Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Understanding what information we collect helps ensure transparency in our data practices. The information we gather falls into two main categories:

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name and professional title
• Email address and phone number
• Company name and industry
• Project requirements and technical specifications
• Business correspondence and communications

Technical Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website and search terms
• Date and time of visits

How We Use Your Information

Information Sharing & Disclosure

Trust is paramount in our client relationships. PMM Group maintains strict confidentiality and carefully limits information sharing to essential situations:

Authorized Personnel

• Internal team members who require access to provide services
• Contractors or consultants bound by confidentiality agreements
• Professional advisors (legal, financial) when necessary

Legal Requirements

• Court orders or legal process compliance
• Protection of rights, property, or safety
• Regulatory or governmental requests

Data Security & Protection

Protecting your information is our responsibility and priority. We implement comprehensive, multi-layered security measures:

Technical Safeguards

• Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS protocols)
• Secure server infrastructure and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Firewall protection and intrusion detection

Administrative Safeguards

• Employee confidentiality agreements
• Access controls based on job requirements
• Regular privacy and security training
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

Data Retention Practices

We maintain your personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes and legal requirements:

• Active Projects: For the duration of the engagement plus 7 years for records
• Correspondence: Business communications retained for 5 years
• Website Analytics: Aggregated data retained for 2 years
• Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws and regulations
• Deletion Requests: Processed within 30 days unless legal retention required

Your Privacy Rights

We respect your control over your personal information. Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have several important rights:

Access and Control

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured format

Communication Preferences

• Opt-out: Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Restriction: Request limitation of data processing
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We believe in transparency about our website's data collection. Our approach uses minimal, essential tracking technologies:

Essential Cookies

• Session management and site functionality
• Security and fraud prevention
• Load balancing and performance optimization

Analytics

• Anonymous usage statistics to improve user experience
• No personally identifiable information collected
• Data aggregated and anonymized

International Data Transfers

In our global consulting practice, occasional international data transfers may be necessary. When this occurs:

• We ensure adequate protection through appropriate safeguards
• Standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions are used
• Client consent is obtained when required by law
• Data minimization principles are applied to cross-border transfers

9. Children's Privacy

PMM Group services are intended for business and professional use. We do not:

• Knowingly collect information from individuals under 16 years of age
• Target our services to minors
• Process children's data without appropriate parental consent

10. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party services. Please note:

• Third-party sites have their own privacy policies
• We are not responsible for external privacy practices
• We recommend reviewing third-party privacy policies
• Links do not constitute endorsement of third-party practices

Policy Updates & Changes

As our business evolves and privacy laws develop, we may need to update this Privacy Policy. Changes may reflect:

• Changes in our data practices
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• New services or features
• Industry best practices

Updates will be posted on our website with a new effective date. Significant changes will be communicated directly to clients.

Data Security Incident Response

While we work diligently to prevent security incidents, we have established clear protocols should any data security event occur:

• We will assess and contain the breach immediately
• Affected individuals will be notified within 72 hours if required
• Regulatory authorities will be informed as legally required
• We will provide clear information about the incident and our response
• Additional protection measures will be implemented as needed