Privacy Policy - Badger Technologies

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Contact information (name, email, phone number)
Organization details and business information
Technical requirements and system details
Assessment requests and project specifications

Information We Collect Automatically

Website usage analytics (Google Analytics)
IP addresses and browser information
System performance data during assessments
Security logs and monitoring data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Provide managed IT services and technical support
Conduct cybersecurity assessments and audits
Implement cloud services and vendor management
Provide network management and data management services
Deliver IT consulting and hardware procurement services
Communicate about services and projects
Improve our services and website functionality
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Send relevant service updates and security alerts

3. HIPAA Compliance

For clients in regulated industries, we maintain appropriate compliance standards:

All staff sign Business Associate Agreements (BAAs)
Protected Health Information (PHI) is encrypted at rest and in transit
Access controls and audit logs are maintained
Regular security training and risk assessments
Breach notification procedures are in place

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information except:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal requirements or court orders
With trusted service providers under strict confidentiality agreements
To protect our rights, property, or safety
In connection with business transfers (with notice)

5. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures:

Industry-standard encryption (AES-256)
Multi-factor authentication for all systems
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Secure data centers with physical access controls
Employee background checks and security training
Incident response and data breach procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain information for the following periods:

Contact information: 3 years after last contact
Project documentation: 7 years for compliance
Security logs: 2 years minimum
Financial records: 7 years per tax requirements
Assessment reports: 5 years or as agreed

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information we hold
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
Opt-out of marketing communications
Request data portability for your information
File complaints with regulatory authorities

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses:

Essential cookies for website functionality
Analytics cookies to improve user experience
Performance cookies to monitor website speed

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

9. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Google Analytics: Website usage analytics
Cloudflare Pages: Website hosting and security
Microsoft Azure: Cloud infrastructure and security
Email Services: Business communication

Each service has its own privacy policy governing their data practices.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States and other countries where we or our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:

Badger Technologies - Privacy Officer
Email: benjamin@badgertechnologies.us
Phone: +1 (815) 367-6989
Website: badgertechnologies.us
Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry"