Effective Date: 11/19/2024
Last Updated: 11/19/2024

A.R.E.S. Boutique Consulting LLC (A.R.E.S.) is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, users, and website visitors. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with various global and industry standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and other applicable privacy laws and frameworks.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information depending on your interaction with us:
•    Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other identifiers.
•    Business Information: Company name, job title, and company contact details.
•    Technical Data: IP address, browser type, browsing patterns, and other analytics-related information.
•    Cookies and Similar Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to provide enhanced functionality, analyze trends,

     and track your movements on our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

A.R.E.S. uses the collected data for legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to:
•    Providing and improving our services;
•    Processing transactions and maintaining accurate records;
•    Communicating with you regarding services, offers, and updates;
•    Ensuring compliance with legal obligations and protecting our rights.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (for EEA/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or other regions with similar data protection regulations, we process your personal data based on:
•    Consent: Where you have given us explicit consent;
•    Contractual Necessity: Where processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you;
•    Legal Obligation: Where we must comply with a legal obligation; or
•    Legitimate Interests: Where we have a legitimate interest that is not overridden by your privacy rights.

4. Applicable Privacy Standards and Regulations

A.R.E.S. is committed to complying with the following standards and regulations as applicable:
•    GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for users in the EEA and UK.
•    California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for California residents.
•    Delaware Online Privacy and Protection Act (DOPPA) given A.R.E.S.’s incorporation in Delaware.
•    Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) for individuals in Brazil.
•    Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) for clients in Canada.
•    Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) if applicable to health-related data in the U.S.
•    ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management standard for data protection and security.
•    NIST Privacy Framework for risk-based approaches to privacy and data management.
•    Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) in instances involving credit or consumer reports.
•    Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) for data related to children under the age of 13 in the U.S.
•    Other State-Specific Laws in the U.S., such as the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), and            Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA).

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain privacy rights:
•    Right to Access: You can request details of your personal data held by us.
•    Right to Rectification: You may ask us to update or correct inaccurate data.
•    Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your data, subject to legal requirements.
•    Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limitations on how we process your data.
•    Right to Object: You may object to data processing for specific purposes.
•    Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with:
•    Service Providers: For the purpose of providing our services, such as IT and payment processors.
•    Legal Obligations: Where required by law or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.
•    Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed outside your country of residence, including the United States. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in line with GDPR and other applicable laws.

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8. Data Security

We maintain robust administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. Compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST Privacy Framework standards reinforces our commitment to data security.

9. Data Retention

A.R.E.S. retains personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Notice, or as otherwise required by law.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, understand user behavior, and serve relevant ads. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. Do Not Track Signals

We do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals as there is no uniform standard for such settings.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

13. Updates to This Privacy Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Email: defense@armorofares.com

A.R.E.S. Boutique Consulting LLC