share information with third parties when you have given your consent or directed us to do so.

We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense, but we may allow certain third-party advertising or analytics partners to collect information via cookies and similar technologies, which may be considered “selling” or “sharing” personal information under some laws. Where required, we will provide appropriate notices and choices.

10. International data transfers

Your personal information may be stored and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

When we transfer personal information internationally, we take appropriate safeguards as required by law, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms, to protect your information.

11. Data retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need personal information, we will delete, anonymize, or securely store it and isolate it from further processing until deletion is possible.

12. Your rights and choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have some or all of the following rights:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your information in certain cases.
• Portability: Request a copy in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, where technically feasible.
• Objection: Object to certain processing based on legitimate interests or to direct marketing.
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time when processing is based on consent.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the details in the “Who we are and contact details” section. We may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before fulfilling your request and may deny or limit requests in accordance with applicable law.

Additional rights for California and certain U.S. state residents

If you are a resident of California or another U.S. state with a comprehensive privacy law, you may have additional rights, such as:

• The right to know categories and specific pieces of personal information collected, used, “sold,” or “shared”;
• The right to request deletion of personal information, subject to certain exceptions;
• The right to correct inaccurate personal information;
• The right to opt out of tracking deemed a “sale” or “sharing” of personal information;
• The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

We will provide additional notices as required by those laws and offer mechanisms to exercise such rights (for example, “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” links, where applicable).

13. Children’s privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or a higher age threshold where required by applicable law), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children in this age group. If we learn that we collected personal information from a child in violation of applicable law, we will take reasonable steps to delete it. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us.

14. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials confidential.

15. Third-party websites and services

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

16. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through the Services. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

17. How to contact us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:

• Email: hfa4usa@gmail.com, hfa@unityconnect.us
• Postal address: 110 Osterville Dr, Holly Springs, NC 27540

You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in your country or region if you believe that our processing of your personal information violates applicable law.