Privacy Policy for QI Standard
Effective date: January 15, 2025
Introduction At QI Standard, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website, services, and communications. It applies to visitors, customers, partners, and others who interact with QI Standard online or offline.
Information We Collect We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services: - Contact Information: name, email address, company, phone number when provided voluntarily by users through forms or email communications. - Usage Data: information about how you access and use our website and online resources, including IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, session duration, referral sources, and device identifiers. - Technical and Device Data: details about devices used to access our services, such as operating system, browser version, and relevant technical logs. - Communications Data: content of communications you send to us, and records of our responses, including inquiries submitted through contact forms and email exchanges. - Marketing and Preference Data: your marketing preferences and consents relating to newsletters, announcements, and promotional materials.
How We Collect Information We collect information directly from you when you provide it via forms, email, or other communications. We also automatically collect certain technical and usage information through cookies, web beacons, server logs, and similar technologies when you visit our website. Third-party analytics and advertising partners may collect additional information subject to their privacy policies.
Use of Your Information We use collected information for business purposes including: - Providing and improving our products, services, and website experience. - Responding to inquiries, fulfilling requests, and delivering customer support. - Communicating important information regarding updates, security notices, and policy changes. - Conducting research and analysis to improve our offerings and to better understand trends and user needs. - Managing marketing campaigns and delivering promotional content where you have consented to receive such communications.
Legal Basis for Processing (EU/EEA Residents) Where applicable, we process personal data on the basis of one or more of the following: - Consent: where you have provided consent for specific purposes (e.g., marketing communications). - Contractual necessity: to perform obligations under a contract or to take steps requested by you prior to entering into a contract. - Legitimate interests: for business operations such as analytics, fraud prevention, and network security, provided such interests are not overridden by your privacy rights.
Sharing and Disclosure We do not sell personal data. We may share information as follows: - Service Providers: third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery) and who are contractually bound to protect data. - Legal and Safety: when required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of QI Standard, our users, or others. - Business Transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, data may be transferred as part of the transaction subject to appropriate confidentiality safeguards.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve our website. Cookies help us understand how visitors engage with content, maintain session state, and personalize experience. You may control cookie preferences through browser settings or available opt-out mechanisms for analytics and advertising partners.
Security We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. Measures include access controls, encryption for data in transit, regular security assessments, and policy-driven handling procedures. No system is completely secure; if we become aware of a data breach that poses a risk to rights or freedoms, we will notify affected parties and regulators as required by law.
Data Retention We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including to meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Specific retention periods vary by data type and processing purpose; where possible we will rely on anonymization or aggregation to reduce retention of personal identifiers.
Your Rights and Choices Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including: access, correction, deletion, restriction of processing, objection, and data portability. To exercise your rights, contact us through the channels below. We will respond within applicable legal timeframes and may require verification of identity.
Children’s Privacy Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under applicable age thresholds. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us to request deletion.
Third-Party Links and Integrations Our site may contain links to third-party websites and services. This policy does not cover third-party practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third parties before providing personal information.
International Data Transfers QI Standard is headquartered in the United States and may transfer, process, and store information in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. When personal data is transferred across borders, we apply contractual or other safeguards required by law, such as standard contractual clauses or similar mechanisms, where applicable.
Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, technical, or business reasons. When we make changes, we will revise the "Effective date" and, where appropriate, notify users by posting a prominent notice on our site or via email. Continued use of our services after the revised policy becomes effective constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
Contact Information If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us via the contact form on our website. We will aim to respond to inquiries in a timely manner and provide appropriate remedies where required by law.
Additional Disclosures for Specific Jurisdictions - California Residents: California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request disclosure of categories of personal information collected, sold, or shared, and to request deletion of personal information. To exercise CCPA rights, please submit a verified request via the contact methods on our site. We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA. - European Data Subjects: Residents of the EU/EEA and the UK have additional rights under privacy laws such as the GDPR. To exercise those rights, contact us using the methods provided on our site. We will process requests consistent with applicable law.
Data Controller QI Standard is the data controller for personal information collected through our services unless otherwise stated. Where third-party integrations or partnerships are involved, data controller responsibilities may vary and will be clarified in those contexts.
Policy Acceptance By using QI Standard’s website and services, you acknowledge that you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, your choice is not to use our services. This policy is intended to be transparent about our data practices and to help you make informed decisions about your engagement with QI Standard.