Last Updated: 01 January 2026
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Hauppauge Locksmith ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects the personal information you provide when you use our services, website, or contact us. Hauppauge Locksmith is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data.
By using our services or accessing our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Hauppauge Locksmith collects various types of information to provide and improve our locksmith services to you.
a. Personal Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you request services, fill out a contact form, or communicate with us, you may provide us with personally identifiable information, including: * Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and physical address (e.g., for service dispatch to 527 Townline Rd, Hauppauge, NY 11788, or your specific service location). * Service Details: Information regarding the specific locksmith service you require, such as type of lock, vehicle make/model, or security concerns. * Payment Information: When you make a payment for our services, we collect payment details such as credit card numbers or bank account information. Please note that we typically use secure third-party payment processors, and we do not store full credit card numbers on our own servers. * Communication Records: If you contact Hauppauge Locksmith via phone, email, or our website, we may keep records of that correspondence.b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies: * Usage Data: This includes your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website addresses. * Location Data: If you enable location services on your device, we may collect general location data to help us identify the closest Hauppauge Locksmith technician or provide localized services.2. How We Use Your Information
Hauppauge Locksmith uses the collected information for various purposes, primarily to provide efficient and reliable locksmith services:
* To Provide Services: To schedule appointments, dispatch technicians to your location (e.g., within Hauppauge, NY), perform requested locksmith services, and process payments. * To Communicate With You: To respond to your inquiries, confirm service appointments, provide updates on technician arrival, send invoices, and address any concerns you may have regarding Hauppauge Locksmith services. * For Billing and Payment Processing: To process payments for services rendered and manage our financial records. * To Improve Our Services: To understand how our website and services are used, gather feedback, and enhance the quality and efficiency of Hauppauge Locksmith operations. * For Security and Fraud Prevention: To verify your identity, protect against fraudulent or unauthorized transactions, and ensure the safety of our technicians and customers. * For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.
3. Data Protection and Security
Hauppauge Locksmith takes reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We employ industry-standard security practices, including:
* Secure Servers: Our website and data storage facilities use secure servers. * Encryption: Sensitive information, such as payment details, is encrypted using SSL/TLS technology during transmission. * Access Control: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized Hauppauge Locksmith personnel who need the information to perform their job duties. * Third-Party Security: We choose third-party service providers that also prioritize data security and comply with relevant privacy standards.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
4. Third-Party Services
Hauppauge Locksmith may utilize third-party services to support our operations:
* Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. This helps us understand website traffic and improve user experience. Google Analytics collects data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited, but it does not directly identify you. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy. * Payment Processors: When you make a payment, your transaction is processed by secure third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, Square, PayPal). Hauppauge Locksmith does not store your full credit card details on our servers. These processors handle your payment information in accordance with their own privacy policies and industry security standards (e.g., PCI DSS compliance). * Service Management Platforms: We may use third-party software for scheduling, dispatching, and managing customer relations, which may store customer contact and service details. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and security protocols.
We do not share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses "cookies" and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect information about your browsing activities.
* What are Cookies? Cookies are small data files placed on your device by a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, like your preferences or what's in your shopping cart. * How We Use Cookies: * Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function correctly (e.g., for security, form submissions). * Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. * Your Choices: You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. You can also opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting Google's opt-out page.
6. Your Privacy Rights (US State Laws)
Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable state privacy laws. Hauppauge Locksmith respects these rights and is committed to assisting you in exercising them.
You may have the right to:
* Right to Know: Request to know what personal information Hauppauge Locksmith has collected about you, including the categories of sources, the business purpose for collecting it, and the categories of third parties with whom it's shared. * Right to Delete: Request the deletion of personal information that Hauppauge Locksmith has collected from you, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., to complete a transaction, comply with legal obligations). * Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing: While Hauppauge Locksmith does not "sell" your personal information in the traditional sense, or generally share it for cross-context behavioral advertising, you have the right to opt-out if such activities were to occur. * Right to Correct/Rectify: Request the correction of inaccurate personal information we hold about you. * Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising any of your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact Hauppauge Locksmith using the contact information provided in Section 13 of this policy. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
7. Data Retention
Hauppauge Locksmith retains your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purpose of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
The retention period for different types of data may vary based on: * The nature of the service provided. * Legal and regulatory obligations (e.g., tax records, transaction data). * The need to resolve disputes or enforce agreements.
When your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with our data retention policies.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. Hauppauge Locksmith does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.
9. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. Hauppauge Locksmith has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Hauppauge Locksmith may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your privacy rights, or our data practices, please contact Hauppauge Locksmith:
Business Name: Hauppauge Locksmith Email: info@locksmithhauppauge.com Address: 527 Townline Rd, Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA
