Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy governs how Smart Choice Enterprise LLC, along with its subsidiary BinaryPlates LLC (collectively, "BinaryPlates," "we," "our," or "us"), collects, uses, and protects information when you access the BlazorPlate website (the "Site") and use the BlazorPlate software (the "Software"). This Policy is aligned with our End User License Agreement (EULA).

2. Information We Collect

When you create an account on the BlazorPlate website, we collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Your name, email address, billing information, and other contact details.
  • Business Information: If applicable, your company's name, address, and other relevant details.
  • Technical Data: We may collect your IP address, browser type, and usage data to help improve our services.

3. Account Creation Without Purchase

If you create an account on the BlazorPlate website without making a purchase, we will still retain the information provided during account creation. This information is treated with the same level of security and confidentiality as information collected from accounts created for the purpose of making purchases. You may use the account for future purchases, and you can request to have your account and associated data removed by contacting us at info@blazorplate.net.

4. How We Use the Information

We may use your personal and business information for the following purposes:

  • Account Management: To manage your account on the BlazorPlate website, including account setup, profile management, and enabling Software purchases.
  • Payment Processing: To process payments for the Software through third-party payment gateway providers.
  • Customer Support: To provide you with customer support or updates regarding your account or the Software.
  • Promotional Purposes: We may use general or business information related to our clients for promotional purposes on our "Our Clients" page. If you do not wish for your business information to be displayed, you may notify us at info@blazorplate.net prior to or after purchasing the Software.
  • Compliance: To ensure compliance with legal obligations, including those related to intellectual property rights and license terms.

5. Sharing of Information

Your information will only be shared with third parties in the following circumstances:

  • With third-party payment gateway providers for payment processing purposes.
  • With your consent or at your request, for specific services or integrations you have opted for.
  • When required by law, regulation, or court order to disclose your information.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal and business information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no security system is infallible, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal and business information as follows:

  • Active Accounts: Your data is retained for the duration of your active account and license period.
  • After Account Deletion: Upon account deletion or license termination, personal data will be deleted or anonymized within ninety (90) days, except where retention is required by law (e.g., tax and financial records, which may be retained for up to seven (7) years).
  • Support Records: Technical support correspondence may be retained for up to two (2) years after the last interaction to ensure continuity of service.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or request the deletion of your personal and business information at any time by contacting us at info@blazorplate.net.

8.1 Rights Under GDPR (European Economic Area)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

  • Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on: (a) contract performance (account management, license fulfillment), (b) legitimate interest (service improvement, security), and (c) legal obligation (tax and regulatory compliance).
  • Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that we limit the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  • Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate interest.
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

8.2 Rights Under CCPA (California)

If you are a California resident, you have the following additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to Know: You may request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell your personal information. If this practice changes, we will provide a clear opt-out mechanism.
  • Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.

9. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify affected users without undue delay and no later than seventy-two (72) hours after becoming aware of the breach, where feasible. Notification will include the nature of the breach, the data affected, steps we are taking to address it, and recommended actions you can take to protect yourself. Where required by law, we will also notify the relevant supervisory authorities.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the BlazorPlate Website. These include:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for core website functionality such as authentication and security. These cannot be disabled.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve our services. You may opt out of analytics cookies through your browser settings.

We do not use advertising or behavioral tracking cookies. For more details on managing cookies, please refer to your browser's privacy settings.

11. Children's Privacy

The BlazorPlate Website and Software are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated via email or through a prominent notice on the BlazorPlate Website, and will take effect thirty (30) days after notification. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

It is your responsibility to periodically review this Privacy Policy for any updates or changes.