Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

K3-Innovations, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us"), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of New Jersey, is committed to safeguarding and upholding the privacy and data protection rights of our clients, employees, business partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the principles, practices, and procedures by which we collect, process, use, disclose, and protect personal data, in strict adherence to all applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to:

• The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679)
• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Relevant national and international privacy regulations as applicable to our operations

By accessing or using our website, interacting with us, or engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy, except where consent is not required under applicable law. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, you must refrain from using our website or services.

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy establishes the principles governing the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal data by K3-Innovations, Inc. It applies to all personal data processed by us in connection with our business operations, whether collected directly or indirectly, and includes:

• Website Visitors: Individuals who visit or interact with our website, including through cookies, web forms, and other online tracking technologies
• Communication Initiators: Individuals who contact us through any communication channel, including but not limited to email, telephone, physical correspondence, or online forms
• Service Users: Clients, prospective clients, business partners, and other individuals who engage with or inquire about our products and services
• Job Applicants: Individuals who submit personal data for recruitment purposes, including resumes, cover letters, or related information, via our website, email, or recruitment partners

3. Data Controller Information

K3-Innovations, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us"), a corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of New Jersey, acts as the data controller for the personal data collected, processed, and used under the scope of this Privacy Policy. As the data controller, we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

4. Data Categories

K3-Innovations, Inc. is committed to ensuring transparency in the collection and processing of your data. We collect and process both personal data and non-personal data as defined below, in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

5. How We Collect Your Data

6. Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data only for lawful and specific purposes, in full compliance with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR:

7. Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties under any circumstances. However, there are limited scenarios in which we may share your data with third parties, always in compliance with applicable laws and subject to robust safeguards:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who perform essential business functions
• Business Transfers: In the event of corporate transactions such as mergers or acquisitions
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, including regulatory requests and law enforcement
• Business Partners: For collaborative services or joint marketing efforts (with your consent)

8. International Data Transfers

K3-Innovations, Inc. operates on a global scale, which may involve transferring your personal data to countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA), including the United States. Such transfers are conducted in strict compliance with GDPR and include appropriate safeguards such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
• Encryption and anonymization during transfer

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods include:

• Contractual Data: Duration of engagement plus additional period for legal/financial requirements
• Marketing Data: Until you withdraw consent or opt out
• Recruitment Data: Up to 12 months from collection date
• Compliance Data: As long as legally required (e.g., 7 years for financial records)
• Technical Data: Typically not exceeding 12 months unless anonymized

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal exceptions
• Right to Restriction: Request restriction of processing in specific circumstances
• Right to Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to data processing for specific purposes, including marketing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time, where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

11. Data Security

We prioritize the security and confidentiality of your personal data. Our multi-layered security framework includes:

• Encryption: Advanced encryption standards (AES-256) for data at rest and TLS for data in transit
• Access Controls: Role-based access control (RBAC) and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
• Network Security: Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPNs
• Regular Testing: Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
• Incident Response: Comprehensive incident response plans and breach notification procedures

12. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics to improve site functionality. You can manage cookies through your browser settings or by using the cookie preference banner on our website. For details, refer to our Cookie Policy.

13. Complaints and Dispute Resolution

We are committed to addressing your concerns regarding the processing of your personal data. If you believe we have not adequately addressed your data protection concerns:

• Contact us directly using the information provided in Section 3
• For EEA residents: Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority
• For U.S. residents: File complaints under applicable state or federal privacy laws

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data processing practices, evolving legal requirements, or technological advancements. Material changes will be communicated directly to you via email notification.

15. Contact Information