Privacy Policy

LegalTemplates.com ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY, PLEASE DO NOT ACCESS THE WEBSITE.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (company name, address, phone number)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Document content and metadata you create using our templates
• Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback)

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Device information (device type, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, clicks, search queries)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Location information (general geographic location based on IP address)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain our Website and services
• To process your transactions and manage your account
• To generate and store your documents and templates
• To send administrative information, updates, and security alerts
• To respond to your comments, questions, and provide customer service
• To improve our Website, products, and services
• To monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use
• To send marketing communications (with your consent)

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on:

• Contract: Processing necessary to perform our services
• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with legal requirements

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third parties who perform services on our behalf (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government request
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition of our business
• Consent: With your explicit consent for any other purpose

We DO NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
• Fulfill any other legitimate business purpose

When your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent
• Complaint: Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and remember your preferences
• Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns
• Personalize your experience
• Provide targeted advertising (with consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses or other approved mechanisms.

13. Do Not Track Signals

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. However, you can control tracking through your browser settings and cookie preferences.

14. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may impact your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law, including providing information about the breach and steps you can take to protect yourself.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for material changes)

Your continued use of our Website after any changes indicates acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at: charles@legaltemplates.com