Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 4, 2025

VineGuard Precision Systems (“VineGuard”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information, including data submitted via LinkedIn Lead Gen forms and our website.

Information We Collect

  • Contact information (name, email address, phone number, company/organization)
  • Vineyard or business details (optional, e.g., location, acreage)
  • Any other information you choose to provide (e.g., via messages, demo requests)
  • Website usage data (e.g., IP address, browser, device type, cookies—see our Cookie Policy)

How We Use Your Information

  • To respond to your inquiries, demo requests, or questions about VineGuard
  • To provide you with information about our products, services, pricing, and updates
  • To improve our offerings and customer experience
  • To comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • For analytics, site optimization, and security

Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR/UK)

  • Your consent (e.g., when you fill out a contact form or Lead Gen form)
  • Performance of a contract (e.g., providing our services to you)
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our business, communicating with customers)
  • Compliance with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

  • We do not sell or rent your personal information.
  • We may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate our business (e.g., CRM, marketing, analytics), only as necessary and under confidentiality agreements.
  • We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.

CCPA/CPRA: We do not sell or share your personal information as defined by California law. California residents may exercise the rights below.

Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA)

  • Access: You may request details about the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a commonly used format.
  • Objection/Restriction: You may object to or restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Marketing: You may opt out of marketing at any time (see “Unsubscribe” in emails or contact us).
  • California Residents: You may opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell/share as defined by law). You may also designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at vineguardinc@gmail.com. We may require verification of your identity before fulfilling your request.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described, or as required by law.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to analyze website usage and improve your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser. See our Cookie Policy for more details.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in Canada, the United States, or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

LinkedIn Lead Gen Forms

  • Information submitted via LinkedIn Lead Gen forms is used only to contact you regarding VineGuard products, services, or opportunities.
  • We store this data securely and do not use it for unrelated purposes.
  • We honor all opt-out and deletion requests promptly.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page, and the date at the top will reflect the most recent update.

Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding your personal data or this policy, please contact us:
vineguardinc@gmail.com

Thank you for trusting VineGuard Precision Systems.