1. Introduction
Welcome to AuthCarbon. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we look after your personal data when you visit our website and use our services, and tell you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, company name, job title
- Project Data: Carbon credit project details, verification requests, documentation
- Payment Information: Billing details (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Communications: Your inquiries and correspondence with us
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: How you interact with our services, features used, time spent
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
- Verification Data: Geographic coordinates, project boundaries, satellite analysis results
Third-Party Sources
- Public carbon credit registries (Verra, Gold Standard)
- Satellite imagery providers
- Public business databases
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide carbon credit verification services
- Generate verification reports and analysis
- Process payments and manage your account
- Communicate about our services
- Improve our AI algorithms and service quality
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our business (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
- Professional Advisors: When required for legal, tax, or business purposes
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or acquisition
5. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data centers
While we strive to protect your personal information, no security system is impenetrable.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
Verification records are retained for a minimum of 2 years as per industry standards.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@authcarbon.com.
8. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
9. International Transfers
As a global service, we may transfer your information to countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@authcarbon.com
Website: www.authcarbon.com
13. Additional Information for Specific Regions
For California Residents (CCPA)
You have additional rights under California law, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of any sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
For European Residents (GDPR)
You have additional rights under European data protection laws, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and to object to processing.
By using AuthCarbon services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.