// Privacy Policy

Introduction

ANT Consulting ("we," "our," or "us") is 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, use our services, or interact with us.

By using our website or services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the data practices described in this Privacy Policy, you should not use our website or services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• • Contact us through our website or email
• • Request information about our services
• • Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• • Engage our consulting services
• • Participate in surveys or feedback requests

This information may include:

• • Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
• • Company name and job title
• • Project details and business requirements
• • Communication preferences
• • Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

• • IP address and location data
• • Browser type and version
• • Operating system
• • Pages visited and time spent on our website
• • Referring website or source
• • Device information and screen resolution

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our consulting services
• • Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send updates, and provide customer support
• • Business Operations: To process transactions, manage contracts, and fulfill agreements
• • Marketing: To send newsletters, promotional materials, and other information you may find valuable (with your consent)
• • Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience
• • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• • Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal 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 business, or providing services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services)
• • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred as part of the transaction
• • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or comply with legal processes
• • Protection of Rights: To enforce our terms, protect our property, or ensure the safety of our employees, clients, or others
• • With Your Consent: With your explicit permission to share information for specific purposes

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• • Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS/TLS
• • Secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates
• • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• • Regular security assessments and monitoring
• • Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and collect usage data. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

General Rights

• • 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 legal obligations
• • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• • Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
• • Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent was the legal basis

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• • Right to delete personal information held by businesses
• • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights

European Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) including those listed above, plus:

• • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• • Right to withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@ant312.com.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining retention periods, we consider factors such as legal obligations, ongoing business relationships, and legitimate business purposes. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

International Data Transfers

Our operations are based in the United States. If you are accessing our website or services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers and databases are located. By using our website or services, you consent to this transfer. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information receives adequate protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove such information from our systems.

Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our website and services.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• • Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• • Sending an email notification if you have provided us with your email address
• • Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our website or services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.