Privacy Policy | AV Navigation IP Protection
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Introduction
AV Navigation IP Protection ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our contact form to inquire about licensing US Patent 12,001,207.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you submit our contact form, we collect only the following information:
- Name
- Email address
- Company/Organization name
- Message content
Automatically Collected Information
If you accept cookies via our consent banner, we use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data such as pages visited, time on site, and general location (country/region). This helps us understand how visitors use our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect solely to:
- Respond to your inquiries about licensing US Patent 12,001,207
- Provide information about the patent and licensing terms
- Facilitate communication regarding licensing opportunities
- Improve our website through analytics (if you consent to cookies)
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only with:
- Web3Forms (our form submission service provider)
- hCaptcha (spam protection on contact form)
- Google Analytics (if you consent to cookies)
- Legal counsel when necessary for licensing agreements
- Legal authorities if required by law
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. Specifically:
- Contact form submissions: Retained for 2 years or until licensing agreement completion
- Completed licensing agreement records: Retained per legal requirements
Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal information
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Cookies
We use a cookie consent banner that appears when you first visit our website. Cookies are only set if you click "Accept."
| Cookie Type | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Google Analytics | Anonymous usage statistics | 2 years |
| Consent | Local Storage | Remembers your cookie preference | 30 days |
If you do not accept cookies, no tracking cookies are set and Google Analytics is not loaded. You can clear your browser's local storage at any time to reset your preference.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Web3Forms | Contact form submissions | Web3Forms Privacy |
| hCaptcha | Spam protection | hCaptcha Privacy |
| Google Analytics | Website analytics (with consent) | Google Privacy |
These services may collect information as described in their respective privacy policies.
Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Secure form submission (HTTPS)
- Limited access to personal information
- Secure communication channels
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights:
- Contact Form: Contact Page
- Email: Contact us through the form on our Contact Page
You may also request:
- A copy of your personal information
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal information
- Withdrawal of consent for data processing
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For EEA residents, our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the information and the context:
- Consent: You have given clear consent for processing (e.g., contact form submission)
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., responding to licensing inquiries)
- Legal Obligations: Processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements
Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer through our Contact Page.