Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 10, 2024
Blue Ridge Advance (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you use our website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalized initials have meanings defined below, whether used in singular or plural form.
Definitions
Account – A unique account created for you to access our services.
Application – Any software or digital tools provided by the Company.
Company – Refers to Blue Ridge Advance.
Country – Refers to the United States.
Cookies – Small files placed on your device to collect browsing information.
Device – Any device used to access the Service, including computers, mobile phones, or tablets.
Personal Data – Information that identifies or relates to an identifiable individual.
Service – Refers to our website and business services.
Service Provider – Third-party vendors who process data on our behalf.
Usage Data – Data collected automatically through use of the Service.
You – The individual or entity using our Service.
2. Collection and Use of Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
We may collect personal information including, but not limited to:
Name and contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
Business-related information
Information submitted through applications or forms
Device and usage data
Usage Data
Usage Data may include:
IP address, browser type, and device identifiers
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
Mobile device information when accessing the Service via mobile
Location Data
With your permission, we may collect location data to improve service functionality. You can disable location access at any time through your device settings.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
Service Delivery – To provide, maintain, and improve our services
Account Management – To manage registrations and user access
Contract Fulfillment – To process applications and deliver services
Communication – To respond to inquiries and provide updates
Marketing – To send promotional communications (you may opt out at any time)
Business Transfers – In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
Legal Compliance – To comply with legal obligations and enforce policies
4. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Usage Data may be retained for internal analysis and security purposes.
5. Data Transfers
Your information may be processed outside your state or country where data protection laws may differ. We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
6. Disclosure of Personal Data
Business Transactions
If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be transferred with appropriate notice.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose personal data if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of the Company and its users.
7. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for analytics, communication, and operational support. These providers are governed by their own privacy policies and are authorized to use your data only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.
10. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites and encourage you to review their policies.
11. SMS & Phone Communication
We do not sell or share phone numbers with third parties for SMS marketing purposes.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We may also notify you via email or website notice where appropriate.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website:
📍 Website: https://www.blueridgeadvance.com/