Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 05, 2025
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how ProBiz Consulting LLC ("ProBiz," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit, access, or use https://fcfitty.com and all associated sub‑domains (collectively, the “Site”), or engage with any of our artificial‑intelligence, machine‑learning, data‑analytics, or related consulting products and services (the “Services”).
By accessing the Site or using the Services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Policy and any other documents referenced herein—including our Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, you must refrain from using the Site or Services.
1 Definitions and Key Terms
TermMeaning
Company / ProBizProBiz Consulting LLC, 30 N Gould St Ste R, Sheridan, WY 82801, United States.
Personal DataAny information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (e.g., name, email, IP address).
Usage DataData collected automatically through the Site (e.g., page views, time spent, browser information).
DeviceAny Internet‑connected device (computer, smartphone, tablet, IoT device) used to access the Site.
CookieA small text file placed on your Device to store preferences and facilitate analytics and advertising.
Third‑Party ServiceAny external vendor, contractor, platform, or partner that processes data on our behalf or in conjunction with the Services.
ProcessingAny operation performed on Personal Data (collection, storage, use, disclosure, erasure, etc.).
GDPRGeneral Data Protection Regulation (EU Regulation 2016/679).
CCPA / CPRACalifornia Consumer Privacy Act (2018) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (2020).
CalOPPACalifornia Online Privacy Protection Act (Bus. & Prof. Code §22575 et seq.).
2 Scope of This Policy
This Policy applies to Personal Data collected:
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Through the Site;
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Via contact forms, chat widgets, e‑mail, or telephone;
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During offline sales or marketing interactions;
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When we provide Services under a contract with your organization.
This Policy does not apply to third‑party websites, applications, or services that may be linked from our Site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their policies before submitting any Personal Data.
3 Categories of Data We Collect
3.1 Data You Provide Voluntarily
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Identity Data – first name, last name, job title, company name.
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Contact Data – email address, telephone number, mailing address.
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Account Credentials – username, password, authentication tokens.
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Transaction Data – billing address, purchase history, payment method (last four digits only; we do not store full card numbers).
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Communications – inquiries, feedback, survey responses, or other content you send to us.
3.2 Data Collected Automatically
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Technical & Usage Data – IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, device identifiers, language settings, pages viewed, links clicked, time zone, session timestamps.
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Log Files – diagnostic, error, and performance logs generated by our web servers or security tools.
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Cookies & Similar Technologies – see Section 7 for full details.
3.3 Data from Third Parties
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Analytics Providers – aggregated statistics from Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, or similar platforms.
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Advertising Networks – data from Meta (Facebook) Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, Google Ads.
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Enrichment Services – publicly available business profiles, social‑media data (subject to your settings on those platforms).
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Fraud‑Prevention Vendors – risk scores and device fingerprints.
We combine information from different sources to improve accuracy and completeness.
4 Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR‑EEA Visitors)
We rely on the following legal grounds under Article 6 GDPR:
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Contract Performance – to deliver Services you request (Art. 6 (1)(b)).
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Legitimate Interests – e.g., improving Services, preventing fraud (Art. 6 (1)(f)).
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Consent – for cookies, marketing emails, or remarketing (Art. 6 (1)(a)).
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Legal Obligation – to satisfy accounting, tax, or regulatory requirements (Art. 6 (1)(c)).
Where consent is the basis, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing already performed.
5 How We Use Your Information
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Service Delivery – create accounts, authenticate users, provide customer support.
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Analytics – understand Site performance, optimize user experience.
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Personalization – tailor content, recommendations, and advertising.
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Marketing & Remarketing – send newsletters, display targeted ads (subject to opt‑in requirements).
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Transactional – process invoices, payments, or contract obligations.
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Security & Fraud Prevention – detect suspicious activity, enforce Terms.
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Compliance – respond to lawful requests, court orders, or regulatory inquiries.
6 Disclosure of Information
6.1 Service Providers
We engage vetted Third‑Party Services for hosting (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Cloudflare), analytics, email distribution (e.g., Mailgun), CRM, and payment processing (e.g., Stripe). These providers only receive the data necessary to perform their functions and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
6.2 Affiliates & Corporate Group
We may share data with subsidiaries, parent companies, or entities under common control for legitimate business purposes consistent with this Policy.
6.3 Business Transfers
If ProBiz undergoes a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or asset sale, Personal Data may be transferred to the successor entity, subject to the same protections described herein.
6.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose data when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:
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Comply with a legal obligation or government request;
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Protect the rights, property, or safety of ProBiz, our clients, or the public;
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Enforce contracts or policies;
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Detect or prevent wrongdoing, fraud, or security issues.
We do not sell Personal Data.
7 Cookies, Pixels, and Tracking Technologies
7.1 Types of Cookies We Use
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Strictly Necessary Cookies – essential for Site functionality (e.g., session management).
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Performance Cookies – collect anonymous metrics on Site usage.
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Functional Cookies – remember preferences (e.g., language, region).
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Advertising / Targeting Cookies – deliver personalized ads across websites.
7.2 Managing Cookies
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Disabling cookies may impact Site performance. You can also install Google’s opt‑out browser add‑on to disable Google Analytics.
7.3 Other Tracking Tools
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Local Storage – stores larger amounts of data in your browser for quicker access.
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Web Beacons / Pixel Tags – small image files embedded in pages or emails to monitor engagement.
7.4 Remarketing
We may use Google Ads, Meta (Facebook) Ads, or LinkedIn Ads to display advertisements to visitors who have previously interacted with the Site. These platforms use cookies and device identifiers to serve ads based on past activity.
8 International Data Transfers
ProBiz is headquartered in the United States. Information we collect may be processed and stored in the U.S. or other jurisdictions. We implement appropriate safeguards—such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)—when transferring data from the EEA, UK, or Switzerland.
9 Data Security
We employ industry‑standard safeguards, including:
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TLS/SSL encryption in transit
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Encryption‑at‑rest for sensitive data
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Least‑privilege access controls and multi‑factor authentication
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Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
Nevertheless, no transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
10 Data Retention
Personal Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., tax or accounting regulations). When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
11 Your Privacy Rights
11.1 EEA / UK Residents (GDPR)
You may exercise the following rights:
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Access – obtain confirmation whether we process your Personal Data.
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Rectification – correct incomplete or inaccurate data.
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Erasure – request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
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Restriction – limit processing in certain circumstances.
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Portability – receive data in a structured, machine‑readable format.
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Objection – object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
11.2 California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)
You have rights to:
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Know what categories and specific information are collected.
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Request deletion of Personal Data (subject to exceptions).
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Opt‑out of sharing or selling Personal Data (we do not sell).
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Non‑discrimination for exercising your rights.
11.3 CalOPPA & Do‑Not‑Track
Our Site respects browser “Do Not Track” signals where technically feasible.
11.4 Exercising Your Rights
Submit verifiable requests to privacy@fcfitty.com. We may need to confirm your identity before acting on your request. Response time varies by jurisdiction but will not exceed the legally mandated period.
12 Personnel & Applicants
We collect and process Personal Data of our employees and job applicants for recruitment, contract management, payroll, and statutory compliance. Internal HR policies govern these activities.
13 Sale of Business or Assets
In the event of a corporate transaction (merger, acquisition, bankruptcy), Personal Data may be among the transferred assets, subject to this Policy’s protections.
14 Affiliates
Information may be shared with Corporate Affiliates (entities controlling, controlled by, or under common control with ProBiz) and will be handled in accordance with this Policy.
15 Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from minors. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data should contact us for prompt deletion.
16 Links to External Sites
The Site may contain links to third‑party websites. We make no representations regarding those sites’ practices and disclaim all responsibility for them. Visiting such sites is at your own risk.
17 Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. The “Effective Date” at the top indicates the latest revision. Material changes will be posted on the Site. Continued use of the Services after changes become effective signifies acceptance of the revised Policy.
18 Governing Law
This Policy and any disputes arising hereunder are governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, without regard to its conflict‑of‑laws principles.
19 Your Consent
By accessing the Site or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this Privacy Policy.
