Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Open Compliance Project ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect through the Services and through your communications with us.

By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for an account, use our Services, or communicate with us. This may include:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, password, and other registration details
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide in your user profile
• Communications: Information you provide when you contact us, including the content of your messages
• User-Generated Content: Any content, comments, or materials you submit through the Services

Information Collected Automatically

When you access or use our Services, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers, and hardware model
• Usage Information: Pages viewed, features used, time and date of access, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring website addresses
• Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services you use to access our Services, such as authentication providers. This may include your name, email address, and profile information from those services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and Maintaining Services: To operate, maintain, and improve our Services, including authentication and account management
• Personalization: To customize your experience and provide content tailored to your interests
• Communications: To send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and administrative messages
• Analytics and Improvement: To understand how users interact with our Services and to improve functionality and user experience
• Security and Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraudulent activity, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and governmental requests
• Enforcement: To enforce our Terms of Use and other policies
• Research and Development: To develop new features, products, and services

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors, consultants, and service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, and customer support
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others
• Business Transfers: In connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit consent to share your information for a specific purpose
• Aggregated or De-Identified Information: We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our Services and your experience.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Services to function properly, including authentication and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Services by collecting anonymous usage data
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies, but this may prevent you from using certain features of our Services.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activities that occur under your account.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purposes for which we use it. For example, we may retain account information for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter for legal compliance and fraud prevention purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to our processing of your information in certain circumstances
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where we rely on consent as the legal basis for processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law. Please note that we may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country.

When we transfer your information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not owned or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Services and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of our Services after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• The right to correct inaccurate personal information
• The right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent laws, including:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to rectification of inaccurate data
• The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. Our legal basis for processing your information includes consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interests.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Open Compliance Project
Attention: Privacy Officer
Email: [Contact information to be provided]

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable law.