Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Select EV Charging Stations

Introduction

Welcome to https://select-ev-charging-stations.vin-verifier.com (hereafter referred to as “Select EV Charging Stations,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you interact with our website, applications, services, and products.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, products, or services accessed through links or integrations on our platform. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy governs your interactions with us when:

  1. You create an account and use our applications and services as an authorized user.
  2. You visit our websites linked to this policy.
  3. You subscribe to receive communications from us, including newsletters, promotional emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various types of personal data to enhance your experience with our services and comply with legal requirements. The categories of data we collect include:

  1. Account Information: Details related to your user account, such as username, email address, and password hashes.
  2. Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history for processing transactions.
  3. Financial Information: Bank account details and financial records for accounting purposes and fraud prevention.
  4. Purchase Information: Items you buy from us, purchase dates, and quantities.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network information to identify your device and provide personalized services.
  6. Location Data: Your geographical location data, which we may collect for service optimization or targeted marketing (with your consent).
  7. Feedback: Comments, reviews, and ratings you submit to us regarding our products and services.
  8. Social Media Information: If you choose to connect your social media accounts with us, we may access your public profile information from these platforms.
  9. Product Information: Data about the products you view or purchase on our platform, including product preferences and browsing history.

We gather this data through multiple channels: user input forms, account creation processes, order forms, surveys, interactions with our customer support team, and automated technologies (such as cookies and device fingerprinting). Additionally, third-party service providers may share personal data with us for specific purposes, adhering to their respective privacy policies.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform and gain insights into user behavior. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve various functions:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These ensure the basic functionality of our website, such as allowing you to log in or navigate between pages.
  2. Preferences: Cookies here remember your preferences, such as language selection and display settings.
  3. Analytics: We use analytics cookies to gather information about your interaction with our site, helping us improve its performance and content.

Users can control non-essential (tracking) cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your cookie preferences.

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law. Upon no longer needing the data, we will delete or anonymize it in a secure manner. Our retention periods vary based on legal obligations and business requirements, including:

  • Account information: Retained until your account is closed or inactive for an extended period.
  • Purchase history: Typically kept for 7 years post-purchase for financial record-keeping.
  • Contractual or legal obligations: Some data may need to be retained to comply with tax regulations or other legal requirements.

Data Security

We prioritize the security of your personal data and implement robust measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our security practices include:

  • Encryption: We use encryption for data in transit and at rest to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict data security standards to process transactions and other sensitive operations.
  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data, and they are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children under the age of 18. If we learn that we’ve collected such information, we will take steps to delete it. Parents or legal guardians who believe their child’s personal information has been collected can contact us at the address provided in the ‘Contact Us’ section below.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: The right to ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): The right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
  • Restriction: The right to restrict the processing of your data in specific situations.
  • Portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transfer it to another controller.
  • Objection: The right to object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discrimination when exercising any of your data protection rights.
  • Filing Appeals/Complaints: You can file complaints with your local data protection authority or contact us directly for resolving issues related to your data.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be prominently displayed on our website, and we will notify you via email (if applicable) before these changes take effect. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information.

Contact Us

For any questions related to privacy, data security, or exercising your rights, please contact us at:

We value your trust in providing us with your personal data, and we strive to ensure a transparent and secure experience on our platform.