Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. We want you to feel confident that any personal information you share is handled with care. In this article, we explain what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have regarding your data.

What Information Do We Collect?

Routine Information Collection

Our web servers automatically record basic data about every visit. This includes:

  • IP addresses
  • Browser details
  • Timestamps
  • Referring pages

This information is used solely for routine administration and site maintenance. Importantly, it does not identify you as an individual.

Cookies and Web Beacons

We use cookies to:

  • Save your site preferences
  • Remember your browsing history
  • Deliver customized content

Additionally, some advertising partners and third parties may use cookies, scripts, or web beacons on our site. Their tracking occurs through their own servers and is governed by their respective privacy policies.

How Can You Control Your Privacy?

Your web browser settings give you control over cookies:

  • Disable Cookies: You can turn off cookies if you’re concerned about your privacy. However, note that disabling cookies for all sites may affect your browsing experience.
  • Per-Site Settings: We recommend adjusting cookie settings on a per-site basis. Check your browser’s help documentation for details on how to block cookies and other tracking technologies.

Privacy Notice for California Residents

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal data. Our practices outlined in this policy apply to:

  • Visitors to our consumer websites
  • Subscribers to our email alerts
  • Participants in our blogs
  • Users who create accounts (excluding those involving financial products or services)
  • Applicants for our job openings (please note, job applicants are not covered by CCPA privacy rights)

California residents can request:

  • Information: Details about how we collect, use, and share your personal information over the past 12 months.
  • Access: A copy of the personal data we have on file for you.
  • Deletion: The removal of your personal data from our records.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

For any disclosure requests under Section 1798.83 of the California Civil Code, please reach out to us using the contact details above.

How We Use and Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. Here’s how we use your data:

  • Traffic Analysis: We use cookies and tracking tools to understand how you interact with our site.
  • Service Delivery: When you open an account or apply for services, we may share your information with companies that provide those services.

There are also instances where we might disclose your personal data, such as:

  • To comply with legal requirements (e.g., subpoenas or law enforcement requests)
  • In connection with a business transaction, like selling or transferring part of our business
  • When working with professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, bankers, auditors)

Your Privacy Rights

Under the CCPA, you have several important rights:

  • Information: Ask how we’ve collected, used, and shared your personal data over the last 12 months.
  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Definition: Ask us to delete your personal data from our systems.

Please note that there are some limits to these rights—for example, we might not be able to provide certain sensitive information or honor deletion requests in specific circumstances. We always strive to respond to your requests as fully as possible, based on the identifying details you provide.

Identity Verification

Before processing your request, we may ask you to verify your identity. This is to ensure that we protect your personal data.

Authorized Agents

California residents may also authorize an “authorized agent” to act on their behalf. In such cases, we require written confirmation of this authorization.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, or if you’d like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: