Principal IT Consultants

PRIVACY POLICY

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Principal IT Consultants LLC
Last Updated: March 09, 2026

Principal IT Consultants LLC (“Principal IT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information using structured and secure practices consistent with our IT standards.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you use our website and related services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

“Personal information” means information that identifies or can reasonably identify you as an individual.

Information We Collect

We collect only the information you voluntarily provide through our website forms:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Business name

We do not process payments on our website.
We do not collect employment information.

Information Collected Automatically

We use analytics tools to understand website performance and improve user experience.

This may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Session duration
  • Referral sources

Analytics tools used:

  • Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
  • Google Search Console (GSC)

This information is used for performance measurement and website optimization.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Enable site functionality
  • Improve performance
  • Analyze traffic patterns

You may control cookies through your browser settings.

Some pages may include embedded third-party content, which may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

SMS Communications

If you provide your mobile number and opt in to receive SMS notifications, we may use your phone number to:

  • Confirm appointments
  • Send service-related updates
  • Respond to support inquiries

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

SMS consent records are retained for up to 24 months for compliance purposes.

We do not use SMS information for advertising without separate consent.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Schedule consultations
  • Deliver requested services
  • Provide service updates
  • Improve website performance
  • Maintain security

We do not sell your personal information.

How We Share Information

We may share limited data with:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers (Google)
  • Service partners necessary to deliver IT services
  • Legal authorities if required by law

We do not sell or trade personal information.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide services
  • Meet legal obligations

Information is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer required.

Data Security

We implement administrative and technical safeguards including:

  • Encrypted data transmission
  • Secure hosting environments
  • Access controls
  • Monitoring and logging

While no system guarantees absolute security, we apply industry-standard protections consistent with IT governance practices.

Data Breach Notification

If a confirmed data breach affects your personal information, we will notify affected individuals in accordance with applicable laws.

Your Privacy Rights

California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information

We do not sell personal information.

Requests may be submitted to: [email protected]

Virginia Residents (Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act)

Virginia residents have the right to:

  • Confirm whether we process personal data
  • Access personal data
  • Correct inaccuracies
  • Delete personal data
  • Obtain a copy of personal data

Requests may be submitted to: [email protected]

We respond within legally required timeframes.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted at:

https://principalitc.com/privacy-policy

Updated Cookie Banner Text (Aligned With This Policy)

“We use cookies and Google Analytics to improve website performance and understand visitor behavior. By clicking ‘Accept,’ you consent to our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy.”