Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Introduction
NMFC Codes ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Contact us via email
- Report an error or data discrepancy
- Request technical support
- Subscribe to our newsletter or updates (if applicable)
This information may include your name, email address, and the content of your message or inquiry.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Search queries performed on our site
We collect this information using cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Improve our website and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send you updates about database changes or service improvements (if you've opted in)
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).
- Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@freightclass.org.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only 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.
When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as NMFTA.org or FMCSA.gov). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending you an email notification (if you've provided your email address)
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@freightclass.org
- General Inquiries: info@freightclass.org