‍Privacy Policy
Updated 10/9/2024
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‍At Apex Bioacoustics and Apex Stethoscopes, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through our website at www.apexstethoscopes.com, any related services, and offline interactions such as customer service inquiries. By using our website or engaging with our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

‍Interpretation and Definitions

‍For this Privacy Policy:

- "Company" refers to Apex Bioacoustics and its brand, Apex Stethoscopes.
- "Service" refers to the Company's website, related offerings, and offline interactions.
- "You" means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the Company or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service.
- "Personal Data" is any information about an identified or identifiable individual.

‍Information We Collect

‍We may collect the following types of personal information from our users:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Payment information (if purchases are made)
- Optional information such as job title, specialty, or interests
- Technical information such as IP addresses, browser types, and device information

We collect this information through:
- Registration forms for exclusive member access- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Third-party analytics services

We store this data as long as it is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

‍How We Use Your Information

‍We use the collected personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To personalize user experience
- To send periodic emails about our products, services, or promotions
- To improve our website and offerings
- To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

‍Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information on browsing behavior and preferences. These technologies help us analyze web traffic and customize content. Our website is integrated with Google Tag Manager and Cookiebot. Cookiebot categorizes cookies and manages user consent preferences, while Google Tag Manager helps us manage and deploy marketing and analytics tags on our website. You can adjust your cookies through your browser or Cookiebot's consent manager. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information on how these tools handle your data.

‍Third-Party Disclosure

‍We may share your personal information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These third parties may include:- Google Tag Manager- Cookiebot- Hosting services- Payment processorsThese third parties receive only the information required to perform their designated services. They are bound by confidentiality obligations and are only allowed to use your personal information for specified purposes and according to our instructions.

‍Data Security

‍We have implemented appropriate security measures, such as industry-standard SSL encryption and secure server storage, to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

‍Your Rights

‍You have the right to:
- Access, update, and delete your personal information
- Request data portability
- Object to the processing of your personal information
- Withdraw your consent at any time

You can manage your account settings and preferences by clicking on our website's "Account Settings" link. If you wish to exercise these rights or delete your account, please get in touch with us at help@apexbioacoustics.com.

‍Data Retention

‍We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a more extended retention period is required or permitted by law. For example, we retain account information for as long as your account is active.

‍Children's Privacy

‍Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we know that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it from our servers. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please get in touch with us at help@apexbioacoustics.com.

‍Do Not Track Signals

‍Our website does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals sent by some browsers due to the lack of a standardized approach across the industry. We will continue to review new technologies and may adopt a standard once one is created.

‍GDPR and CCPA Compliance

‍We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals within the European Economic Area. Under the GDPR, you can access, rectify, port, and erase your data. To exercise these rights, don't hesitate to contact us at help@apexbioacoustics.com.We comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents. The CCPA provides California residents with specific rights regarding their personal information, detailed in the "Your Rights" section above. To submit requests related to your CCPA rights, don't hesitate to contact us at help@apexbioacoustics.com or through the designated web form on our website.

‍Links to Other Websites

‍Our website may contain links to other websites that we do not operate. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third-party's site. We strongly advise you to review every site's privacy policy. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for any third-party sites or services' content, privacy policies, or practices.

‍Changes to This Privacy Policy

‍We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page, updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy, and sending an email or website notification for significant changes.