Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Brightstead Technologies, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at brightstead.com and any associated products and services (collectively, the "Services").

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Organization name and role
• Messages submitted through our contact form
• Account registration information

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring URL and search terms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our Services
• Respond to your inquiries and communications
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Send you relevant updates about our Services (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our Services
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Business partners with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including 256-bit encryption, secure data storage, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to or restrict processing of your information
• Data portability

8. Cookies

Our Services may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last updated" date.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@brightstead.com.