Privacy – Handteq

This Privacy Policy explains how Handteq, Inc. (“Handteq,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you use Handteq.com, our mobile or web-based applications, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

1.1 Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you create an account, submit forms, report issues, or interact with the Services. This may include: name, email address, phone number, company, role, building affiliation, login credentials (securely stored), photos, notes, messages, work order or inspection data, or any other submitted content.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use the Services, we may automatically collect device information, operating system, browser type, IP address, log activity, crash reports, and diagnostic data. If you enable location services, we may collect approximate or precise location data for features such as inspection tagging.

1.3 Information From Third Parties
If your organization integrates Handteq with other systems, we may receive limited data from those systems for the purpose of providing the Services.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use collected data to:

Provide, operate, and maintain the Services
Authenticate users and secure accounts
Power workflows such as inspections, work orders, and reporting
Improve performance, reliability, and user experience
Respond to support inquiries and send service-related notices
Comply with legal requirements

We do not sell or rent personal data.

HOW WE SHARE INFORMATION
We may share information only in the following cases:

Service providers: hosting, analytics, support, storage
Your organization or building management: to fulfill workflow functionality
Legal or regulatory authorities: when required by law
With your consent: only when you authorize data sharing

We do not share information for advertising purposes.

DATA RETENTION
We retain information for as long as your organization maintains an active contract with Handteq, or as required for legal, security, or audit reasons. Your organization may request data deletion where permitted by law.
DATA SECURITY
We use industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS), encrypted storage for sensitive data, access logging, and role-based access controls. No system is completely secure, and use of the Services is at your own risk.
YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or withdrawal of consent. Requests may be sent to your administrator or Handteq.
CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
The Services are not intended for individuals under age 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
If you access the Services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other regions with different data protection laws.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version. Continued use of the Services after updates means you accept the revised policy.
CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or data practices, contact us at:

Handteq, Inc.
Email: privacy@handteq.com
Website: https://www.handteq.com