At Drugzone Pharmaceuticals Inc., we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information, in compliance with both federal and New York State data privacy laws, including the New York SHIELD Act and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information from you:
- Personal Information: This includes your name, address, phone number, professional licensing information, and signatures for documentation purposes.
- Financial Information: Your credit card details are securely collected through a third-party payment gateway. Only the expiry date and last four digits are stored.
- Banking Information: Bank details are stored solely for record-keeping and regulatory purposes.
- Usage Information: We may collect data about how you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, device identifiers, and cookie information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for:
- Processing Orders: To process and fulfill your orders.
- Verifying Identity: To verify your professional credentials and licensing.
- Customer Communication: To respond to inquiries, provide updates, and support your account.
- Compliance with Legal Requirements: To comply with applicable federal and New York state laws, such as the SHIELD Act.
Data Security (New York SHIELD Act Compliance)
We comply with the New York SHIELD Act, which requires us to implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data. This includes:
- Encryption of personal and financial data when it is transmitted or stored.
- Access Controls to ensure only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
- Incident Response: We regularly monitor our systems for potential breaches and have procedures in place to quickly respond to any data security incidents.
Breach Notification
In compliance with the New York SHIELD Act, if there is any unauthorized access to your personal information, we will notify you as soon as possible. We will also notify the New York Attorney General and any relevant regulatory authorities.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosures
We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: To help process transactions, manage customer accounts, or deliver products. These third-party providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services provided.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your data if required by law, such as responding to subpoenas, legal processes, or regulatory requests.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your personal data, and we will comply unless retention is required by law.
Your Rights and Choices
You have rights under both federal and state law to access, modify, or delete your personal information. In addition, if you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the CCPA, as outlined above.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Phone: 800-210-0845
Email: [email protected]
