PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") applies to hercelium.com and Hercelium, LLC ("Company") and governs data collection and usage. For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, unless otherwise noted, all references to the Company include hercelium.com. The Company's website is a professional development, thought leadership content, and e-commerce site. By using the Company website, you consent to the data practices described in this statement.

Collection of Your Personal Information

In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), the Company will collect only personal data that is necessary for the intended purpose. This information may include:

• First and last name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Job title
• Professional interests and preferences

If you purchase products or services, we will also collect billing and credit card information to complete the transaction.

The Company may also collect anonymous demographic information, such as:

• Gender
• Geographic region
• Education
• Career/industry demographics

You will only provide personal information voluntarily, but certain products or services may require you to submit data. This includes activities such as registering for an account, entering contests, subscribing to offers, or making payments.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, CCPA, and Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), you have several rights concerning your personal data:

1. Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
2. Right to Rectification: You can request correction of any inaccurate personal data.
3. Right to Deletion (Right to Be Forgotten): You may request the deletion of your data under certain circumstances (subject to exceptions listed below).
4. Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
5. Right to Object/Restriction of Processing: You may object to or request the limitation of the processing of your data for certain purposes.
6. Right to Opt-Out (Colorado Residents): If you are a resident of Colorado, you have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal data, targeted advertising, and profiling. However, Hercelium does not sell personal data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@hercelium.com. We will respond to requests as required by applicable law.

Use of Your Personal Information

Your data will be used:

• To provide requested services or information
• For account-related notifications
• To enforce rights under contracts or transactions
• For aggregated data about Hercelium members or participants
• For marketing communications (with your consent)
• For any other purpose for which you provide consent

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR)

We will process your personal data based on:

• Your consent (e.g., signing up for our services)
• The necessity to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., for purchases)
• Compliance with legal obligations (e.g., tax laws)
• Legitimate interests, where our need to process your data does not override your privacy rights (e.g., marketing communications)

Sharing Information with Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist in delivering services (e.g., analytics providers, payment processors). These third parties are obligated to keep your data confidential and to use it only for the specified purpose.

In compliance with CCPA, California residents have the right to:

• Request information on the categories of personal data collected, sources of that data, and how it is used or shared.
• Opt out of the sale of their personal information (we do not sell personal data).
• Know their data has not been sold in the past 12 months.

Cookies and Tracking

The Company may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are used to personalize content, save preferences, and collect analytics. These cookies are categorized as:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality.
• Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data on how the website is used.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver more relevant advertising and track user interactions across sites.

Cookie Consent:

• If you are a visitor from the European Union or Colorado, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner, allowing you to accept or reject the use of non-essential cookies.
• You may manage your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings or our cookie management page.

You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies. If you choose to decline cookies, you may not be able to fully experience the interactive features of the Company's services.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the services you have requested, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Your data is stored securely on servers provided by third-party vendors.

Data Transfers (GDPR)

If you are located outside the United States, your data will be transferred to the U.S. By using our services and providing personal data, you consent to this transfer, which is protected by safeguards such as data processing agreements.

Right to Deletion (CCPA & GDPR)

Under GDPR and California law, you may request that we delete your personal information, subject to the following exceptions:

• Fulfilling transactions or contracts
• Security or fraud protection
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Public interest or scientific research
• Internal use aligned with your expectations

Children Under Thirteen

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that personal information has been provided by a child under the age of 13 without verified parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible.

Email Communications 

The Company may contact you via email to provide announcements, promotional offers, alerts, confirmations, surveys, and other communications. If you wish to stop receiving such emails, you can opt out by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.

External Data Storage Sites

We may store your data on servers provided by third-party hosting vendors with whom we have contracted. These third parties are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and security measures.

Changes to This Statement

We may modify this Policy to reflect changes in law or services. Significant updates will be communicated through email or by placing a prominent notice on our site.

Contact Information

Hercelium, LLC
PO Box 630523,
Littleton, CO 80163-0523
Email: info@hercelium.com
Effective as of April 18, 2024.