Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://orthodontist-mcallen-tx.mcallendentalcare.com (hereinafter referred to as “our website” or “we,” “us,” or “our company”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and management of information we receive from users accessing our website and services.

Scope

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

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, services, or websites accessed through links on our site. These external entities have their own privacy policies governing user data collection and usage, and we encourage you to review these policies before engaging with such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides how we interact with users in the following scenarios:

  • Using Our Services: When you access and utilize our applications, tools, or services as an authorized user, we process your data to provide personalized functionality and support.
  • Visiting Our Websites: Every time you visit our websites, we collect certain information as described in the subsequent sections.
  • Communication: If you choose to receive newsletters, emails, calls, or texts/SMS from us, we will use the contact details provided to deliver these communications.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various types of personal data, including:

  1. Account Information: Details required to create and manage your user account, such as usernames, passwords, email addresses, and profile pictures.
  2. Payment Information: Credit card or debit card details, payment history, and billing addresses for processing transactions.
  3. Financial Information: Data related to your financial status, income levels, and savings preferences (if provided).
  4. Purchase Information: Items bought on our website, purchase frequency, and order history.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, IP addresses, and mobile network information from your smartphone or tablet.
  6. Location Data: Geolocation data if you choose to share it, allowing us to provide location-based services.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Comments, suggestions, and reviews you submit to us.
  8. Social Media Information: If you connect our services with your social media accounts, we may collect information from these platforms (with your consent).
  9. Product Information: Details about products you express interest in or purchase on our website.

We gather this data through direct user input, tracking technologies, and third-party sources. When using our website or services, you have the option to provide personal data voluntarily, and we use it to enhance your experience and personalize content.

Cookies

We employ cookies to improve your browsing experience and gain insights into how our website is used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve various purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Ensure basic functions of the website, such as login sessions and navigation.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember user preferences for a customized experience.
  • Analytics Cookies: Track site usage, performance, and user behavior to improve our services.

Users can control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your privacy settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact your user experience on our website.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary or as required by law. The specific retention periods vary based on the type of data:

  • Account information, payment details, and purchase history are kept for the duration of your account’s active status and for a period after that to comply with legal obligations.
  • We may retain aggregated or anonymized data indefinitely for analytical purposes.
  • Once the purpose for data retention is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize the data to prevent reidentification.

Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to safeguard your personal data:

  • Encryption: Data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards to process sensitive information on our behalf.
  • Access Controls: Our systems have access controls in place to ensure that only authorized personnel can access personal data.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please reach out to our privacy team, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction and local data protection laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data under specific circumstances.
  • Restriction: Limit our processing of your data in certain situations.
  • Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another controller.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Non-Discrimination: Assert that you will not be subject to automated individual decision-making or profiling based solely on automated processing.

To exercise these rights or make data-related inquiries, please contact our privacy team using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

Changes to 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 material changes will be effectively communicated through our website or by directly notifying users. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Contact Information

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding privacy or this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

We value your trust in providing us with your personal data, and we are committed to protecting it.