Purpose of our policy
This Privacy Policy follows the standards of U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
This Privacy Policy follows the standards of U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
This Privacy Policy deals with how we handle personal information, which is information that can be used to identify an individual (Personal Information).
This Privacy Policy deals with how we handle personal information, which is information that can be used to identify an individual (Personal Information).
Bloom ARS Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") has adopted this Privacy Policy to ensure that we have standards in place to protect the Personal Information that we collect, which is necessary for running our business and providing services.
Bloom ARS Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") has adopted this Privacy Policy to ensure that we have standards in place to protect the Personal Information that we collect, which is necessary for running our business and providing services.
The Privacy Policy does not apply to information we collect about companies or other entities; however, it does apply to information about individuals in those organizations.
The Privacy Policy does not apply to information we collect about companies or other entities; however, it does apply to information about individuals in those organizations.
We collect Personal Information:
We collect Personal Information:
Provided to us by users of our sites and applications (Users) at www.Bloom-ARS.com (and its subdomains) (Sites).
About individuals associated with the information technology services that we provide (Services).
By publishing this Privacy Policy, we aim to make it easy for individuals to understand what Personal Information we collect and store, why we do so, how we receive and/or obtain that information, and the rights that individuals have with respect to their Personal Information in our possession.
By publishing this Privacy Policy, we aim to make it easy for individuals to understand what Personal Information we collect and store, why we do so, how we receive and/or obtain that information, and the rights that individuals have with respect to their Personal Information in our possession.
If, at any time, Users or individuals provide Personal Information or other information about someone other than the User or individual, that User or individual warrants that it has the person’s consent to provide or disclose such information.
If, at any time, Users or individuals provide Personal Information or other information about someone other than the User or individual, that User or individual warrants that it has the person’s consent to provide or disclose such information.
The information we collect
In the course of providing the Sites and Services, it is necessary for us to collect Personal Information. If we are collecting the information, we will always let Users know when Personal Information is being collected. The Personal Information that we collect allows us to identify who individuals are for the purposes of our business, contact individuals in the ordinary course of business, and, if relevant, transact with individuals. Without limitation, the type of information we may collect about individuals includes:
Identity information: Personal details including but not limited to an individual’s name, location, date of birth, nationality, details of licenses & registrations, associations, family details, passwords, employment details, and other information that allows us to identify who individuals are.
Contact information: Information including but not limited to an individual’s email address, telephone & fax number, residential, business and postal address, and other information that allows us to contact individuals.
Statistical information: Information about an individual’s online and offline preferences, habits, movements, trends, decisions, associations, memberships, finances, purchases, and other information for statistical purposes.
Information sent to us by Users and Individuals: Any personal information or correspondence that individuals send us or that is sent to us by Users about individuals.
We may also collect non-personal information about individuals such as information regarding the use of mobile devices, computers, operating systems, networks, and browsers, including IP addresses.
How user information is collected
Personal Information is collected as a result of our dealings with individuals, Users using our Site and Services, and from sources such as advertising, public records, mailing lists, contractors, staff, recruitment agencies, and our business associates. Personal Information may be collected in the following ways:
Providing details to one of our Users: When an individual provides information to one of our Users, which we store on our Users’ behalf owing to the use of our Sites.
Registrations / Subscriptions: When an individual registers or subscribes for a service, list, account, membership, or connection provided by us, whereby that individual enters their details in order to enjoy the Services or Site, or to receive or access something, including a transaction.
Contact: When an individual contacts us in any way.
Access: When a User accesses the Sites or Services, we may require the User to provide details to permit access. When Users access the Services through the Internet, we may collect information using cookies or analytical services.
Our Sites: We collect data when Users visit parts of our Sites. Your visit may automatically provide us with data about your computer, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, domain name, access times, and referring website addresses.
Use and disclosure of personal information
We will not use the Personal Information that we hold for purposes other than those for which it was collected, unless we have the relevant individual’s permission. The purpose of collection is determined by the circumstances in which the Personal Information was collected. We may use personal information with partner organizations to build a more robust platform.
We will retain the Personal Information of individuals for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Personal Information is used to enable us to operate our Sites and provide our Services. This may include:
Providing the Sites to Users.
The provision of Services to individuals.
Verifying an individual’s identity.
Communicating with individuals.
It is necessary, and by using the Services, Users consent, for us to disclose their Personal Information to third parties in a manner compliant with applicable privacy laws in the course of our business. We will not sell the Personal Information of individuals to unrelated third parties under any circumstances.
Opting in or out
Individuals may opt to not have us collect Personal Information. This may prevent us from offering our Sites and Services and may terminate the individual’s access to some or all of the Sites or Services provided by us. Individuals will be aware of this when:
Opt-In: Where relevant, individuals will have the right to choose to have information collected and/or receive information from us.
Opt-Out: Where relevant, individuals will have the right, at no cost, either upfront or at any time after they have provided Personal Information, to choose to exclude themselves from some or all collection of information and/or receiving information from us. Individuals can do so by sending us a written request either by email to contact@bloom-ars.com or via the details in the ‘Contacting Us’ section of this Privacy Policy.
Security of personal information
We and our employees, contractors, and other authorized representatives will take all reasonable precautions to protect Personal Information from unauthorized access. This includes appropriately securing our physical facilities and electronic networks.
By using any of the Sites, Users acknowledge that the security of online transactions and communications sent by electronic means or by post cannot be guaranteed. Users provide information, including Personal Information, to us via the Site at their own risk. We cannot accept responsibility for misuse or loss of, or unauthorized access to, Personal Information where the security of information is not within our control.
By using any aspect of the Sites or Services, individuals acknowledge that we are not responsible for the privacy or security practices of any third party. The collection and use of Personal Information by such third parties may be subject to separate privacy and security policies.
If individuals suspect any misuse or loss of, or unauthorized access to, their Personal Information, individuals are obligated to let us know immediately.
Where Personal Information we hold is no longer necessary, we delete the information or permanently de-identify it.
How to access and/or update information
Individuals have the right to request from us the Personal Information that we have about them, and we have an obligation to provide individuals with such information within 28 days of receiving a written request. Individuals may review and update Personal Information provided to us by contacting us via the details in the ‘Contacting Us’ section of this Privacy Policy.
We may charge individuals a reasonable fee for our costs incurred in meeting any requests to disclose Personal Information that we hold about those individuals.
Transfer of personal information outside the United States
Personal Information may be stored, processed, and accessed in the United States. By contracting with us for Services or the use of our Sites, individuals consent to the transfer of Personal Information outside their jurisdiction. We take all reasonable steps to ensure that the Personal Information that has been transferred will not be held, used, or disclosed by the recipient of the information inconsistently with applicable privacy laws.
Complaints and disputes
Users should address all correspondence regarding privacy and Personal Information to the “Privacy Officer”.
Individuals must contact the Privacy Officer by email in the first instance. The email address for the Privacy Officer is: contact@bloom-ars.com
The Privacy Officer's mail address is:
650 California Street FL7
San Francisco, CA 94108
Additions to this policy
We may amend this Privacy Policy at our sole discretion. By continuing to access our Services or Sites after an amendment to the Privacy Policy, individuals agree to be bound by the Privacy Policy as amended.