This Privacy Policy explains how Ekontrol LLC collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you engage with our services.

Ekontrol LLC is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining strong data protection practices. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any other way. We operate with transparency so you understand how your information is handled across every engagement.

1. Introduction

We collect information in several ways to provide and improve our services.

### Information you provide directly
- Contact information such as name, email, phone number, and company details when you reach out.
- Project details covering your requirements, technical specifications, and scope for potential work.
- Career applications including your resume, cover letter, and any materials you submit.

### Information collected automatically
- Website analytics such as pages visited, time on page, and navigation patterns.
- Technical data including IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system.
- Cookies and tracking technologies that capture preferences and usage patterns.

### Information from third parties
- Professional networks when we connect through platforms like LinkedIn.
- Business partners who share relevant details as part of existing collaborations.

2. Information We Collect

We use personal data for legitimate business purposes.

### Service delivery
- Project development to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
- Communication to answer inquiries, share updates, and coordinate work.
- Technical support and maintenance for solutions we provide.

### Business operations
- Account management and keeping records of our collaboration.
- Legal compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and processes.
- Business development to identify opportunities to create value together.

### Marketing and communications
- Industry updates and insights (sent only with your consent where required).
- Event invitations for webinars, workshops, and conferences.
- Newsletters with product or industry news when you opt in.

3. How We Use Your Information

We do not sell or rent personal data. We share it only in limited situations.

### Service providers
- Trusted vendors that host infrastructure, deliver analytics, communications, or similar services under confidentiality and security obligations.

### Legal requirements
- When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, clients, or the public.

### Business transfers
- If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, information may move to the new entity under the same protections.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We apply layered safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
- Encryption in transit and at rest where appropriate.
- Secure infrastructure, access controls, and limited access for authorized personnel only.
- Regular security reviews and updates to align with industry standards.
- Incident response practices aimed at detecting and addressing threats promptly.

5. Data Security

We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described and to meet legal requirements.
- Project records are retained for the duration of the engagement and a reasonable period afterward for support.
- Contact details and communications are stored while our business relationship is active and as required by law.
- When data is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it according to our retention policies.

6. Data Retention

Depending on your location, you may have rights under privacy laws such as GDPR.

### Your rights include
- Access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Rectification of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Erasure of personal information in certain circumstances.
- Portability of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection to certain types of processing.
- Restriction of processing in specific situations.

### Exercising your rights
- Contact us using the details in the Contact Information section.
- We may request verification to protect your data before processing a request.
- We respond within timelines required by applicable law.

7. Your Rights and Choices

We may process data in countries outside your residence when this is required to provide services and communication.
- When transferring data internationally, we use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or other lawful mechanisms.
- You can contact us if you have questions about how cross-border transfers are handled.

8. International Data Transfers

Our services are not intended for children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.
- If we learn that data from a child under 16 was provided, we will delete it promptly.
- Parents or guardians who believe their child has shared data with us should contact us immediately.

9. Children's Privacy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements.
- Material updates will be posted on this page with an updated Last updated date.
- For significant changes, we may also provide additional notice through the site or email.
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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