Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 15, 2024
Introduction and Scope
At NestAccess, we take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our family internet management service, website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). This policy applies to all users of our Service, including parents, children, and other family members.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access or use the Service. By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and other relevant privacy regulations.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account and create family profiles
- Contact us for customer support or technical assistance
- Subscribe to our premium services or purchase router bundles
- Participate in surveys, promotions, or feedback programs
- Sign up for newsletters or marketing communications
- Interact with our customer service representatives
- Provide payment information for subscription services
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, billing address, payment information, family member names and ages, device information, and communication preferences.
Automatically Collected Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns when you use our Service, including:
- Device information such as IP addresses, device identifiers, operating system, and browser type
- Network configuration and router information
- Internet usage patterns, bandwidth consumption, and connection quality metrics
- Service performance data, error logs, and diagnostic information
- Feature usage statistics and user interaction patterns
- Location data (general geographic area based on IP address)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details)
Family Profile and Content Filtering Data
To provide our family internet management services, we collect and process:
- Family member profiles including names, ages, and assigned devices
- Content filtering preferences and custom block/allow lists
- Time schedule settings and usage restrictions
- Bandwidth priority configurations and quality of service settings
- Website access attempts and filtering decisions (for safety and improvement purposes)
- Application usage data and screen time statistics
- Guest network access logs and temporary user credentials
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third parties, including:
- Router manufacturers and internet service providers (for compatibility and setup purposes)
- Payment processors and billing service providers
- Customer support platforms and communication tools
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Security and threat intelligence providers
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Service Provision and Management
- Provide, maintain, and improve our family internet management services
- Process account registrations and manage user profiles
- Configure and maintain content filtering and parental controls
- Enforce time schedules and bandwidth priority rules
- Generate usage reports and family insights dashboards
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance
Business Operations
- Process transactions and manage billing for premium services
- Send service-related notifications and account updates
- Respond to customer service requests and support inquiries
- Conduct research and analytics to improve our services
- Develop new features and enhance existing functionality
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
Safety and Security
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns to detect potential security threats
- Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access to our services
- Investigate and respond to violations of our Terms of Service
- Protect the safety and well-being of our users, particularly children
- Maintain the integrity and security of our network infrastructure
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers and Business Partners
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, including:
- Cloud hosting and data storage providers
- Payment processing and billing service companies
- Customer support and communication platforms
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Security and threat detection providers
- Router manufacturers and hardware partners
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specific purposes we authorize.
Legal Requirements and Safety
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
- Valid legal process, such as subpoenas, court orders, or search warrants
- Requests from law enforcement or government agencies
- National security or public safety requirements
- Situations involving potential threats to physical safety
- Investigations of suspected illegal activities or policy violations
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice and obtain consent as required by applicable law.
Aggregated and De-identified Data
We may share aggregated, de-identified, or anonymized data that cannot be used to identify you or your family members for research, analytics, and business intelligence purposes.
Data Security and Protection
We implement comprehensive technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
Technical Safeguards
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission and storage
- Advanced firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Secure coding practices and vulnerability management
- Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
- Automated backup and disaster recovery procedures
Administrative Controls
- Strict access controls and role-based permissions
- Regular employee training on data protection practices
- Background checks for personnel with access to personal data
- Incident response procedures and breach notification protocols
- Third-party security audits and compliance certifications
Physical Security
- Secure data centers with 24/7 monitoring and access controls
- Environmental controls and redundant power systems
- Secure disposal of hardware and storage media
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements:
- Account Information: Retained for the duration of your account plus 3 years after account closure
- Usage Data: Aggregated usage statistics retained for up to 2 years for service improvement
- Support Communications: Retained for 5 years to maintain service quality and resolve issues
- Payment Information: Retained as required by financial regulations and tax laws
- Security Logs: Retained for up to 1 year for security monitoring and incident response
- Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or for 3 years of inactivity
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability Rights
- Request access to your personal information and details about our processing activities
- Obtain a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format
- Request transfer of your information to another service provider where technically feasible
Correction and Deletion Rights
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations
- Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
Control and Objection Rights
- Object to processing of your information for direct marketing purposes
- Withdraw consent for processing based on consent (where applicable)
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (where applicable)
- Request information about automated decision-making and profiling
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or call +1 917 530 8642. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.
Children's Privacy Protection
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children and comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws:
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent
- Parents can review, modify, or delete their child's personal information at any time
- We implement additional safeguards for processing children's data, including enhanced security measures
- We do not use children's personal information for behavioral advertising or marketing purposes
- Parents have the right to refuse further collection or use of their child's information
- We provide parents with clear information about what information we collect from their children and how we use it
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws through:
- Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
- Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
- Binding corporate rules and other approved transfer mechanisms
- Your explicit consent for specific transfers where required
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Displaying prominent notices within our Service
- Obtaining your consent where required by applicable law
Your continued use of our Service after the effective date of any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Privacy Officer: [email protected]
Phone: +1 917 530 8642
Mailing Address:
NestAccess Privacy Department
1246 E Cambridge Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85006
United States
We are committed to resolving privacy concerns promptly and will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.