itsthewatsons.com privacy policy - do not be afraid

this privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their 'personally identifiable information' (pii) is being used online. pii, as described in u.s. privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context. please read our privacy policy carefully to get a clear understanding of how we collect, use, protect or otherwise handle your personally identifiable information in accordance with our website.

when do we collect information?

we collect information from you when you subscribe to our newsletter or enter information to be contacted directly. 

how do we use your information?

we only use your information in the way you request - either you will receive our newsletter or to get in touch with you. 

how do we protect your information?

we do not use vulnerability scanning and/or scanning to pci standards.

we only provide articles and information. we never ask for credit card numbers.

we use regular malware scanning.

your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems, and are required to keep the information confidential.

we implement a variety of security measures when a user enters, submits, or accesses their information to maintain the safety of your personal information.

do we use 'cookies'?

yes. cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through your web browser (if you allow) that enables the site's or service provider's systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information. for instance, we use cookies to help us remember and process the items in your shopping cart. they are also used to help us understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity, which enables us to provide you with improved services. we also use cookies to help us compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction so that we can offer better site experiences and tools in the future.

we use cookies to:

compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interactions in order to offer better site experiences and tools in the future. we may also use trusted third-party services that track this information on our behalf.

you can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. you do this through your browser settings. since browser is a little different, look at your browser's help menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.

if you turn cookies off, it won't affect your experience.

third-party disclosure

we do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information. that would not be nice. 

third-party links

we do not include or offer third-party products or services on our website.

you will be notified of any privacy policy changes:

   • on our privacy policy page

you can change your personal information:

   • by emailing us

how does our site handle do not track signals?

we honor do not track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a do not track (dnt) browser mechanism is in place.

does our site allow third-party behavioral tracking?

it's also important to note that we allow third-party behavioral tracking

protecting children online

we do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.

fair information practices

the fair information practices principles form the backbone of privacy law in the united states and the concepts they include have played a significant role in the development of data protection laws around the globe. understanding the fair information practice principles and how they should be implemented is critical to comply with the various privacy laws that protect personal information.

in order to be in line with fair information practices we will take the following responsive action, should a data breach occur:

we will notify you via email

   • within 7 business days

we also agree to the individual redress principle which requires that individuals have the right to legally pursue enforceable rights against data collectors and processors who fail to adhere to the law. this principle requires not only that individuals have enforceable rights against data users, but also that individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies to investigate and/or prosecute non-compliance by data processors.

can spam act

the can-spam act is a law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being sent to them, and spells out tough penalties for violations.

we collect your email address in order to:

   • send information, respond to inquiries, and/or other requests or questions

   • market to our mailing list or continue to send emails to our clients after the original transaction has occurred.

to be in accordance with canspam, we agree to the following:

   • not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses.

   • monitor third-party email marketing services for compliance, if one is used.

   • honor opt-out/unsubscribe requests quickly.

   • allow users to unsubscribe by using the link at the bottom of each email.

contacting us

if there are any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us using the information below.

itsthewatsons.com

459 columbus ave #4016

new york, ny 10024

united states

info@itsthewatsons.com

v 06.25.2024