Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://mcallen-tx-braces.mcallendentalcare.com (hereafter referred to as “McAllen TX Braces” or “we”). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of data in compliance with various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
  • California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and its corresponding laws in Colorado, Utah, Connecticut, Virginia, South Africa, and other jurisdictions.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including our official website, applications, services, and products offered through these channels. However, please be informed that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms or services accessed through links on our site. These external entities have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines our practices when users:

  1. Utilize our applications and services as authorized users.
  2. Visit any of our websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
  3. Engage with us through communications, including but not limited to newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, which include:

  1. Account Information: Details required to set up and maintain your user account on our platform.
  2. Payment Information: Data related to transactions made through our services, including payment method details and billing information.
  3. Financial Information: Records of financial transactions and account balances (if applicable) for processing payments.
  4. Purchase Information: Details about products or services purchased from us, including quantities, dates, and prices.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers associated with your mobile device when using our mobile applications.
  6. Location Data: Information about your geographical location when you interact with our services (with your consent).
  7. Feedback: Responses provided by users in surveys or through customer support interactions.
  8. Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts for seamless access.
  9. Product Information: Details about the products you show interest in, browse, or purchase on our site.

We obtain this data through direct user input, interactions with our services, and automated technologies employed to enhance user experience. Additionally, we may receive personal data from third parties, such as payment processors, under their respective privacy agreements.

Cookies

McAllen TX Braces uses cookies to improve user experience and for analytics purposes. Cookies are categorized as:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functionalities of our website, such as secure login and navigation.
  2. Preference: Cookies that remember your preferences and settings to personalize your experience.
  3. Analytics: Tools that help us analyze website traffic and user behavior for optimization purposes.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to manage their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is achieved, we securely delete or anonymize the data.

Security Measures

McAllen TX Braces has implemented robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage.
  • Engaging secure third-party processing partners who adhere to strict privacy standards.
  • Regular security audits and updates to our security protocols.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that we have collected data about your child, please contact us using the details provided in this policy to request its deletion.

Your Rights (Subject to Local Laws)

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, or erasure of your data.
  • Restriction or object to the processing of your data.
  • Data portability, allowing you to transfer data from one service provider to another.
  • The right not to be subject to automated decision-making processes, where applicable.
  • Filing appeals or complaints with our privacy team regarding data handling practices.

To exercise these rights or have any data-related queries, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your requests in accordance with local laws and regulations.

Changes to Privacy Policy

McAllen TX Braces reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be promptly posted on our website, ensuring transparency regarding our data handling practices.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, unsubscribe, or data access, please contact us: