Privacy Policy for Simply Handy

At Simply Handy, we’re committed to protecting your privacy with the same care we put into fixing your home. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you use our website and services. It also outlines your rights and how the law keeps your data safe. By using our services, you agree to the practices described here.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized first letters (e.g., “Service” or “Personal Data”) have specific meanings defined below. These meanings apply whether the terms are singular or plural.

Definitions

Here’s what key terms mean in this policy:

• Account: A unique profile you create to access our services.
• Affiliate: An entity that owns, is owned by, or shares common ownership with Simply Handy, where “ownership” means 50% or more of voting shares or control.
• Company: Simply Handy, referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our.”
• Cookies: Small files stored on your device to track browsing activity and enhance your experience.
• Country: Texas, United States.
• Device: Any tool you use to access our services, like a computer, phone, or tablet.
• Personal Data: Information that can identify you, such as your name or email.
• Service: Our website and related offerings.
• Service Provider: Third parties we hire to process data, provide services, or analyze usage.
• Usage Data: Automatically collected data, like your IP address or page visit duration.
• Website: Simply Handy’s site, accessible at https://www.simplyhandytx.com.
• You: The person or entity using our services.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

When you use our services, we may collect identifiable information to contact or recognize you, including:

• Email address
• First and last name
• Phone number
• Address, state, ZIP code, and city
• Usage Data

Usage Data

We automatically collect data when you use our services, such as:

• Your device’s IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages you visit, visit times, and duration
• Unique device identifiers and diagnostic data

For mobile access, we may collect additional details like your device type, mobile ID, operating system, and browser.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar tools (e.g., beacons, tags, scripts) to track activity and improve our services. These include:

• Cookies: Small files on your device. You can refuse cookies via browser settings, but this may limit functionality.
• Web Beacons: Tiny files in our emails or pages that track visits or email opens.

Cookies are either Session (deleted when you close your browser) or Persistent (stay on your device until removed). We use:

• Necessary Cookies (Session): Enable core features and prevent fraud.
• Notice Acceptance Cookies (Persistent): Record your cookie consent.
• Functionality Cookies (Persistent): Remember your preferences, like login details.

Learn more about cookies in our Cookies Policy.

Use of Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain our services, including monitoring usage.
• Manage your account and access to features.
• Fulfill contracts, such as service or purchase agreements.
• Contact you via email, phone, SMS, or app notifications about updates or services.
• Send news, offers, or event info (unless you opt out).
• Handle your requests or inquiries.
• Evaluate business transfers, like mergers or asset sales.
• Analyze data, track trends, and improve our services, marketing, and user experience.

We may share your data:

• With Service Providers to analyze usage or contact you.
• During business transfers (e.g., mergers or acquisitions).
• With Affiliates, who follow this policy.
• With business partners for promotions or services.
• In public areas if you share info openly.
• With your consent for other purposes.

Retention of Your Personal Data

We keep your Personal Data only as long as needed for the purposes in this policy or to meet legal obligations (e.g., tax or dispute resolution). Usage Data is retained briefly for analysis, unless needed for security, functionality, or legal reasons.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your data is processed at our Texas offices or where our partners operate, which may be outside your jurisdiction. By submitting data, you consent to these transfers. We ensure secure handling and compliance with this policy for all transfers.

Deleting Your Personal Data

You can delete your data by:

• Logging into your account and updating settings.
• Contacting us at support@simplyhandytx.com to request access, correction, or deletion.

We may retain some data if legally required or for lawful purposes.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions

If Simply Handy is part of a merger or sale, your data may be transferred. We’ll notify you before this happens and if a new privacy policy applies.

Law Enforcement

We may disclose your data if required by law or valid requests from authorities (e.g., courts).

Other Legal Requirements

We may share data to:

• Comply with legal duties.
• Protect our rights or property.
• Investigate wrongdoing.
• Ensure user or public safety.
• Avoid legal liability.

Security of Your Personal Data

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, but no online transmission or storage is 100% secure. We strive to keep your information safe but cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not for children under 13. We don’t knowingly collect their data. If a child under 13 provides data, parents or guardians should contact us at support@simplyhandytx.com. We’ll remove such data promptly. For jurisdictions requiring parental consent, we’ll seek it before processing a child’s data.

Links to Other Websites

Our site may link to third-party websites. We’re not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here, and we’ll notify you via email or a website notice before they take effect. Check this page regularly for updates.

Contact Us

Questions? Reach out at:

• Email: support@simplyhandytx.com