Privacy Policy for Ringtree

Last Updated: 7/1/2024

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose: This Privacy Policy explains how Ringtree LLC ("Ringtree," "we," "us," or "our"), a Delaware Limited Liability Company, collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information obtained from users ("you" or "your") of our Ringtree service, including its website, mobile applications, and telephony services (collectively, the "Services").

1.2 Scope: This policy applies to all personal information collected through our Ringtree Services, whether you are a registered user or simply visiting our website.

1.3 Consent: By using our Ringtree Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide:
a) Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and billing information.
b) Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to add to your profile, such as a profile picture or company details.
c) Communications: Information you provide when you contact our customer support or communicate with other users through our Services.

2.2 Information Automatically Collected:
a) Usage Data: Information about how you use our Services, including log data, device information, and location data.
b) Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities.

2.3 Information from Third Parties: We may receive information about you from third-party partners, such as marketing partners or identity verification services.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

3.1 Use of Cookies: Ringtree uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information when you use our Ringtree Services.

3.2 What Are Cookies: Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.

3.3 Types of Cookies We Use:
a) Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the Services to function properly.
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies: These collect information about how you use our Services.
c) Functionality Cookies: These allow our Services to remember choices you make.
d) Advertising and Targeting Cookies: These are used to deliver relevant advertisements.

3.4 Third-Party Cookies: Some cookies on our Services are set by third parties that provide services to us.

3.5 Cookie Lifespan:
a) Session Cookies: These expire once you close your browser.
b) Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.

3.6 Managing Cookies: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences.

3.7 Do Not Track: At this time, our Services do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

3.8 Consequences of Disabling Cookies: If you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our Services may not function properly.

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Provide and Improve Services:
a) To provide, maintain, and improve our Ringtree Services.
b) To develop new features and functionality.
c) To personalize your experience with our Services.

4.2 Communication:
a) To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
b) To send you important information about our Services.
c) To send you marketing communications (where permitted by law and subject to your preferences).

4.3 Security and Fraud Prevention:
a) To protect the security and integrity of our Services.
b) To detect, prevent, and address fraud, unauthorized access, and other potentially illegal activities.

4.4 Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable legal requirements, such as responding to lawful requests from public authorities.

5. How We Share Your Information

5.1 Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf.

5.2 Business Transfers: If Ringtree is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5.3 Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5.4 With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when we have your consent to do so.

6. Data Security

6.1 Security Measures: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information.

6.2 Data Retention: We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

6.3 No Guarantee: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Account Information: You can review and update your account information by logging into your account settings.

7.2 Communication Preferences: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the instructions in those emails.

7.3 Cookie Preferences: You can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject browser cookies.

7.4 Data Subject Rights: Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Ringtree Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

11. HIPAA and Protected Health Information (PHI)

11.1 Not HIPAA Compliant: Ringtree Services are not designed to be HIPAA compliant. We do not offer HIPAA-compliant services or enter into Business Associate Agreements.

11.2 Prohibition on PHI: You must not use Ringtree Services to collect, store, or transmit any Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Ringtree
info@ringtree.io

By using Ringtree Services provided by Ringtree, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.