Privacy Policy
Effective date: March 8, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
TheyHelp LLC ("TheyHelp," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our software solutions, websites, services, or participate in our programs (collectively, the "Services"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Categories of Information
We may collect the following categories of information:
a. Personal Identifiers:
Name, email address, postal address, phone number
Account login credentials
Government-issued identification (in limited cases)
b. Protected Classifications:
Demographic information (when voluntarily provided or relevant to program participation)
c. Commercial Information:
Service usage history and preferences
Financial information (for payment processing)
d. Internet or Network Activity:
Browsing history, search history within our Services
User interaction data
Access logs and session data
e. Geolocation Data:
IP address-based location
Precise location (only with explicit consent)
f. Professional Information:
Organization affiliation
Role and responsibilities
Professional skills and qualifications
g. User Content:
Communications with us
Feedback, survey responses
Content submitted through our platforms
h. Inferences:
Profile data reflecting preferences and characteristics
2.2 Collection Methods
We collect information through:
a. Direct Interactions:
Account registration
Program applications
Service usage and communications
Surveys and feedback forms
b. Automated Technologies:
Cookies and similar technologies
Server logs
Analytics tools
c. Third-Party Sources:
Partner organizations
Public databases
Authorized third-party integrations
3. USE OF INFORMATION
We use your information for the following purposes:
3.1 Service Provision and Improvement
Delivering our software solutions and services
Managing user accounts and authentication
Personalizing user experience
Analyzing usage patterns to improve functionality
Developing new features and services
3.2 Communication
Responding to inquiries and requests
Providing information about changes to our services
Sending administrative notifications
Delivering service-related announcements
3.3 Program Administration
Processing applications
Evaluating eligibility for initiatives
Facilitating collaboration between engineers and local leaders
Managing project implementation
3.4 Research and Development
Conducting research on social impact
Developing metrics and indicators
Creating aggregated or anonymized datasets
3.5 Legal and Operational Purposes
Complying with legal obligations
Enforcing our terms and policies
Protecting our rights, privacy, safety, or property
Preventing, detecting, and addressing security incidents
4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
4.1 Shared with Consent
We share your information with third parties when you have given consent to do so.
4.2 Service Providers
We share information with service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:
Cloud hosting providers
Payment processors
Analytics services
Communication platforms
4.3 Implementation Partners
We may share relevant information with local implementation partners to facilitate project delivery and collaboration.
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information:
In response to lawful requests by public authorities
To comply with legal processes or regulations
To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
In connection with an investigation of suspected or actual illegal activity
4.5 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of business assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4.6 Aggregated or De-identified Data
We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.
5. DATA RETENTION
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:
The duration of our relationship with you
Legal obligations to retain data for certain periods
Relevant statutes of limitations
Resolution of disputes
Enforcement of agreements
6. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 Access and Portability
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and, in some cases, request that we provide it in a portable format.
7.2 Correction
You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
7.3 Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
7.4 Restriction of Processing
You may request that we restrict the processing of your information under certain circumstances.
7.5 Objection
You may object to our processing of your information based on our legitimate interests.
7.6 Withdrawal of Consent
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time.
7.7 Cookie Preferences
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12.
8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.
9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
We operate globally and may transfer your information to countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those of your country. We have implemented appropriate safeguards to protect your information when transferred internationally, including the execution of data transfer agreements or reliance on standard contractual clauses.
10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.
11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Effective Date" at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy frequently to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
12. CONTACT US
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
TheyHelp LLC
Email: privacy@theyhelp.org
Address: 30 N Gould St Ste R Sheridan, WY 82801
13. JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC PROVISIONS
13.1 California Residents
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information and the right to limit the use of sensitive personal information.
13.2 European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or Switzerland, we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or applicable local laws. The legal bases for processing your information include consent, contractual necessity, legal obligation, and legitimate interests.
13.3 Other Jurisdictions
Additional jurisdiction-specific notices may be provided to you separately or added to this Privacy Policy as required by applicable laws.
This Privacy Policy forms an integral part of TheyHelp LLC's Institutional Guidelines and should be included in all official publications, project proposals, and collaboration agreements.
Last Updated: March 08, 2025
Document: POL-PRIV-001
Version: 1.0