1. Introduction
Welcome to peppercorn. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle and protect the personal information you provide while using our platform, which is in its pre-launch phase. By providing us your information, you consent to the collection, storage, and use of your personal data in accordance with this policy.
2. Information Collection
At peppercorn, we collect email addresses from two distinct groups: lawyers and clients. Each group’s data is collected for specific purposes.
2.1 Types of Collected Information
Email Addresses: We collect your email addresses to communicate with you based on your user group (lawyer or client).
2.2 Collection Purposes
- Lawyers: If you are a lawyer, we collect your email to invite you to participate in our beta program. This includes sending you information about the program and how you can join.
- Clients: If you are a client, your email is collected to subscribe you to our newsletter and to notify you about the launch of peppercorn’s full services.
2.3 How We Collect Information
Direct Collection: We collect your information through forms on our website where you can enter your email address for updates and more information about our services.
3. Use of Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with you about our upcoming beta program (for lawyers).
- Send newsletters and launch announcements (for clients).
- Enhance and personalize your user experience on our platform.
- Evaluate user interest and needs to shape the development of peppercorn.
4. Sharing of Information
We respect your privacy and do not share your personal information with third parties, except as necessary for the following:
- Service Providers: Third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as email marketing, site hosting, and analytics.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.
5. Data Security
Peppercorn employs industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet-based site can be 100% secure and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
6. International Transfer
Your information may be stored and processed in any country where we engage service providers. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside of your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules than in your country.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time. Requests can be made by contacting us directly through the provided contact information.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our information practices. If we make any material changes, we will notify you by email (sent to the e-mail address specified in your account) or by means of a notice on this website prior to the change becoming effective.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at summer@peppercorn.law
Last Updated: April 16, 2024