Privacy Policy

QikBuilds ("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 qikbuilds.com (the "Site") or use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Site and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms or request information about our services
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Engage with us for custom scraper development or data solutions
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or other channels

This information may include:

• Name and job title
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name
• Project requirements and specifications
• Billing and payment information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and your visit, including:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring URLs and exit pages
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Click patterns and navigation paths
• Date and time of visits

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our Site
• Improve our Site's performance and user experience
• Deliver relevant content and analyze traffic patterns
• Measure the effectiveness of our communications

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our custom scraper development and data solutions
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send project updates, and provide customer support
• Marketing: To send promotional communications (with your consent) about our services, industry insights, and company updates
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, improve our Site, and enhance user experience
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Business Operations: To manage our business operations, including billing, accounting, and contract management

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors, analytics services)
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of our users or others
• Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure server infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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. When determining retention periods, we consider:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information
• The purposes for which we process the information
• Applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
• Our legitimate business interests

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails
• Cookie Preferences: Manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction. By using our Site and services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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

QikBuilds
Email: privacy@qikbuilds.com
Website: qikbuilds.com

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.