PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Welcome to BLIGHT FORCE™ ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit property reports, apply for territory franchises, or engage with our national blight remediation network.

By accessing or using BLIGHT FORCE™ services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Submit a property report via our public reporting form
• Apply for a state territory franchise or operator license
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Register for webinars, summits, or training events
• Participate in surveys or promotions

The personal information we collect may include:

• Full name and professional title
• Email address and phone number
• Mailing address and billing information
• Professional background and business information
• Available investment capital range
• Payment and transaction information
• Property report details (addresses, photos, descriptions)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing actions, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, version, and operating system
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses and click-through data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party sources, including:

• Payment processors and financial institutions
• Marketing and analytics service providers
• Public property records and government databases
• Business partners and territory affiliates

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Application Processing: To review and process territory franchise applications and operator onboarding
• Property Reporting: To log, verify, and route property reports to appropriate territory operators
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, and provide application status notifications
• Marketing: To send promotional materials and information about territory availability (with your consent)
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform and services
• Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Territory Operators

Property reports are shared with certified BLIGHT FORCE™ territory operators in the relevant state for assessment and remediation. Reporter identity is withheld unless you explicitly consent to disclosure.

4.2 Service Providers

We engage third-party service providers for website hosting, payment processing, email delivery, and analytics. These providers are contractually bound to protect your information.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal processes, government requests, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BLIGHT FORCE™ and the public.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure data storage with encryption at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and role-based authentication
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Retention is based on:

• The nature and purpose of the information collected
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Legitimate business interests (e.g. active franchise relationships)
• Your consent and preferences

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
• Right to Restriction: Request limitation of how we process your information
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where we rely on consent as the legal basis

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@blightforce.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information, please review our Cookie Policy.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. Contact us at privacy@blightforce.com if you believe this has occurred.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information receives adequate protection, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
• Compliance with international data protection frameworks
• Encryption and secure transfer protocols

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Sending an email notification for significant changes

Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: