Privacy Policy

Introduction

At SOC2Certification.com ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website or use our services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, company name, and phone number when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter
• Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and feedback you send to us
• Survey/Feedback Data: Responses to surveys, polls, or feedback forms

Information Automatically Collected

• Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation paths
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
• Referral Information: The website or source that referred you to our site
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies

Third-Party Information

• Analytics Data: Information collected through Google Analytics and similar services
• Social Media: Information from social media platforms when you interact with our content

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

• Provide Services: Respond to inquiries, provide information about SOC 2 vendors and services
• Communication: Send newsletters, updates, and relevant SOC 2 compliance information
• Website Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our website and user experience
• Content Personalization: Customize content and recommendations based on your interests

Secondary Uses

• Marketing: Send promotional materials about relevant SOC 2 services (with your consent)
• Research: Conduct research and analysis to improve our services
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Share Information With:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our website and provide services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)
• Business Partners: SOC 2 vendors and auditors in our directory (only when you specifically request information about them)
• Legal Requirements: Government agencies or courts when required by law

We Do NOT:

• Sell your personal information to third parties
• Share your contact information without your consent
• Use your information for purposes other than those described in this policy

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Support our legitimate business interests

Generally, we retain contact information for 3 years after your last interaction with us, unless you request earlier deletion.

Your Rights and Choices

You Have the Right To:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Object: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

• Email: contact.of.pulpul@gmail.com
• Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites and services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page
• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Notify you of material changes via email or website notice

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Compliance Frameworks

Our privacy practices are designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
• Other applicable regional data protection laws