Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines the manner in which Bouwen P.A. and its affiliates, including Bouwen Business Services LLC and Jerry Meek PLLC, (collectively, “Bouwen”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the www.bouwen.us website (“Site”). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Bouwen.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not access or use the Site. This Privacy Policy is created in accordance with the laws of Florida and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.
Personal Information Collection
Bouwen collects certain types of information about Users in order to provide and improve the services offered on the Site. This information includes, but is not limited to:
- Personal identification information (e.g., name, email address, phone number)
- Browser and device information (e.g., IP address, browser type, device type)
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, interaction with content)
- Location data (to the extent permitted by the User’s device settings)
Collection of this information allows Bouwen to customize the User experience, respond to inquiries and requests, and improve the overall functionality of the Site. Bouwen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of User information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations of Florida.
Use of Personal Information
Bouwen collects, stores, and uses personal information from Users in accordance with the following principles:
- Personal information is collected with the User’s knowledge and consent.
- Collection of personal information is limited to what is necessary for the purposes identified by Bouwen, as further described below.
- Personal information is not used for purposes other than those for which it was collected, except with the consent of the User or as required by law.
- Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes.
- Personal information is protected by appropriate security measures against loss or theft, as well as unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification.
- Users have the right to request access to their personal information and to request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete information.
We may use the User’s personal information for the following purposes:
- providing a proposal to the User in relation to the professional services we offer and for client engagement purposes;
- providing professional services to the User;
- managing our relationship with the User (including billing and financial management);
- dealing with any complaints or feedback of the User;
- monitoring and improving the performance and effectiveness of our services;
- any other purpose for which the User provides us with the User’s personal data; and/or
- compliance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
Sharing of Personal Information
Bouwen may share the personal information of Users with third-party service providers to help provide, improve, protect, and promote the Site. These third-party service providers will only have access to the personal information needed to perform their functions and are required to protect the confidentiality and security of the information. Bouwen may also share personal information:
- With government authorities or other third parties if required by law or if necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bouwen, its Users, or others.
- In connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of Bouwen’s business to another company.
Except as described above, Bouwen will not share personal information with any other third parties without obtaining the consent of the User first.
Data Security
Bouwen is committed to ensuring the security of the User’s personal information. To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the correct use of information, Bouwen implements a variety of security measures, including but not limited to secure server software (SSL), firewalls, and encryption of financial data.
Bouwen regularly reviews and updates its security policies and controls to reflect the dynamic nature of the internet and the evolving threats to online security. However, despite Bouwen’s best efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable. Therefore, Bouwen cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, hacking, data loss, or other breaches will never occur. Bouwen urges Users to take steps to protect their personal information online, including using strong passwords, changing passwords regularly, and being cautious about the information they submit online.
In the event of a data breach, Bouwen will comply with applicable laws in notifying affected Users and taking other steps to mitigate the effects of the breach.
User Rights
Users of the Site have the following rights regarding their personal information:
- Right to Access: Users have the right to request that Bouwen disclose certain information to them about Bouwen’s collection and use of their personal information. Upon receiving a verifiable request, Bouwen will provide the User with access to the specific pieces of personal information that it has collected about the User, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Deletion: Users have the right to request the deletion of their personal information collected by Bouwen. Upon receiving a verifiable request, Bouwen will delete (and direct any service providers to delete) the User’s personal information from its records, unless an exception applies.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Users have the right to not receive discriminatory treatment by Bouwen for exercising their privacy rights.
- Right to Correction: Users have the right to request that Bouwen correct inaccurate personal information held about them, considering the nature of the personal information and the purposes of the processing of the User’s personal information.
- Right to Opt-Out of Personal Information Sales: Users have the right to direct Bouwen not to sell their personal information. Bouwen does not sell personal information.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@bouwen.us.
Third-Party Websites
This Privacy Policy does not extend to third-party websites that may be accessible through links provided on the Site. Bouwen does not control these third-party websites and is not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they access through the Site to understand how those websites collect, use, and share their personal information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Bouwen uses various cookies and tracking technologies to improve the User experience on the Site. These technologies may include, but are not limited to, browser cookies, pixels, beacons, and scripts. They help in understanding how the Site is used, enabling personalized features, and analyzing site traffic and trends.
Users have the option to control the use of cookies at the individual browser level. However, if you choose to disable cookies, it may limit the use of certain features or functions on our Site.
By using the Site, Users consent to the use of cookies and tracking technologies as described in this Privacy Policy. Bouwen reserves the right to update or change this policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on the Site, and Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to stay informed.
Data Retention
Bouwen will retain personal data collected from Users for as long as necessary to provide services to the User, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period for personal data varies depending on the type of data and the purposes for which it is processed. Generally, User data will be retained for the duration of the User’s relationship with the Site or with Bouwen, plus a period of time thereafter as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements or to ensure that Bouwen can exercise or defend against legal claims.
Data collected through Cookies and other Tracking Technologies may be retained for a shorter period, typically not exceeding one year, unless longer retention is required for security, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Upon expiration of the data retention period, personal data shall be securely deleted or anonymized, unless further retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes. In such cases, the data will be retained in a manner that complies with applicable legal requirements.
UK GDPR
Bouwen is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
We rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:
- Your consent (where required)
- Performance of a contract
- Our legitimate interests, where they do not override your rights
By using the Site, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer of your personal information to the United States, where Bouwen’s servers are situated.
Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections to your data
- Request the deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to data processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw your consent (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@bouwen.us.
Pursuant to Article 27(2) of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Bouwen’s processing of personal data is only occasional and does not include processing of special categories of data as referred to in Article 9(1) or processing of personal data relating to criminal convictions and offences referred to in Article 10, and is unlikely to result in a risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you are under 13, please do not provide any personal information on this website.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13 without the necessary parental consent, we will delete such information promptly. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at contact@bouwen.us.
We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activities and to help enforce this policy by instructing their children never to provide personal information on this or any other website without their permission.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Bouwen reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time and from time to time without prior notice. Please review this policy periodically, and especially before you provide any Personal Information. This Privacy Policy was last updated on the date indicated at the end of this document. Your continued use of the Site after any changes or revisions to this Privacy Policy indicates your agreement with the terms of such revised Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the data collection and usage practices of Bouwen, please contact us at the following:
- Email: contact@bouwen.us
- Postal Address: 1200 Brickell Ave, Suite 1950, Num 1058, Miami, FL 33131, USA
- Phone: (305) 921-9301
Bouwen is committed to addressing your inquiries and providing the necessary support related to your privacy concerns.
Last updated: 21 November 2024