Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://lane-county-oregon-in-the-railroad-era.laneexplorer.com (referred to as “Lane County Oregon in the Railroad Era,” “we,” or “our” throughout this policy). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, handling, and disclosure of data when you interact with our website, applications, services, and products.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our digital presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our primary website at https://lane-county-oregon-in-the-railroad-era.laneexplorer.com.
  2. Any associated mobile applications or software we develop.
  3. Online services and products offered through our platform.
  4. Interactions between our users and our digital assets.

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services linked from our website. These external entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection, so we encourage you to review them before using such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines our practices when:

  1. You register an account and use our applications and services as a recognized user.
  2. You visit our websites linked to this policy.
  3. We communicate with you via email, phone, or text messages/SMS for marketing, transactional, or other purposes.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various types of personal information from our users, which can include:

  1. Account Information: User names, passwords, and account settings.
  2. Payment Details: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history.
  3. Financial Records: Banking information for transactions on our platform.
  4. Purchase Data: Items bought, purchase frequency, and transaction amounts.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network information.
  6. Location Data: GPS coordinates when users interact with location-based services.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Comments, ratings, and suggestions provided by users.
  8. Social Media Information: User profiles and interactions from social media platforms (if connected to our service).
  9. Product Interest: Search history, product views, and purchases made on our e-commerce platform.

We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, account settings, browsing activities, cookies, and third-party integrations. Additionally, we may receive personal information from trusted partners who assist us in providing services, subject to their privacy agreements.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies for several essential purposes:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These cookies enable core features and functionalities of our website or application, such as allowing users to log in.
  2. Preferences: Remembering user preferences, language settings, and customization options.
  3. Analytics: Tracking site usage and gathering statistical data for performance improvements.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager, providing control over tracking activities.

Data Retention and Deletion

We adhere to data retention policies based on legal requirements and the purposes for which the data was collected:

  1. Legal Compliance: We may be required to retain certain data by law or regulatory bodies.
  2. Business Purposes: Personal information is stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.
  3. User Preferences: Users can request the deletion of their personal data at any time, subject to legal obligations and legitimate business interests.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to protect your personal data:

  1. Data Encryption: We use encryption for data transmission and storage to safeguard sensitive information.
  2. Secure Third-Party Processing: Engaging secure third-party service providers ensures compliance with industry standards.
  3. Access Controls: Strict access controls are in place to restrict unauthorized personnel from accessing personal data.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children, and any such information will be deleted if discovered.

Your Rights (Depending on Your Location)

The privacy laws in your jurisdiction may grant you specific rights regarding personal data:

  1. Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: Correcting inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
  3. Erasure: Requesting the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  4. Restriction: Limiting the use or processing of your data.
  5. Data Portability: Obtaining a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  6. Objection: Objecting to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from unfair treatment due to exercising your privacy rights.
  8. Appes/Complaints: Filing appeals or complaints with relevant supervisory authorities.

To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at the details provided below.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any significant changes will be posted on this page, and updated policy versions will include a revision date. We encourage users to review this page periodically to stay informed about their privacy rights.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data: