This policy is valid from 15 October 2011. Last updated 13 January 2017.

Protecting your privacy is just as important to us at Phacient as it is to you. Information collected via this website is intended strictly for internal use and will not be sold, rented, or released in any manner to any individual, group, corporation or agency. The data we gather is used solely to help us provide you with the information you need.

Our policy is to respect and protect the privacy of visitors to our web site. The purpose of this privacy policy is to provide you with a description of the type of information we collect and how we use that information.

We do not Collect Individually Identifiable Data on Users

We do not collect personally identifiable information on our web site unless you choose to give it to us via an email message or contact form. Even when you choose to give us information, we keep it confidential. When guests visit the Phacient.com web site, we collect some basic information that does not identify individual users. This includes the amount of traffic visiting the site, which pages are visited and for how long, where the visitors come from, and what ISP they are using. We use the information we collect to improve the quality of our web site, enhance or tailor the information we offer, and make your experience on our site as valuable and efficient as possible.

Information Automatically Collected

Like many other websites, this one automatically gathers general information such as the visitor’s IP (Internet Protocol) address, the date and the time this site is accessed, the sections visited, and the content downloaded. This non-identifiable information is collected specifically for website and system administration purposes only. This site may use cookies and scripts to make our site more operational and to properly link to the information you are requesting.

Visitor Information Reports

Website Visitor Information Reports are generated to help us better understand user demographics and traffic patterns. Personal information regarding your business is provided privately to us, Phacient, as a normal course of conducting business through scripts, cookies or tracking pixels.

Your Personal Information

We collect your email address from you as an opt in that is used for the purposes of sending you updates from our site. This mechanism can be found on our blog.

If you choose to contact us via contact form, various pieces of personal information will be requested of you. This is so that we can better understand your needs and respond to your query in a timely and efficient manner. It helps us do our job better. Again, this information is kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone outside of our organization.

Should you choose to work with us on a retainer or project basis, we will sign a mutual NDA before any further information is exchanged.

Use Of Personal Information

The only emails you will receive from us on an automated basis is content updates and promotions directly from Phacient. You may encounter affiliate links on this site or through email campaigns. These links are provided by trusted partners that we feel add value and we would/do use ourselves. We may be compensated if you purchase products or services through these links.

We will respond to any email sent to us through a contact form on this website. Clearly, we will be using the email you provide us with to do so.

Links to Other Web Sites

Please be aware that when you click on links that take you to third-party web sites, you will be subject to their respective privacy policies. While we support the protection of privacy on the Internet, we cannot be responsible for the actions of third parties. We encourage you to read the posted privacy statement whenever interacting with any web site.

Consent to Gather Non-Identifiable Information

By using our web site, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in this policy. If we update this privacy policy, such changes will be posted on this page. So that you are always aware of what information we collect and how we use it, we recommend that you review this page regularly.