1.0 Introduction

Powerhouse Inc. ("Powerhouse," "we," "us," or "our") is a legal technology company based in the United States, primarily serving US clients. We are committed to protecting your privacy and upholding the highest standards of data protection. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website www.powerhouse.so or use our legal technology services.

While we primarily operate under US law, we have chosen to align our practices with global privacy standards, including principles from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy is designed to be compliant with US laws and regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), while also incorporating key elements of international privacy best practices.

2.0 Information We Collect and Use

2.1 Personal Information:

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
• Professional information (bar number, firm name, practice areas)
• Client information (when provided by you for case management purposes)
• Payment information

2.2 Usage Information:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Device information (hardware model, operating system)
• Location information (with your consent)

3.0 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests

4.0 How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Provide legal technology services
• Communicate with you regarding your inquiries or services
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against potential fraud or illegal activities

5.0 Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following instances:

• With third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting business
• As required by law or to comply with legal processes
• To protect our legal rights, prevent fraud, or ensure safety

6.0 Mobile Information Sharing

We do not share your mobile information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

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7.0 Your Privacy Rights

As a US-based company, we comply with all applicable US privacy laws. Additionally, we extend certain privacy rights to all our users:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

For users in jurisdictions with additional privacy rights, we also honor:

• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling, where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@powerhouse.so.

8.0 Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

9.0 International Data Transfers

As a US-based company, our primary data storage and processing occurs within the United States. For any transfers of personal data from the EEA to the US or other countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

10.0 Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

11.0 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

12.0 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.

13.0 Mobile Messaging Compliance

To ensure compliance with privacy and messaging standards, we adhere to the following guidelines:

• Accessibility of Privacy Policy: We verify that this Privacy Policy is accessible to all end-users and meets compliance standards for the collection and use of mobile phone numbers for messaging.
• No Sharing of Mobile Data for Marketing: We do not share your mobile information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.