DeSoto & State's Commitment to Your Privacy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
DeSoto & State Communications, Inc. ("DeSoto & State," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit our website. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
- Personal Information – Information that identifies you as an individual, such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. You provide this information voluntarily when requesting information, subscribing to communications, or engaging with us.
- Non-Personal Information – Data that does not identify you directly, such as website usage statistics, browser type, device type, and IP address. We collect this information through cookies and tracking technologies to improve our website and services.
You may browse most of our website without providing personal information. However, some features require basic details to fulfill your requests.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
- Improve our website, content, and user experience.
- Analyze trends and user behavior.
- Communicate relevant updates, promotions, and news, if you opt in.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law or as outlined in this policy.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to:
- Enhance website functionality and user experience.
- Analyze website traffic and improve performance.
- Customize content based on user preferences.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit certain website features.
How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure. We encourage users to exercise caution when sharing personal information online.
Your Choices and Rights
You can:
- Opt out of marketing communications by emailing info@desotostate.com with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.
- Update or request deletion of your personal information by contacting us. Some data may be retained for compliance purposes.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Contests, Surveys, and Interactive Areas
- Contests & Sweepstakes: If you enter a contest or sweepstakes, we may use your information to contact you, fulfill prizes, or share winner details as permitted by law.
- Surveys & Polls: Participation in surveys or voting is voluntary.
- Public Areas: If you post in interactive areas (e.g., blogs or forums), your information may be publicly visible. Use caution when sharing personal details.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of external sites before sharing personal information.
International Users
Our website is hosted in the United States. If you access our website from outside the U.S., you consent to the transfer of your data to the U.S. for processing under this policy.
Legal Disclosures
We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or in good faith to:
- Protect our rights, users, employees, or the public.
- Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
- Enforce our website policies.
In the event of a business merger, sale, or acquisition, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as laws and best practices evolve. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.