Privacy Policy

Welcome to HearCare Rhode Island (the "Site"). We understand that privacy online is important to users of our Site, especially when conducting business. This statement governs our privacy policies with respect to those users of the Site ("Visitors") who visit without transacting business and Visitors who register to transact business on the Site and make use of the various services offered by HearCare Rhode Island (collectively, "Services") ("Authorized Customers").

"Personally Identifiable Information"

Refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify, contact, or locate the person to whom such information pertains, including, but not limited to, name, address, phone number, fax number, email address, financial profiles, social security number, and credit card information. Personally Identifiable Information does not include information that is collected anonymously (that is, without identification of the individual user) or demographic information not connected to an identified individual.

What Personally Identifiable Information is collected?

We may collect basic user profile information from all of our Visitors. We collect the following additional information from our Authorized Customers: the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of Authorized Customers, the nature and size of the business, and the nature and size of the advertising inventory that the Authorized Customer intends to purchase or sell.

What organizations are collecting the information?

In addition to our direct collection of information, our third-party service vendors (such as credit card companies, clearinghouses, and banks) who may provide such services as credit, insurance, and escrow services may collect this information from our Visitors and Authorized Customers. We do not control how these third parties use such information, but we do ask them to disclose how they use personal information provided to them from Visitors and Authorized Customers. Some of these third parties may be intermediaries that act solely as links in the distribution chain and do not store, retain, or use the information given to them.

How does the Site use Personally Identifiable Information?

We use Personally Identifiable Information to customize the Site, to make appropriate service offerings, and to fulfill buying and selling requests on the Site. We may email Visitors and Authorized Customers about research, purchasing, and service opportunities related to HearCare Rhode Island. We may also use Personally Identifiable Information to contact Visitors and Authorized Customers in response to specific inquiries or to provide requested information.

With whom may the information be shared?

Personally Identifiable Information about Authorized Customers may be shared with other Authorized Customers who wish to evaluate potential transactions. We may share aggregated information about our Visitors, including demographic information, with affiliated agencies and third-party vendors. We also offer the opportunity to opt out of receiving information or being contacted by us or by any agency acting on our behalf.

How is Personally Identifiable Information stored?

Personally Identifiable Information collected by HearCare Rhode Island is securely stored and is not accessible to third parties or employees of HearCare Rhode Island except for use as indicated above.

What choices are available to Visitors regarding collection, use, and distribution of the information?

Visitors and Authorized Customers may opt out of receiving unsolicited information from or being contacted by us and/or our vendors and affiliated agencies by responding to emails as instructed, or by contacting us at:

HearCare Rhode Island
390 Toll Gate Road, Suite 102
Warwick, Rhode Island 02886
Email: [email protected]

Are Cookies Used on the Site?

Cookies are used for a variety of reasons. We use cookies to obtain information about the preferences of our Visitors and the services they select. We also use cookies for security purposes to protect our Authorized Customers. For example, if an Authorized Customer is logged on and the Site is unused for more than 10 minutes, we may automatically log the Authorized Customer off.

How does HearCare Rhode Island use login information?

HearCare Rhode Island uses login information, including, but not limited to, IP addresses, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and browser types, to analyze trends, administer the Site, track a user’s movement and use, and gather broad demographic information.

What partners or service providers have access to Personally Identifiable Information?

HearCare Rhode Island has entered into and will continue to enter into partnerships and affiliations with vendors. Such vendors may have access to certain Personally Identifiable Information on a need-to-know basis for evaluating service eligibility. This privacy policy does not cover their collection or use of this information.

We may disclose Personally Identifiable Information to comply with a court order, subpoena, or request from a law enforcement agency. We may also disclose Personally Identifiable Information when reasonably necessary to protect the safety of our Visitors and Authorized Customers.

How does the Site keep Personally Identifiable Information secure?

All employees are familiar with our security policy and practices. Personally Identifiable Information is accessible only to a limited number of qualified employees who are given password-protected access. We regularly review and audit our security systems and processes. Sensitive information, such as credit card numbers or social security numbers, is protected by encryption protocols designed to protect information transmitted over the Internet. While we take commercially reasonable measures to maintain a secure Site, electronic communications and databases are subject to errors, tampering, and break-ins. We cannot guarantee that such events will not occur and will not be liable for any such occurrences.

How can Visitors correct inaccuracies in Personally Identifiable Information?

Visitors and Authorized Customers may contact us to update or correct Personally Identifiable Information by emailing [email protected].

Can a Visitor delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information?

Visitors and Authorized Customers may request deletion or deactivation of Personally Identifiable Information by contacting us at [email protected]. Due to backups and record retention requirements, it may be impossible to completely delete all residual information. However, once deactivated, we will not sell, transfer, or use Personally Identifiable Information moving forward.

What happens if the Privacy Policy changes?

We will notify Visitors and Authorized Customers of changes to this Privacy Policy by posting updates on the Site at https://www.hearcareri.com/. If changes materially affect how Personally Identifiable Information is handled, we may contact affected individuals directly when appropriate.

Links

The Site may contain links to other websites. When you click on a link, you are moving to another website. We encourage you to review the privacy statements of those linked websites, as their policies may differ from ours.