GovTrust AI Website Privacy Policy & Notice

1. Purpose and Scope

GovTrust AI (“GovTrust,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of every visitor (“you” or “your”) who accesses www.govtrust.ai (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data obtained through normal website operations. It applies solely to information gathered via this Site and not to information collected offline or through any third‑party services.

2. Information We Collect

When you visit or interact with our Site, we collect:

* Information you voluntarily provide — such as your name, business e‑mail address, company name, and employee count when you submit a contact form or request information.

* Information collected automatically — including IP address, browser type, referring pages, the pages you view, access times, and similar diagnostic data captured through essential cookies and comparable technologies. We do not use non‑essential cookies or trackers unless you expressly opt‑in.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., government‑issued ID numbers, health data) and request that you refrain from supplying such information through the Site.

3. Lawful Bases & Intended Uses

We process personal data only when a lawful basis exists under applicable data‑protection laws, including: (a) consent you provide when submitting a form; (b) performance of a contract or pre‑contractual steps at your request; and (c) our legitimate interest in operating and securing our Site. The data we collect is used strictly to:

* Respond to inquiries and provide requested information or services;

* Maintain, secure, and improve the Site;

* Generate aggregated, non‑identifiable analytics to understand usage patterns.

We do not use personal data for automated decision‑making or profiling.

4. No Sale, Sharing, or Advertising Disclosure

GovTrust does not sell, rent, share, or otherwise disclose personal data collected on this Site to third parties for monetary or other valuable consideration, targeted advertising, or cross‑context behavioral advertising. Should our practices ever change, we will update this Policy and request your explicit consent where required.

5. Cookies & Similar Technologies

Our Site uses only strictly necessary cookies that enable core functionality (e.g., security, network management). Non‑essential cookies (e.g., analytics, personalization) are deployed solely with your prior consent. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, essential cookies remain mandatory for Site performance.

6. Third‑Party Links

The Site may include links to external websites not controlled by GovTrust. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. Visiting third‑party sites is at your discretion and governed by their respective privacy policies.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or to comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements. When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Security Measures

GovTrust employs industry‑standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards—including TLS encryption in transit, restricted access controls, and routine security audits—to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

9. International Transfers

If you access the Site from outside the United States, be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. We implement appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) for international transfers when required by law.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data; to object to certain processing activities; and to receive a portable copy of your data. Residents of the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland (under GDPR/UK GDPR) and residents of California (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA) may exercise additional rights. We honor all valid requests as mandated by applicable law. To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from, children under 13 years of age (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete the information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. If material changes occur, we will post an updated notice on the Site and revise the Effective Date above. Continued use of the Site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please e‑mail us at [email protected].

By continuing to use www.govtrust.ai, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy and Notice.