Last updated: September 11, 2024
This Privacy Policy explains how SparksDispatch LLC (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our services. It also outlines your privacy rights and how the law protects you. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information in line with this Privacy Policy.
Capitalized terms in this Privacy Policy have specific meanings defined here, regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.
You: Refers to the individual using our service or the legal entity they represent.
Company: Refers to SparksDispatch LLC, the Data Controller under GDPR.
Affiliate: An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Company, where “control” means ownership of more than 50% of voting shares or securities.
Service Provider: A third party that processes data on behalf of the Company to facilitate the Service or analyze its usage. Under the GDPR, Service Providers are referred to as Data Processors.
Third-party Social Media Service: A social network or website through which users may log in to use our services.
Personal Data: Information related to an identifiable individual.
Cookies: Small files stored on your device that help track browsing activity and improve your experience on our website.
Device: Any device capable of accessing the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Usage Data: Information collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, and time spent on the website.
Data Controller: The entity responsible for determining how personal data is processed. Under GDPR, this is SparksDispatch LLC.
Do Not Track (DNT): A privacy concept that allows users to control tracking of their online activity.
Business: Under the CCPA, refers to SparksDispatch LLC, which collects and processes personal information of California residents.
Consumer: A California resident protected under the CCPA.
Sale: Under the CCPA, the transfer of personal data to third parties in exchange for monetary or other valuable consideration.
Personal Data
While using our service, we may collect personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:
When making payments, we may also request further information for verification, such as:
Usage Data
Usage Data is collected automatically when you interact with our Service. This may include:
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use Cookies and similar technologies (like beacons, tags, and scripts) to track and analyze your use of our Service. You can configure your browser to reject Cookies, but this may impact your ability to use certain features of the Service.
Persistent Cookies remain after your session ends, while Session Cookies are deleted when your browser is closed.
Learn more about cookies: All About Cookies.
We use both session and persistent cookies for the following purposes:
Necessary / Essential Cookies
Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies
Functionality Cookies
Tracking and Performance Cookies
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
For more information on our use of cookies, please review our [Cookies Policy] or refer to the Cookies section of this Privacy Policy.
The Company may use your personal data for the following purposes:
To Provide and Maintain Our Service: To monitor and ensure proper functioning and usage of our Service.
To Manage Your Account: To administer your registration and provide access to Service features available to registered users.
For Contractual Obligations: To fulfill and manage contracts for products or services you have purchased through the Service.
To Contact You: To send updates, security notifications, and other communications related to services or products via email, SMS, calls, or push notifications.
To Provide Information: To inform you about special offers, news, and events similar to those you have already shown interest in, unless you opt out of receiving such updates.
To Manage Requests: To address any inquiries or requests you make to the Company.
Your personal data may be shared in the following scenarios:
With Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers for tasks like monitoring the Service, displaying ads, processing payments, and contacting you.
For Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be shared or transferred to another company.
With Affiliates: We may share your data with affiliates, including parent companies and subsidiaries, under the condition that they adhere to this Privacy Policy.
With Business Partners: We may share data with partners to offer you services, promotions, or products.
With Other Users: Any personal information you share in public areas or through Third-Party Social Media Services may be visible to other users and publicly distributed. Additionally, users connected with you on such platforms may see your activity.
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes retaining data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Usage data, collected for analysis and improving the Service, is retained for shorter periods unless used for security or legal reasons.
Your data, including personal data, may be processed and stored on computers located outside your state or country, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By submitting your personal data, you agree to its transfer, provided that adequate data protection measures are in place.
Business Transactions
If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred. You will be notified before any transfer of your Personal Data, which will then be subject to a different Privacy Policy.
Law Enforcement
Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose your Personal Data if mandated by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
Other Legal Requirements
The Company may disclose your Personal Data in good faith when necessary to:
The security of your Personal Data is important to us. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee its absolute security.
We use analytics services to track and monitor the usage of our Service. Our service providers only have access to your Personal Data to perform tasks on our behalf and are required not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
We may use your Personal Data to send newsletters, marketing materials, and other information of interest. You can opt out of receiving these communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails or by contacting us directly.
We may process your Personal Data under the following conditions:
We are happy to clarify the legal basis for any specific data processing upon request.
You have the following rights under this Privacy Policy and applicable GDPR laws:
To exercise your rights, please contact us. We may ask you to verify your identity before responding to your request. We aim to respond as quickly as possible. If you reside in the EU, you also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
If you are a resident of California, you have the following rights under the CCPA:
You have the right to request the deletion of your Personal Data collected within the past 12 months.
You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights under the CCPA. This means:
If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA, you can contact us via email at info@sparksdispatch.com. Only you, or someone you authorize to act on your behalf, may make such a verifiable consumer request regarding your Personal Data.
We will disclose and deliver the required information free of charge within 45 days of receiving your verifiable request. If necessary, we may extend this time period once by an additional 45 days, with prior notice.
We do not sell personal information. However, service providers we partner with (such as advertising partners) may use technology on our Service that could be considered a “sale” of personal information under the CCPA. If you wish to opt out of this, please follow the instructions below. Note that the opt-out is browser-specific and will need to be repeated for each browser you use.
Our Service does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals. However, you can adjust the settings in your browser to inform websites that you do not want to be tracked.
Under California Civil Code Section 1798 (the “Shine the Light” law), California residents with an established business relationship with us may request information once a year regarding the sharing of their Personal Data with third parties for direct marketing purposes. If you are a California resident and wish to make such a request, contact us using the details provided below.
California residents under the age of 18 who are registered users of our online services can request the removal of any content they have posted publicly. To request the removal of such content, contact us and include the email address associated with your account. Please note that removal is not guaranteed, and some circumstances may prevent full removal of the posted content.
Our Service may include links to third-party websites. If you click a link to these websites, you will be directed to their site. We advise you to review the Privacy Policy of each site you visit, as we have no control over and are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party websites.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date at the top. We may also notify you via email or through a prominent notice on our Service before the changes take effect.
Please review this Privacy Policy regularly. Changes become effective when posted on this page.
We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or use Personal Data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information without parental consent, please contact us to have it removed.
When you leave a comment, we retain your comment and its metadata indefinitely. Your name, email, and any other information will not be shared with third parties unless used to communicate with you. Please be aware that social media interactions (e.g., on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube) are voluntary disclosures of your information and can be collected and used by others.
We are not responsible for the use of information you disclose publicly on social media.
While we strive to use industry-standard methods to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is 100% secure. By using this website, you agree to hold us harmless in the event of a security breach or unauthorized use of your personal information.
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at:
info@sparksdispatch.com