Welcome to Bee Transformed

1. Introduction:

At Bee Transformed (“we”, “us”, “our”), protecting your privacy is at the heart of what we do. As a trusted provider of our services, we are committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and security of personal information entrusted to us by our users (“you”). This Privacy Policy for the website https://www.bee-transformed.com outlines our approach to handling your personal data in connection with the services we offer. It’s designed to inform you about how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard the information you provide to us or that we gather as you interact with our services.

Understanding your privacy rights is crucial, and we’re here to make sure you’re fully informed about how your data is used to enhance your experience with us. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this policy. We are dedicated to ensuring that our services are safe, secure, and beneficial to you, and we appreciate the trust you place in us to handle your information responsibly.

2. Information Collection and Use:

Collaboration with Primagery to Enhance Your Experience

At Bee Transformed, our mission is to provide you with services and offers tailored to your unique preferences and interests. To enrich your experience, we collaborate with Primagery, our trusted partner specializing in digital marketing solutions. This partnership is central to our strategy of delivering personalized marketing efforts and content that aligns with your expectations. Below, we detail how this collaboration influences the way we handle your information:

Personal Information Collected:

To tailor our services and marketing communications to your preferences, we collect personal information that you voluntarily share with us. This includes, but is not limited to, your name, email address, and other contact details. This information facilitates our communication with you and enables us to offer you customized services and content.

Financial Information and Payment Processing:

Should you decide to purchase any of our services or products we may have listed, it necessitates the collection of additional information to facilitate the transaction and ensure the delivery of your selected offerings. This critical phase of our interaction requires us to collect:

Physical Address: Necessary to deliver the product or provide the service directly to you.

Financial Information: To process your payments efficiently and securely, we collect financial details, such as credit card numbers or other payment method specifics. This process is enhanced by our partnership with leading payment platforms — Stripe, PayPal, and Authorize.net, renowned for their robust security measures and expertise in handling financial transactions securely. These partnerships allow us to offer you a seamless purchase experience while upholding the highest standards of security and privacy.

It’s important to note that while we collect information necessary for completing transactions, Bee Transformed takes your privacy and data security seriously. We do not store your complete payment details on our systems. Instead, we may retain information about the transaction and the last four digits of your card number, which are kept for record-keeping, customer service purposes, and ensuring compliance with our financial processing partners’ requirements.

Our commitment to your security extends beyond the transaction phase, ensuring that all your sensitive information is handled with the utmost confidentiality and in strict adherence to data protection standards. Rest assured, your financial information is processed with your security and privacy as our top priority.

We also gather usage data and employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, understand your preferences, and tailor our interactions to meet your needs.

Our collaboration with Primagery enables us to analyze and understand the effectiveness of our overall marketing efforts, ensuring that the services, content, and marketing communications you receive are most relevant to your interests.

Usage and Engagement Data

Understanding Your Interactions: To continually refine and enhance our services, we track and analyze your engagement with our website and other marketing material we facilitate. This usage data helps us understand which services interest you, how you navigate our site, and what content you engage with. By analyzing this data, we can make informed decisions about new features, content, and services that will best serve your needs and preferences.

Purposeful Collaboration

Working Together to Serve You Better: Our partnership with Primagery and the integration with platforms like Stripe, PayPal, and Authorize.net are examples of how we collaborate with trusted third parties to enhance our service offerings. These collaborations allow us to provide you with a seamless experience, whether it’s through improved payment processing, personalized marketing efforts, or enhanced service delivery. Rest assured, any data sharing with our partners is conducted with your privacy as our top priority, ensuring that all information is handled securely and in line with this Privacy Policy.

3. Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies

Personalizing Your Experience: Our website utilizes cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your visit. This includes information about your browsing behavior, preferences, and interactions with our site. We use this data to personalize your experience, ensuring that you see content and offers that are relevant to you.

Google Analytics: We may also use Google Analytics to help us understand how our customers use the website. Google Analytics collects information about website traffic and browsing habits, allowing us to better understand our audience and tailor our services accordingly. Please note that Google Analytics collects data anonymously, reporting website trends without identifying individual visitors.

Managing Cookies: You have the option to manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. You can choose to reject cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when new cookies are being sent to your device. However, please be aware that some website features or services may not function properly without cookies.

4. Commitment to Privacy

At Bee Transformed, your privacy is our utmost concern. We are committed to using the information you share with us responsibly and for the purpose of enhancing your experience with our services. We encourage you to review this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we will treat it.

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, Google Analytics, or any other aspect of our privacy practices, please contact us. We’re here to provide the clarity and transparency you deserve.

5. Sharing Your Data

At Bee Transformed we understand the importance of keeping your personal information confidential. We adhere to the highest standards of privacy and will only share your data under specific conditions:

With Service Providers and Partners: We collaborate with service providers and partners, including Primagery, who assist us in delivering and improving our services. These partners help us with analytics, marketing, and customer service. We share information with them only to the extent necessary for the execution of their services on our behalf and under confidentiality agreements.

Importantly, both Bee Transformed and Primagery uphold a firm commitment never to sell your personal data to third parties.

For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your personal information where required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, or in response to a government request.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, we may transfer data as part of the transaction. Should such a transfer occur, we will ensure the confidentiality of any personal information involved and notify you before the information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

6. Data Security

The security of your personal information is paramount to us. We implement sophisticated security measures designed to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure server facilities. Despite our efforts, please be aware that no security measure is impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against interception or other types of misuse. If a data breach occurs, we are committed to taking appropriate steps to address the situation and comply with applicable laws regarding notification and reporting.

7. Your Data Protection Rights and Retention of Your Data

At Bee Transformed, we respect your rights over your personal data and are committed to ensuring its protection and responsible use.

Retention of Your Data: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Our commitment extends to providing you control over your personal information, including:

Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You have the right at any time to stop us from contacting you for marketing purposes. If you are enrolled in SMS campaigns, you can opt-out by simply responding with the word “STOP” to our campaign phone number: 417-620-3417.

For email communications, you can find the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email from the email address: [email protected] or other affiliated sending domains.

Edits, Deletion, and Data Copies: Requesting edits, a copy of your data, or deletion of your data involves different processes. If you wish to edit your information, request a copy, or delete your data from our systems, please reach out to us directly at [email protected]. It’s important to distinguish that opting out of communications and requesting the deletion of your data are separate actions.

Your Rights Include:

Access: You can request copies of your personal data.

Rectification: You can ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

Erasure: Under certain conditions, you can request we erase your personal data.

Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit how we process your personal data.

Object to Processing: You can object to our processing of your personal data.

Data Portability: You can request a transfer of your data to another entity or directly to you, under certain conditions.

Regarding Deletion Requests:

We understand the importance of managing your personal data with care. Should you request the deletion of your data, please be aware that we may retain your information for a reasonable period of time, typically up to 90 days. This duration allows us to complete any pending transactions, comply with our legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Our aim is to ensure that your data is handled responsibly and removed from our systems in a timely manner once these requirements are fulfilled.

Limitations on Data Copies:

In response to requests for copies of your data, we are committed to providing you with access to the basic information we hold about you, such as your name, contact details, and any forms you’ve filled out. However, our records may include automated responses or notes associated with your profile, which are generated based on the information you provide. While we strive to be as transparent as possible, there might be instances where we withhold certain details from the data copy provided to you, particularly if sharing that information could compromise privacy or security. Our priority is to balance your right to access your data with the need to protect sensitive information, ensuring compliance with legal standards and safeguarding all parties involved.

Exercising Your Rights:

We are dedicated to facilitating your rights under applicable data protection laws. Should you have any questions or wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly through the provided email below

8. Links to Other Sites

Our website serves as a gateway to a wealth of information and resources by providing links to external sites not operated or controlled by us. While we strive to curate links that add value to your experience, it’s important to note that these external sites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies and terms of service. We encourage you to exercise discretion and review the Privacy Policy of any site you access through our links. Please be aware that our Privacy Policy does not extend to these external sites, and we cannot be held responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security measures employed by them.

9. Children’s Privacy and Age Restrictions

At Bee Transformed, safeguarding the privacy of young internet users is a priority. In alignment with our commitment to protect the privacy of children:

Under 13: We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. Our services and content are not designed to attract children under 13, and we ask that minors do not submit any personal information to us. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete that information from our records promptly.

Under 18 Purchases: Additionally, we do not allow individuals under the age of 18 to make purchases through our website or services. Any transactions on our site are intended for adults, and we require that any purchase be made by individuals who are 18 years of age or older. We strongly encourage parents and guardians to monitor and participate in their children’s online activities and to educate them about safe internet use practices.

If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with personal information without their consent, please contact us. Upon confirmation, we will promptly remove such information from our databases and take further measures to prevent any recurrence.

This policy ensures that Bee Transformed remains a responsible and safe environment for all users, adhering to legal standards and promoting a culture of respect and privacy protection for individuals under the age of 18.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The digital landscape is ever-evolving, and so are our services and how we manage your personal data. As a result, it may be necessary to update our Privacy Policy periodically. We will inform you of any significant changes by posting the revised policy on our website, along with the updated “effective date” at the top of the Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of our services after any changes to this policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

11. Progressive Web App (PWA) Enhancement

Introduction to Our Enhanced Digital Experience:

At Bee Transformed, we continuously seek innovative solutions to enhance your interaction with our services. In collaboration with Primagery, we have the option to utilize a Progressive Web App (PWA) technology that promises to redefine your digital experience. However, it’s important to note that just because Primagery offers this advanced solution does not necessarily mean we currently employ it within our service offerings. The decision to implement the PWA is made with careful consideration of how it aligns with our overall service strategy and value to you, our valued user.

What is a PWA?

A PWA is a cutting-edge web technology that functions similarly to a mobile app but operates through a web browser. It offers the potential for faster, more reliable access to our services, allowing for an app-like experience without the need for downloading from traditional app stores. For users, this means the convenience of adding our “app” directly to your phone’s home screen as a bookmark for easy access.

Clarifying Our Position:

Optional Technology: While Primagery provides the capability for us to offer a PWA, we carefully evaluate whether or not to implement it based on its ability to enhance our service offerings effectively. Our primary goal is to ensure that any addition to our digital ecosystem, including PWAs, genuinely benefits our users and meets our high standards for privacy and user experience.

Privacy Assurance: For services where the PWA is adopted, please be assured that it adheres to the same rigorous privacy practices detailed in this Privacy Policy. The PWA does not alter our commitment to your data protection, nor does it expand our access to your device’s functionalities, such as the microphone, camera, or location services.

Your Experience is Our Priority:Whether or not we utilize PWA technology, our commitment to delivering a seamless and secure online experience remains unchanged. We are dedicated to providing transparent information about our digital tools and services, including any potential use of PWA technology, to keep you informed and in control of your digital interactions with Bee Transformed.

Should you have any questions about our use of technology, including the PWA and how it might impact your privacy and user experience, we encourage you to reach out to us.

12. Contact Information

Your trust and privacy are of utmost importance to us at Bee Transformed. Should you have any questions, concerns, or comments regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, we encourage you to reach out to us. Below, you will find the contact information for both Bee Transformed and our managing agency, responsible for overseeing privacy matters and ensuring your inquiries are addressed promptly and effectively.

Bee Transformed Contact Information:

• Address: 307 West Glenwood Street, Springfield MO 65807

• Phone: (417) 869-0233

• Email: [email protected]

Should you require assistance with any privacy-related concerns, including but not limited to, your data protection rights, data correction, or deletion requests, our dedicated agency, managing these aspects, is ready to assist you:

Agency (Primagery) Contact Information:

• Phone: 417-479-2289

• Email: [email protected]

For privacy inquiries, please direct your emails here to ensure they are addressed in a timely and efficient manner.

We are committed to resolving your concerns and questions regarding your privacy and personal data. Whether your inquiries are related to the specific services provided by Bee Transformed or broader privacy practices managed by our agency, Primagery, rest assured that we are here to support you and ensure your experience is secure, respectful, and transparent.