Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Aestimor ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Company Information:
Aestimor
Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Contact: Contact Page

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account (name, email address, company information)
• Apply for early access programs
• Submit contact forms or inquiries
• Subscribe to our mailing list or blog
• Participate in surveys or feedback

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
• IP address and general geographic location
• Referral source

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies. You can manage cookie preferences through our Cookie Settings page.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

1. Provide Services: Deliver, maintain, and improve our platform
2. Communication: Respond to inquiries and send important updates
3. Analytics: Understand usage patterns and improve user experience
4. Security: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
5. Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
6. Marketing: Send promotional materials (with your consent, opt-out available)

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process your information based on:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for specific processing
• Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our service agreement
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required by law
• Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who assist in operations (hosting, analytics, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
• With Your Consent: When you authorize specific sharing

5.1 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics (subject to cookie consent)
• Email Service Providers: For transactional and marketing emails

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Specifically:

• Account data: Retained while your account is active, plus 90 days after deletion request
• Transaction records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal purposes
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
• Marketing data: Until you opt out or request deletion

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

7.1 All Users

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

7.2 Additional Rights (GDPR - EU/EEA)

• Data portability
• Restriction of processing
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with supervisory authority

7.3 Additional Rights (CCPA - California)

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Opt-out of sale of personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising rights

To exercise your rights: Contact us at our contact page with "Privacy Request" in the subject line.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption at rest for sensitive data
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security audits
• Employee confidentiality agreements

Important: No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

Our services are operated from the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

For EU/EEA users: We rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or your explicit consent for international transfers.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for registered users)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. State-Specific Privacy Rights

12.1 Alabama Residents

As an Alabama-based company, we comply with all applicable Alabama state laws regarding data protection and privacy.

12.2 Other U.S. States

If your state has enacted specific privacy laws (e.g., Virginia, Colorado), you may have additional rights. Please contact us to exercise these rights.

13. Limitation of Liability

DISCLAIMER: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AESTIMOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:

• Your use or inability to use our services
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
• Any bugs, viruses, or other harmful code that may be transmitted through our services
• Any errors or omissions in any content or for any loss or damage incurred as a result of your use of any content

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Alabama and the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be resolved in the courts of Alabama.

15. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights:

• Contact Form: Visit our contact page
• Subject Line: Include "Privacy Request" or "Data Protection"
• Response Time: We will respond within 30 days