Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 2025
Clearline Technology Methods (“CTM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the information of our clients, prospective clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the rights and choices you have.
By using our website, services, or engaging with CTM in any way, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following categories:
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Name, email address, phone number, and business details
- Billing information when paying for services
- Signed contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and project documentation
- Support inquiries or messages sent through our website or email
B. Payment & Financial Information
When paying invoices or connecting a bank account through Stripe Financial Connections, Stripe may share with us:
- Confirmation of account ownership
- Bank account details required for ACH payments
- Verification status or payment tokens
We do not collect or store your bank login credentials. These are securely handled by Stripe.
C. Automatically Collected Information (Website)
When you visit our website(s), we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Basic analytics data (page views, referring pages, etc.)
We do not use tracking cookies for advertising, profiling, or selling data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Processing payments and verifying bank accounts (via Stripe)
- Managing and fulfilling contracts, services, and project deliverables
- Providing support and communicating about your projects
- Operating, maintaining, and improving our websites and services
- Maintaining legal, financial, and tax records
We do not sell personal data or use it for advertising.
3. How We Share Your Information
We only share information when necessary, such as:
Service Providers
- Stripe (payment processing, bank verification)
- Hosting providers (website, app hosting, email)
Legal or Compliance
We may disclose information if required to comply with law, enforce our agreements, or protect CTM's rights and security.
We do not share or sell your data to third parties for marketing.
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encrypted communications (HTTPS, TLS)
- Secure data environments
- Strict access controls
- Vendor platforms with established security certifications (e.g., Stripe, AWS)
No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to safeguard your data.
5. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to:
- Deliver services
- Comply with legal and accounting obligations
- Maintain accurate business records
You may request deletion of your data where applicable.
6. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the information we have about you
- Request corrections
- Request deletion (where legally applicable)
- Opt out of non-essential communications
Requests can be submitted to:
support@clearlinetechmethods.com7. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for adults and business entities. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
8. External Links
Our websites may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Business Transfers
If CTM merges, restructures, or transfers operations, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets. Your privacy rights will remain protected.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, contact:
Clearline Technology Methods
Email: support@clearlinetechmethods.com
Website: https://clearlinetechmethods.com