Privacy Policy for Watchdog Merchant Services
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Watchdog Merchant Services (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://watchdogmerchantservices.com (the “Site”) or use our services.By accessing or using our Site or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or device (“Personal Information”). The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, business name, and mailing address when you fill out forms or contact us.
- Commercial Information: Details about your business, merchant account, or services you inquire about or purchase from us.
- Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity: IP address, browser type, device information, referring/exit pages, and usage data collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies.
- Professional or Employment Information: If you apply for a partnership or employment, we may collect your resume, work history, and other relevant details.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our services.
- To process your inquiries, applications, and transactions.
- To communicate with you, including responding to your requests and sending updates or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time).
- To improve our website, services, and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you (such as payment processors, hosting providers, and customer support).
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Watchdog Merchant Services, our users, or others.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
- With Your Consent: We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store certain information about your interactions with our Site. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our [Cookie Policy] (if applicable).
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following 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.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications from us.
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@merchantconnectmarketing.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to people under the age of 21, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of our Site or services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Watchdog Merchant Services
Email: info@watchdogmerchantservices.com
Phone: 833-928-2434