This is an archived version of a prior privacy policy. Please click here to view the current privacy policy.

This Privacy Policy applies only to the privacy of users of the www.apusolutions.com website (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy outlines the information that APU Solutions^® (the "Company," "we," or "us"), and its affiliates, will collect and how we will use the information.

We value your business and appreciate how important your privacy is and have implemented significant safeguards to protect your confidentiality and personally identifiable information. We do recognize that a perfect security system does not yet exist in the electronic commerce industry, however you can be assured that our privacy practices are held to high standards and are continually reviewed to ensure that your use of the Site is a positive internet experience that provides a forum for you to conduct your business faster and more efficiently in the safest environment possible. Because perfect security does not yet exist on the internet, we have made a concerted effort to meet and where possible, exceed industry standards to safeguard our users' personal information. This privacy policy represents our commitment to respect your privacy and value the trust you have placed in us.

We respect your right to privacy. We do not collect personally identifiable information (for example, your name, address, telephone number or electronic mail address) about you from the Site unless you voluntarily provide it to us. We utilize any information that you provide to offer you a customized and efficient on-line experience while visiting our Site. This allows us to provide targeted services and features tailored to meet your needs easier and faster. The information that may be gathered also allows us to conduct internal research on our users' demographics, interests and needs. The information is compiled and analyzed to better understand and serve our users.

We may use personally identifiable information about you as a means to improve our marketing efforts and product/service offerings and to keep you informed via electronic mail messages of matters that relate to the website. This may include information about new business opportunities, transaction fees and other relevant changes that could affect you. Subject to your agreement, we also will send promotional messages tailored to your needs and also inform you of special programs, new features, and important news involving the Site and the Company. We may also use this information in a compilation to share with our customers or business partners, but the specific user will remain anonymous.

As a general rule we will not sell or rent any personally identifiable information about you to any third party (other than business partners of the Company, third party vendors retained by the Company or affiliates of the Company). However, we do cooperate with law enforcement agencies investigating improper use of our services. By virtue of your use of the Site, you authorize us to disclose any information about you to law enforcement or other government officials as we in our sole discretion believe necessary or appropriate in connection with an investigation of fraud, intellectual property infringement, or other activity that is illegal or may expose us to legal liability. Due to the existing regulatory environment in the internet industry, we cannot guarantee that all of your private communications and other personally identifiable information will never be disclosed in ways not otherwise described in this privacy policy. In some instances, we may be compelled to disclose information to the government or third parties subject to unique circumstances or by orders of the legal system. By way of example, we could be compelled to disclose personally identifiable information to comply with valid orders of any United States District, Circuit or Federal Court or in instances where we believe that a state of emergency exists where it is incumbent to disclose the information to protect property or an individual's safety or security. Unfortunately, it also is possible that third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions or private communications.

However, we will not release your information under any other circumstance to any third party without your consent and will not send promotional electronic mail messages to you if you request not to be included. We also will not record any information you provide to any website other than the Site and the Company's co-branded sites. However, we encourage you to be discriminating about who you disclose your information to, as our privacy policy does not apply to websites that are operated by other persons or organizations. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of each website you visit before you disclose any personal information.

THE USE OF "COOKIES"

We may use "Cookies" to collect IP addresses and information regarding your usage of the Site. Cookies are files stored on your computer's hard drive, not on our Site. We may use cookies to compile then deliver personalized information content based on your stated preferences. Cookies can help us provide information, targeted to your interests, to simplify and improve your navigation experience. Further, a user can reject or decline the use of cookies and still utilize our website. However, please note that some website may be able to track your usage after cookie deletion if you come back to the same site or a related site and provide personal information.

LOG FILES

During your visit to the Site, we automatically track certain information about your use of our Site, what browser you are using and your IP address. The information gathered allows us to analyze market trends, better administer the Site, track user's movement and interests, and gather broad demographic and market information for use in the aggregate. This broad information collected is not linked to any personally identifiable information of our users.

SHARING

We may gather and analyze personally identifiable information in the aggregate and share this information in aggregate form with advertisers, business partners for marketing and promotional purposes, third party vendors or affiliates. However, the information shared is not linked to any personally identifiable information or any information that could be used to personally identify you. We pledge to our users to maintain reasonable and current security methods and technologies.

SECURITY

We have implemented many safeguards to protect user information both on-line and off-line. This includes computer firewalls and facility security. All of our users' information is restricted to our offices only. Only select employees who, by virtue of their specific job responsibility, have access to personally identifiable user information. Our employees must use password protected screen savers when they leave their respective computer terminals. When they return, they must enter their password to regain access to confidential user information. Furthermore, all employees are advised and informed as to the importance of internet security and are kept informed and appraised of matters related to user privacy. Finally, personally identifiable information maintained on the servers also is maintained in a secure environment.

LINKS

This Site contains links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of other websites. Since we have no control over the privacy policies of other websites, we encourage our users to read and research the privacy policies of each website they visit that collects personally identifiable information. Most importantly, we encourage you to ask questions before disclosing any personal information to third parties. The information contained in this privacy policy document pertains only to the use and disclosure of information that we collect from you.

You should note that we may host website advertising that is linked to the Site. If you provide any personally identifiable information while visiting any website advertising that is hosted by us, you will also be providing the personally identifiable information to the advertiser. If you provide any personally identifiable information while visiting any third party website that is linked from or framed by the Site, you will be providing the personally identifiable information to the third party owner of that Site.

Please note that we may share non-personally identifiable information collected from any website advertising we host on behalf of an advertiser with third parties in order to complete a transaction that you initiated, provide you services or evaluate the hosted website.

CHILDREN

We recognize the importance of the safety and privacy of children on the internet. Due to these issues and in order to comply with certain laws, we do not intentionally collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. It is important for parents to supervise and prevent access to inappropriate content, e-mail or chat sessions. Children should ask their parents or guardians for permission before disclosing any information on the Site.

PRIVACY POLICY UPDATES

We may amend this privacy policy from time to time.If we make any substantial changes to this policy, we will make an announcement on the Site.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

If you have any questions about the information contained in this privacy policy or if we can be of any help concerning the navigation of our website, please contact our Customer Care Team at info@apusolutions.com.