Affordable Scooter Repair LLC / Fix My Engine.Repair- Privacy Policy
Affordable Scooter Repair LLC provides a detailed Privacy Policy outlining how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected on its website https://myscooter.repair. The policy applies exclusively to the website and its users, excluding other communication channels such as phone or email. It emphasizes user consent and compliance with applicable laws, with updates posted on the privacy page. Contact details for privacy concerns are provided (email and website) [1] [2] .
Information Collection
Information Provided by Users
The company collects contact information voluntarily provided by users, including name, address, phone numbers, email address, and other contact details. This collection is done with user consent, to fulfill contracts, and support legitimate business interests. The policy explicitly states that it does not intentionally collect financial, sensitive, or usage-related information directly from users [3] [4] .
Information Collected Automatically
Even without direct submission of personal information, navigational and technical data about website usage is gathered. This includes browser type, IP address, operating system, clickstream data, and geo-location information. Such data helps improve website functionality and user experience. Data may also be obtained from third parties for purposes such as fraud prevention and marketing. Device-specific data collected includes device type, settings, unique identifiers, and user workflow progress [5] [6] .
Uses of Personal Information
The collected personal information is used for multiple purposes:
• Operating and improving the website, including security, support, personalization, and fraud prevention.
• Operating the business by fulfilling orders, complying with legal requirements, recruiting, and administrative tasks.
• Enhancing goods and services through development, research, and trend analysis.
• Communicating with users via customer service, marketing, updates, surveys, and promotions.
• Ensuring legal compliance, investigating fraud, cooperating with authorities, and protecting rights and safety [7] [8] .
Sharing and Security of Information
Personal information is not shared outside the company except as legally required or disclosed in the policy. Data is stored and processed solely within the United States. Reasonable physical and electronic safeguards are implemented to protect against unauthorized access and misuse. However, the policy acknowledges that no security system is perfect and encourages users to use strong passwords and protect their devices [9] [10] .
Business Transactions
In the event of a sale, merger, or closure of the company, user information may be transferred to a successor entity, with continued adherence to the privacy terms [11] [12].
User Rights and Choices
Users have control over their personal information:
• They may choose not to provide personal data.
• Unsubscribe options are available for marketing emails.
• Opt-out requests for information sharing or marketing materials can be submitted via email, website, or postal mail.
• The website is not intended for children under 13, and the company does not knowingly collect data from this group; any such data will be deleted upon notification [13] [14] .
Jurisdiction-Specific Provisions
The policy includes detailed provisions for residents of certain U.S. states (Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Iowa, Virginia) and for residents of the European Union subject to GDPR regulations. These sections outline specific rights such as:
• Rights to knowledge, access, correction, deletion, and opt-out of data processing for targeted advertising or sale.
• Appeal mechanisms for denied requests.
• Timely responses to privacy requests within specified timeframes.
• Disclosures that the company does not sell personal information or process data for targeted advertising in these jurisdictions.
• Contact methods for exercising these rights include email, website help page, and postal address [15] [16] .
GDPR Compliance
For EU residents, rights include information access, correction, deletion, restriction of processing, and human oversight of automated decisions. The company commits to lawful and transparent data processing and timely notification in case of data breaches. Although not required to appoint a Data Protection Officer, the company will respond to requests in accordance with applicable laws [17] [18] .
Policy Updates
The Privacy Policy is subject to change, with updates posted on the website. Users are encouraged to review the policy regularly to stay informed about how their information is managed [19] [20].