Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At JohnMaplesMP.com (“we”, “our”, “us”), protecting and respecting your personal data is of paramount importance. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of privacy, integrity, and data protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit, access, or interact with our website johnmaplesmp.com or otherwise engage with our services.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy governs personal data processed through our website and associated services. For the purposes of data protection law, we act as the data controller for the personal information collected and processed via johnmaplesmp.com. This means we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data.
3. Categories of Data Processed
We process various types of data depending on how you use our site and engage with our services. This includes the following categories:
Usage Data
Includes information about how you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, referral URLs, click data, and session timestamps.
Account Data
Includes your name, postal address, email address, phone number, and other information provided during registration or account creation.
Profile Data
Includes purchase history, online behavior, preferences, feedback, interests, survey responses, and participation in promotional activities.
Communication Data
Includes all correspondences between you and us, such as customer support inquiries, chat logs, contact form submissions, and follow-up communication history.
Technical Data
Includes information collected from your device such as internet protocol (IP) address, device type, hardware identifiers, system settings, browser configurations, time zone settings, and operating system.
Transaction Data
Includes details about payments made to and from you, delivery and billing addresses, and other related transactional information.
Preference Data
Includes your marketing and communication preferences, such as opt-in or opt-out choices and areas of expressed interest for product or service updates.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We use the following lawful bases to process your personal data:
– Consent: Where you have explicitly agreed to the processing (e.g., marketing emails).
– Contract: Where processing is required to perform a contract with you or to take pre-contractual steps at your request.
– Legitimate Interest: Where it is necessary for our legitimate business interests and such interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
– Legal Obligation: Where we are required to comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA
We respect and uphold all rights granted under applicable privacy regulations. Depending on your jurisdiction, your rights may include:
Access
You have the right to request access to personal data we hold about you.
Rectification
You may request correction of your personal data if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
Erasure
You can request we delete your personal data where there is no lawful reason for its continued processing.
Restriction
You may request that we limit the use of your personal data under certain conditions.
Portability
Where technically feasible, you have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Objection
You have the right to object to processing carried out on the basis of legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Non-Discrimination (CCPA)
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Security Measures
We employ multiple layers of security to protect your data, including:
– End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest
– Secure access controls using role-based permissions
– Firewalls and malware protection
– Regular system audits and penetration tests
– Routine data backups
– Security-focused staff training and awareness programs
Despite our best efforts, no system can guarantee complete security. Therefore, we encourage you to take appropriate measures to protect your own data, including choosing strong passwords and safeguarding your login credentials.
7. International Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United States. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
– Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
– Data protection agreements compliant with the GDPR and CCPA
– Compliance assessments for local jurisdictions before transfer
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements:
– Usage Data: Up to 12 months
– Account Data: While the account remains active and up to 6 years after closure
– Profile and Communication Data: Up to 3 years from last interaction
– Technical and Transaction Data: Up to 7 years for regulatory compliance
– Preference Data: Until consent is withdrawn or preferences changed
Once the applicable retention period expires, your data is either securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookie Policy
johnmaplesmp.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. We use:
– Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security
– Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
– Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website interaction (e.g., Google Analytics)
– Performance Cookies: Monitor load times, uptime, and site usage patterns
10. Cookie Management and Compliance
Upon your first visit to johnmaplesmp.com, a cookie banner allows you to actively accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also manage your cookie preferences or revoke consent at any time through your browser settings or our Cookie Preference Center. We fully comply with GDPR in offering granular control over tracking and ensure CCPA opt-out mechanisms for California residents, including a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link when applicable.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for, nor knowingly directed to, children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such data. If you believe we may have collected data from a child, please contact us at [email protected].
12. Policy Updates and User Notifications
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes. Where significant changes are made, users will be notified through suitable channels, which may include website notices or direct communication where appropriate. Your continued use of johnmaplesmp.com indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.
13. Contact
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or if you would like to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://johnmaplesmp.com
We are committed to ensuring complete transparency and compliance under all applicable privacy frameworks. If you have concerns about how your data is being handled, you are encouraged to contact us, and in the event of unresolved concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.