Privacy Policy

Introduction

Thank you for visiting GuardsArm Inc’s website. Our platform includes resources managed by trusted vendors or partners operating on behalf of GuardsArm Inc. We aim to make online interactions seamless and efficient for individuals and businesses. At GuardsArm Inc, we understand the importance of protecting your privacy and are committed to ensuring your confidence in every online interaction.

In line with State and Federal laws, this policy outlines GuardsArm Inc's approach to privacy for information collected from site visitors. It details what information we gather and how it’s used, serving as GuardsArm Inc's standard privacy policy.

In this policy, “personal information” refers to any details, such as a name, number, symbol, or identifier, that can identify an individual. GuardsArm Inc collects personal information only when you voluntarily provide it, such as through email, surveys, job applications, public comments, or forms.

Automatically Collected Information When You Visit This Website

When you visit a GuardsArm Inc website, certain details about your visit are automatically collected and stored, such as:

  • The Internet Protocol (IP) address and domain name you used.
  • Your user ID, if logged in.
  • The browser and operating system you used.
  • The date and time of your visit.
  • The web pages or services you viewed during your visit.
  • The website you visited prior to coming to this site.
  • The website you visit when leaving this site; and

If you downloaded content, we track what was downloaded. This information helps us improve the website’s content and understand how visitors interact with it. We use this data for statistical analysis to identify what interests our visitors most and least, helping us make the website more useful. The information is not used for commercial marketing, and GuardsArm Inc does not sell or share the data for such purposes.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored in your web browser to help distinguish visitors to our website. This is a common practice on most websites. We use "session cookies" to enhance your visit, making it more personalized and easier to navigate. These cookies are created automatically when you access GuardsArm Inc’s sites, and they do not contain personal information, ensuring your privacy and security. We may store a randomly generated ID on your device. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser or after the session ends.

Some GuardsArm Inc sites may offer a registration option to personalize your experience. If you choose to register, a "persistent cookie" may be stored on your computer’s hard drive. This cookie allows the website to recognize you on future visits, providing tailored information that suits your needs and interests.

You have the option to refuse new cookies or delete existing ones through your software and hardware settings. However, refusing or deleting cookies may limit your ability to access some features of certain GuardsArm Inc sites.

When you visit or log in to our website, cookies and similar technologies may be used by our data partners or vendors to link your activities with other personal information they may have about you, such as your email or home address. We (or our service providers) may then send communications and marketing to these addresses. You can opt out of receiving such advertisements by visiting https://app.retention.com/optout .

Our website uses both third-party and third-party cookies to deliver the services and resources you request as you navigate. We categorize cookies into the following categories:

  • Strictly necessary cookies enable the core services, applications, and essential features of our website. 
  • Functional cookies improve the performance of certain website resources and services, offering a more personalized user experience. 
  • Marketing and retargeting cookies are utilized by third-party sites like Facebook and Google to deliver targeted ads, improving conversion rates and enabling the re-marketing of analytical data.
  • Statistical cookies, or "performance cookies," gather data on how you interact with a website, such as the pages you visit and the links you click. This information is anonymous and aggregated, ensuring it cannot be used to identify you. 

This table lists the cookies we collect and what information we store. (Last Updated: 02/26/2024)

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When you email this website or start an online transaction, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, and any other details related to your request or inquiry.

When you email GuardsArm Inc during your visit, we collect your email address along with the content of your message, which may include any personal information you choose to provide. The email header may also include non-specific location data from the device used to send it. We may also collect audio, video, or graphic information attached to your message. Your email address and message content will only be used to respond to your inquiry, address any concerns, enhance our website, or direct your message to the appropriate department. We do not collect your email for commercial purposes, nor will we sell or share it with third parties.

When you participate in a transaction on a GuardsArm Inc site, such as completing a survey, application, or form, we collect the information you provide, including any personal details. This information is used to support our programs, offer services, and deliver relevant goods and information. We may share the collected data in ways consistent with the nature of the transaction, such as fulfilling your request. Additionally, your information might be used to improve our products, services, and sites, as well as to ensure compliance with the law and our policies, including investigating any potential violations.

GuardsArm Inc does not intentionally collect personal information from minors or create profiles based on such information, except in limited cases. It's important to note that any personal information submitted via email or through online transactions is generally treated as though it was provided by an adult and could be subject to public access unless restricted by law. We encourage parents and educators to supervise children's internet usage and guide them when providing personal information online.

Disclosure of Information Collected Through This Website

GuardsArm Inc will collect and share personal information through this website only with the user's consent. If you engage in an online transaction that results in sharing personal information, whether it's requested or not, you’re giving consent for GuardsArm Inc to collect and use that information for purposes that are clear from the context of the transaction.

GuardsArm Inc may share personal information with federal or state law enforcement authorities to protect its rights, particularly in cases of unauthorized access or attempted unauthorized access to its information technology assets, or in response to other inappropriate use of this website.

Retention of Information Collected Through this Website

GuardsArm Inc keeps the information collected through its sites in line with internal document retention policies, following the required records retention and disposition guidelines.

Confidentiality and Integrity of Personal Information Collected Through this Website

GuardsArm Inc is fully dedicated to safeguarding personal information gathered through this website from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. To ensure this, we restrict access to personal information to employees who need it to perform their official duties. Those with access are required to follow the correct procedures when disclosing any personal information.

GuardsArm Inc has put in place various measures to protect the integrity of its information technology assets, such as authentication, monitoring, auditing, and encryption. These security procedures are embedded in the design, implementation, and daily operations of this website, reflecting our ongoing commitment to safeguarding both electronic content and the secure transmission of information.

To ensure website security and maintain its availability for all users, GuardsArm Inc uses software to monitor traffic and detect any unauthorized attempts to upload, modify, or damage information on the website.

Disclaimer

This privacy policy is not intended to provide business, legal, or other advice, nor does it guarantee the absolute security of information provided through this website.

Links

GuardsArm Inc sites may include links to trusted partner websites and other organizations' sites to provide visitors with additional information. However, a link does not imply endorsement of the content, views, accuracy, opinions, policies, products, services, or accessibility of those websites. When you click a link to another site, including those maintained by GuardsArm Inc, you are subject to the terms and conditions of that site, including its privacy policy.

If you have any questions regarding this policy or other privacy-related matters, feel free to reach out to info1@guardsarm.com.