At Cronin Engineering, we take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting the personal information that you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, engage with our services, or communicate with us. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we handle it.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from you when you interact with our website or use our services. This includes:
Personal Information
This includes any information that can identify you personally, such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other data you provide when contacting us or filling out forms on our website.
Technical Data
We automatically collect technical data about your device, browser, IP address, and the pages you visit on our website. This is done through cookies and similar technologies, which help us improve the functionality of our website.
Transactional Information
When you engage with our services, we may collect information related to transactions such as billing details, payment information, and the specific services you request from us.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including but not limited to:
- Providing Services: We use your personal data to deliver the services you request from us, such as structural engineering consulting, inspections, and related services.
- Improving Our Website and Services: We analyze your technical data to improve the performance of our website and enhance the user experience. This includes optimizing our website’s features and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Communication: We may use your personal information to contact you with updates regarding the services we provide, changes to our policies, or other relevant information.
- Legal Obligations: We may use your data to comply with legal requirements or to protect our legal rights in case of disputes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cronin Engineering uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you when you return to our site. These cookies allow us to personalize content and ads, provide social media features, and analyze how our website is used.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some parts of the website may not function properly without cookies.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services or maintaining our website. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by government authorities (e.g., a court or a regulatory body).
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will ensure that the receiving party adheres to this Privacy Policy or a similar standard.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- Access Your Data: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and obtain a copy of it.
- Correct or Update Your Data: You can request to correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we have about you.
- Delete Your Data: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
- Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your data based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
- Opt-out of Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the appropriate methods provided on our website.
Retention of Data
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by Cronin Engineering. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such data as soon as possible.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
By using our website or services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us.