Privacy Policy
Pointer Creative Inc. (just Pointer going forward) values the privacy of those who provide private personal information to us. This policy summarizes what personally identifiable information we may collect, and how we might use this information. This policy also describes other important topics relating to information privacy. Pointer has voluntarily certified that it complies with the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss – U.S. Privacy Shield Framework as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce for adequate privacy protection and embraces the requirements of the of EU General Data Protection Regulations. Pointer is committed to the protection of natural persons in relation to the processing of personal data as outlined in the GDPR.
Information Collection
EXTERNAL INFORMATION SOURCES (Customer Inquiries)
Pointer only will collect personally identifiable information (such as name, title, company name, address, telephone number, or e-mail address) that is voluntarily provided through our web site or e-mail correspondence. We will collect general information (such as the type of browser used, the files requested, and the domain name and country which requests information) to improve our Web site and better meet customer needs.
Use of Information
Before we collect any personally identifiable information, we will provide an explanation for the possible use of the data. The information supplied will be used by Pointer to respond to inquiries, supply requested information on Pointer products and services, or track orders placed with Pointer. Authorized third parties may be utilized by Pointer to collect, track and process such information. If you have submitted personal information to Pointer electronically and would like it removed or modified, please contact us. We will use reasonable efforts to comply with your request. Any marketing communications sent by Pointer have an automatic opt-out link at the bottom of each communication. You may elect to remove yourself from further informational communications by selecting and confirming this link.
Compliance
EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss – U.S. Privacy Shield FrameworkPointer complies with the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss – U.S. Privacy Shield Framework as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce through self-assessment. We make every effort to ensure privacy and encourage you to contact us at any time if you feel we are not in compliance with the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss – U.S. Privacy Shield Framework as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce. In the event we are unable to resolve an issue regarding our compliance, we will contact the appropriate Data Protection Authorities to expeditiously resolve the complaint. Please see EU-US Privacy Shield Framework and the Swiss – U.S. Privacy Shield Framework for additional information.
GDPR (EU General Data Protection Regulation)
We’re meeting the new requirements for how we process EU personal data. We embrace these changes, and our policy updates reflect the transparency that this new law requires. Please see GDPR for additional information.
Opt-Out
Any individual has the right to opt-out of email communication from us at any time. Each email sent by Pointer contains a link that allows the individual to permanently opt-out of receiving emails from Pointer. Additionally the email management allows the individual to manage the type of communication they receive from Pointer via subscription management.
Do Not Track
“Do not track” refers to how Internet web browsers may request that a web application turn off tracking through the use of an HTTP header. Tracking may be disabled by any user through the use of the browser’s built-in cookie handling mechanism. Cookies are typically stored on your computer or device when a website is visited and may contain information such as site preferences or login status. This cookie is used to help determine use of the site. The cookie itself does not contain any personally identifiable information.
Requests
Privacy and Privacy Policy requests and inquiries may be made to privacy@pointercreative.com
INTERNAL INFORMATION SOURCES (Employee Data)
Pointer is the sole owner of the information collected from its employees and applicants for employment. Pointer will not sell or share this information with third parties in ways different from what is disclosed in this privacy policy statement. Pointer only collects personal data that is relevant and necessary to legitimate human resources and business functions. Personal information collected by Pointer from employees and applicants for employment is maintained at its corporate offices. Among other things, Pointer collects and maintains personal information on current and former employees for legitimate corporate business purposes, such as processing payroll, collecting resumes to fill vacant positions, and maintaining accurate benefits records.
Pointer does not request or gather any information regarding political opinions, religion, philosophy, union membership, or sexual preferences. To the extent Pointer maintains information on an individual’s medical health or ethnicity (as legally required of U.S. employees and US applicants for employment), consistent with this policy, Pointer will not disclose such information to third parties.
Security
Pointer is committed to protecting personal information from loss, misuse, disclosure, alteration, unauthorized access and destruction. Pointer takes all reasonable precautions to safeguard the confidentiality of personally identifiable information.
Updating or Correcting Information
Any employee wishing to review or update their personal information can do so by contacting their local Human Resources Department.
Other Important Information
The Pointer Web site may contain links to other sites. We do not endorse or otherwise accept responsibility for the content or privacy policies of those sites. Additionally, some of our Web pages may contain “cookies,” which are data that may be sent to your Web browser and stored on your computer. This allows our server to “recognize” you when you visit our Web site in the future and enables you to view protected content without requiring an additional login, password, or re-registration. Most Web browsers can be configured to not accept cookies, or to notify you if a cookie is sent to you. If you prefer to not accept a cookie upon registration, you will be required to register each time you request access to protected content on our web site.
Copyright Notice and Terms of Use
Permission to use documents (such as product information, press releases, fact sheets and FAQs) from this web site is granted, provided that the Pointer copyright notice appears in all copies, (2) use of such Documents is for informational and noncommercial or personal use only and will not be copied or posted on any network computer or broadcast in any media, and (3) no modifications of any Documents are made.
Use for any other purpose is expressly prohibited by law, and may result in severe civil and criminal penalties. Violators will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible.
All information on this web site is provided on an as-is basis. Pointer makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy and correctness of the information. In no event shall Pointer, or its affiliates, be liable for any damages whatsoever resulting from the use of this information. Pointer and the Mark III Systems logo are trademarks of Pointer. All other products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
