Privacy Policy
Last Updated: Dec 2024
1. Introduction: Welcome to Hekla Ventures. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Mailing address
– Payment information
– Account login credentials
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:
– IP address
– Browser type
– Device information
– Operating system
– Log data
– Cookies and similar tracking technologies
– Usage patterns and preferences
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
– To provide and maintain our services
– To process your transactions
– To send administrative information
– To provide customer support
– To send marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)
– To improve our website and services
– To protect against fraud and unauthorized access
– To comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
4.1 Service Providers
Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you.
4.2 Legal Requirements
When required by law or to:
– Comply with legal process
– Protect our rights and property
– Prevent fraud or illegal activity
– Protect personal safety
4.3 Business Transfers
In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or part of our business.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
– Encryption of sensitive data
– Secure servers
– Regular security assessments
– Limited access to personal information
– Employee training on data protection
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
– Access your personal information
– Correct inaccurate data
– Request deletion of your data
– Opt-out of marketing communications
– Disable cookies through your browser settings
– Request data portability
– Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or maintain information from children under 13.
8. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your information to other countries, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
– Improve user experience
– Remember your preferences
– Analyze website traffic
– Customize advertising
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
– Email: info@heklaventures.com
– Phone: 2073558640
– Address: 365 Boston Post Rd #158 Sudbury, MA 01776
13. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
– Right to know what personal information is collected
– Right to delete personal information
– Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
– Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights
14. EU Privacy Rights
EU residents have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
– Right to be informed
– Right of access
– Right to rectification
– Right to erasure
– Right to restrict processing
– Right to data portability
– Right to object
– Rights related to automated decision-making
15. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal information on the following legal grounds:
– Consent
– Contractual necessity
– Legal obligations
– Legitimate interests
– Public interest
16. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:
– Provide our services
– Comply with legal obligations
– Resolve disputes
– Enforce agreements