WasteSmart (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates https://wastesmart.org (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website or communicate with us. By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
- Contact details: name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide when you submit a contact form or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Communications: any messages or feedback you send to us via the Website or email (e.g., info@wastesmart.org).
b. Usage Data
- Log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time and date of visit, referring/exit pages, and other diagnostic data.
- Cookies & tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., Google Analytics) to track usage patterns and improve our services. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- Send you newsletters, marketing communications, or updates (you may opt out at any time).
- Analyze trends and Website usage to improve functionality and content.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
3. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers: trusted third parties (e.g., hosting providers, email services, analytics platforms) who help us operate the Website.
- Legal requirements: if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or users’ safety.
- Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality obligations.
4. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., social media platforms). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to read each site’s privacy policy before providing personal information.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure—transmission of sensitive information is at your own risk.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described (e.g., to respond to your inquiries or comply with legal obligations). Usage data may be kept longer for analytics purposes, with personally identifiable details removed.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Restrict or object to certain processing.
- Withdraw consent at any time (where we rely on it).
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@wastesmart.org.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not directed to users under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us to have it removed.
9. International Transfers
If you access our Website from outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated “Last Updated” date at the top and, if material changes occur, notify you by email or a prominent notice on our Website.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: info@wastesmart.org
Phone: +1 228-609-9052