Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to Minnesota Equipment’s Privacy Policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, www.MinnesotaEquipment.com. We are committed to maintaining your trust and protecting your privacy. We do not sell your personal data. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you interact with our website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Account Information: Username, password, and other registration details.
- Transaction Information: Purchase history, payment details, and billing information.
- Communication Information: Messages, inquiries, and other communications you send to us.
Cookies and Tracking Pixels
Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device by your web browser. We use cookies to:
- Enhance Website Functionality: Remember your preferences and login information.
- Analyze Usage: Collect data on how you use our website to improve its performance.
- Personalize Content: Tailor our website content and advertisements to your interests.
Tracking Pixels
Tracking pixels, also known as web beacons or clear GIFs, are small, transparent image files or snippets of code embedded in our website or emails. They allow us to:
- Track User Behavior: Monitor how you interact with our website and emails.
- Measure Campaign Effectiveness: Assess the performance of our marketing campaigns.
- Gather Data: Collect information such as IP address, browser type, and pages viewed.
Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, your general location, and device identifiers.
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, clicks, and other interactions.
- Referring URLs: The website that referred you to our site.
Opt-Out Option:
You have the right to opt-out of tracking pixels. By opting out, you may still use our website, but some features or services may not function properly.
How to Opt-Out:
- Cookie Settings: You can manage your preferences and opt-out of tracking pixels by adjusting your cookie settings. Click here to access your cookie preferences.
- Browser Settings: You can change your browser settings to block or alert you about tracking pixels..
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of tracking pixels, please contact us at JDMail@mnequip.com or 763-428-4107.
By using our website, you consent to the use of tracking pixels as described in this notice, unless you choose to opt-out.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing Services: To deliver products and services you request.
- Improving Our Website: To enhance the functionality and user experience of our website.
- Personalizing Content: To deliver targeted advertisements and measure their effectiveness.
- Communicating with You: To respond to your inquiries and send you updates.
- Analyzing Data: To understand how our website is used and improve our marketing efforts.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
3. Sharing Information with Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These third parties include:
- Service Providers: Companies that provide hosting, payment processing, analytics, and marketing services.
- Business Partners: Trusted partners who offer products or services that complement ours.
- Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
These third parties are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we share it with them.
4. Publicly Submitted Information
Any information you submit publicly on our website, such as comments or reviews, may be viewed by other visitors. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other users or third-party services you interact with through our website. Please be cautious when sharing personal information publicly.
5. Interest-Based Advertising
We participate in interest-based advertising, which means we may use your information to display targeted advertisements based on your interests. This includes:
- Behavioral Targeting: Using data from cookies and tracking pixels to show relevant ads.
- Ad Networks: Partnering with third-party ad networks to deliver targeted ads.
You can opt-out of interest-based advertising by adjusting your cookie settings or using browser extensions that block tracking technologies.
6. Third Party Links and Data
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. Additionally, we may receive data from third parties to enhance our services, such as demographic information and interest data.
7. Privacy of Children Under the Age of 13
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under 13, we will delete such information from our records. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.
8. Security of Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Data Encryption: Encrypting data during transmission and storage.
- Access Controls: Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel.
- Security Protocols: Using secure protocols for data transmission.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. This includes:
- Transaction Records: Retaining purchase history and payment details for legal and accounting purposes.
- User Accounts: Keeping account information for as long as your account is active.
- Marketing Data: Retaining data for marketing purposes until you opt-out or withdraw consent.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices. Any changes to this policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. Access to Personal Information
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. If you would like to exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Minnesota Equipment
13725 Main Street, Rogers, MN 55374
Phone: 763-428-4107
Email: JDMail@mnequip.com
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our website.