I may collect personal information in the following ways:

1. Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you contact me or use my services, you may provide:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number (optional)
• Court transcripts and related documents
• Payment and billing information (processed securely through third-party services)
• Communication records (via email or contact forms)

1. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit my website, I may collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 6)

This information is used solely for website analytics and improvement purposes.

I use your information to:

• Provide and deliver professional proofreading services
• Respond to your inquiries and requests
• Process payments and send invoices
• Maintain accurate service records
• Improve the functionality and performance of my website
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

I do not use your content or personal data for advertising, marketing, or resale purposes.

I take your privacy and confidentiality seriously, especially considering the sensitive nature of court transcripts and legal documents.

1. Document Confidentiality

All transcripts and related materials you share with me are treated as strictly confidential. I do not share, distribute, or disclose these materials to anyone without your express written permission.

1. Data Security

I employ industry-standard precautions to protect your data, including:

• Secure email communications
• Password-protected devices and software
• Limited access to files (only accessible to me)
• Encrypted payment processing via trusted third-party platforms

However, please note that no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. While I take all reasonable steps to safeguard your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

To provide seamless service, I may use reputable third-party tools for:

• Payment processing
• Email and communication

These third parties have their own privacy policies and are responsible for the security of data handled through their platforms. I do not sell, lease, or trade your information to third parties.

As a client or visitor, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you.
• Correction: Request corrections if any information is inaccurate or outdated.
• Deletion: Request that your data or documents be permanently deleted after project completion.
• Objection: Opt out of any communication or data collection.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [Insert email address]. I aim to respond within 7 business days.

My website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and monitor site performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that collect data such as:

• Website preferences
• Session activity
• Visitor traffic (anonymized)

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the website.

I retain your personal data and transcript files for only as long as necessary to:

• Complete your proofreading project
• Resolve any disputes or issues
• Comply with legal obligations

By default, all transcript files are securely deleted within 30 days after project completion unless you request earlier removal or longer storage.

My services are intended for professionals aged 18 and older. I do not knowingly collect or store information from children under the age of 13. If I become aware that such information has been inadvertently collected, I will take immediate steps to delete it.

I reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in services, technology, or applicable laws. All updates will be posted to this page with a new “Effective Date.”

You are encouraged to review this policy periodically. Continued use of my services implies acceptance of the current policy terms.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact me:

Christine Marshall
Email: emtpchris@hotmail.com
Website: https://christineproofreader.com