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Last Updated: October 22, 2024
 

This Privacy Policy describes how The Dead Book LLC ('The Deadbook,' 'we,' 'us,' or 'our') collects, uses, processes, and protects your personal information when you use our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information through industry-standard security measures and encryption technologies.
 

This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR),Australia's Privacy Act 1988, and U.S. privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
 

By visiting our site and/or purchasing from us, you engage in our 'Service' and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please review this policy carefully. If you do not agree with it, you should not access or use our website or services.
 

Information We Collect
 

Information You Provide

We collect the information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (name, email address)

• Financial information (payment details)

• Documents and content you upload

• Communication preferences

• Any other information you choose to provide
   

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our services:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)

• Usage data (interactions with our services, access times)

• Location information (where permitted by your device settings)
   

Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, we must have a lawful basis for processing your personal data. These include:

• Your consent (when required)

• Contractual necessity (to provide services you have requested)

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Legitimate interests (such as service improvement and fraud prevention)
   

Your Rights and Choices
(GDPR, CCPA, and Australia's Privacy Act)

• Consent: We will seek your consent to process your data where required. You may withdraw your consent at any time.

• Access: You have the right to access personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate personal information.

• Deletion (Right to Erasure): You may request that we delete your data in certain situations (e.g., when it's no longer necessary).

• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a portable format.

• Objecting to Processing: You may object to processing activities, such as direct marketing.

• Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit how your data is used in some cases.

• Non-discrimination (CCPA): Under the CCPA, we will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

• Opt-out of Sale of Data (CCPA): We do not sell personal information. However, if this changes, we will notify you and allow you to opt out.
   

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services

• To process transactions

• To communicate with you about our services

• To personalize your experience

• To comply with legal obligations

• To detect and protect against fraudulent or illegal activities
   

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
 

In the U.S., this includes retention for tax, legal, and regulatory requirements.Under California law, data can be retained for specific business needs. When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who assist in operating our services. These providers have access to your personal information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are required to protect your data.
 

Cross-border Data Transfers

If we transfer your information outside of the U.S., EEA, or Australia, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as:

• Standard contractual clauses (SCCs)

• Adequacy decisions issued by relevant authorities

• Explicit consent
   

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, including compliance with U.S., European, Australian, or other applicable laws.
 

Data Security Measures

We use robust security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption: We use AES-256 encryption for data at rest and SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.

• Access Controls: Role-based access control (RBAC) ensures that only authorized personnel access your data.

• Authentication: We use secure authentication methods such as JWT, Google Auth, and multi-factor authentication when available.
   

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of majority in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (as defined in the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).
 

International Data Transfers

For international transfers of personal data, we comply with the GDPR and Australia's Privacy Act 1988, and in the U.S., we follow all relevant data transfer rules. We will ensure appropriate safeguards, such as SCCs or explicit consent, for any international transfers outside of these regions.
 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Where required by law, we will obtain your explicit consent to place cookies. In compliance with the California Privacy Rights under the CCPA, users can manage cookies through their browser settings or via our Cookie Settings.

Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the following rights:

• Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we collect about you.

• Right to Delete: You can request that we delete the personal data we have collected about you, subject to certain exceptions.

• Right to Opt-out of Sale: We do not sell personal data, but if we change this practice, you will have the right to opt out.

• Non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights under the CCPA.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at hello@thedeadbook.co

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our privacy practices. Any material changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website. The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent changes.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, you can reach us at:

The Dead Book, LLC

PO Box 20454, Atlanta, GA 30325

Email: hello@thedeadbook.co