Privacy & Policy

1. No Use of Cookies or Tracking Technologies

We do not use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, or any other similar tracking technologies on our website. This means we do not automatically collect information about your browsing behavior or preferences when you visit our site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you:

• Use our services or we enter into an engagement
• Contact us via email, phone, or our website contact form
• Participate in surveys or events (online or in-person)
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Create an account on our website
• Request a quote or proposal
• Submit a job application

This information may include:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Company name and job title (if applicable)
• Payment information (for purchases)
• Any other information you choose to provide

We receive this information through various channels, including:

• Our website
• Email correspondence
• Phone conversations
• In-person interactions
• Paper forms (at events or by mail)
• Third-party survey platforms (if used for our surveys)

3.Use of Information

We use the information we collect for various specific purposes, including:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our services
• Communicating with you about our services and responding to your inquiries
• Personalizing your experience on our website and in our communications
• Processing transactions and fulfilling orders
• Sending promotional communications (with your consent), including email marketing campaigns and newsletters
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and services
• Preventing fraud and ensuring the security of our systems
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms of service

4. Sharing of Information with Third Parties

We may share your personal information with the following categories of third parties:

• Service providers: We use third-party service providers to help us operate our business (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms, customer support tools). These providers have limited access to your information to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information.
• Business partners: With your consent, we may share your information with business partners for joint marketing efforts or promotions.
• Legal and regulatory authorities: We may disclose your information when required by law, regulation, or legal process.

Note. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Protection and Global Privacy Compliance

We are committed to complying with data protection laws and regulations globally. Our practices aim to meet the requirements of various privacy regulations, including but not limited to:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU and EEA residents
• UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 for UK residents
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) for Canadian residents
• Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) for Brazilian residents
• Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) for Japanese residents
• Australian Privacy Act 1988 and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
• Other applicable national and state privacy laws

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to rectify inaccurate personal data
• The right to erasure of your personal data
• The right to restrict processing of your personal data
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing of your personal data
• The right to withdraw consent
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please follow these steps:

1. Contact our Global Privacy Officer using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.
2. Specify which right you wish to exercise and provide any relevant details.
3. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically within 30 days).
4. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
5. In some cases, we may deny your request if permitted by law, and we will explain the reasons for denial.

7. International Data Transfers

When transferring personal data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other approved transfer mechanisms. We comply with data localization requirements where applicable.

8. Data Security and Retention

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection and security
• Physical security measures for our offices and data centers

In the event of a personal data breach, we will notify the relevant supervisory authorities and affected individuals in accordance with applicable breach notification requirements.

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Typical retention periods are:

• Account information: As long as your account is active, plus a reasonable period thereafter
• Transaction data: 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
• Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

10. Changes to This Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the “Last updated” date at the bottom of this policy
• Sending an email notification to users who have provided us with their email address
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or your rights under any applicable privacy laws, please contact us at:

Simmonds Lamont LLC
Email: enquiries@simmondslamont.com
Address: 111 Congress Avenue, Suite 500, Austin, Texas 78701

12. Additional Information for Specific Jurisdictions

While we strive to provide a unified privacy experience for all our users, certain jurisdictions may have specific requirements. Please contact oenquiries@simmondslamont.com for information about how we comply with the privacy laws in your specific location.