Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Steplax Technology ("Steplax," "we," "us," or "our") is the trade name of Steplas LLC, a company incorporated in the United States.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you access or use our website, web applications, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Steplas LLC operates in compliance with applicable US privacy, export control, and sanctions regulations.

Scope: This policy applies to all web applications, websites, and technology services delivered under Steplax Technology.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily submit, including:

• Name
• Company name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Job title
• Information submitted through contact, partnership, or vendor registration forms

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and usage activity
• Date and time of access

This data is used for security, analytics, and service improvement.

3. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

• Provide and operate our Services
• Respond to inquiries and partnership requests
• Support vendor registration and onboarding
• Improve system performance, security, and user experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal information.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, personal data is processed based on:

• Legitimate business interests
• Contractual necessity
• User consent (when required)
• Compliance with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information only as necessary:

• With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, security)
• With partners or clients for legitimate business engagement
• To comply with laws, regulations, or legal requests
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Steplax or others

We do not knowingly collect or process classified, export-controlled, or government-restricted information through our Services.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information.

No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected users in accordance with applicable law.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill business and contractual purposes
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Your Rights

General Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent where applicable

California & US State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain US states, including California, may have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of personal information.

We do not discriminate against users for exercising these rights.

Requests can be submitted using the contact details below.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use essential and analytics cookies to operate and improve our Services.

Where required by law, cookie usage is subject to user consent.

Analytics tools may include privacy-focused usage analytics.

You may control cookies through your browser settings.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

6. International Data Transfers

Steplas LLC is a US-based company.

Information may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

Appropriate safeguards are applied to protect personal data in accordance with applicable laws.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Changes will be posted with a revised effective date.