Privacy Policy

Your privacy is our priority. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025

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TrustGuard Pro Escrow & Trust Inc. ("TrustGuard Pro," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our escrow services and visit our website. As a licensed escrow company, we maintain the highest standards of data protection to ensure your trust and confidence.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or use our escrow services
  • Initiate or participate in a transaction
  • Contact our customer support team
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
  • Complete identity verification procedures
  • Submit documentation for transaction purposes

This information may include:

Identity Information:

Full name, date of birth, government-issued ID, Social Security number, passport information

Contact Information:

Email address, phone number, mailing address, business address

Financial Information:

Bank account details, payment card information, wire transfer details, credit information

Transaction Information:

Purchase details, transaction history, communications, documentation

Business Information:

Company name, business license, EIN, authorized representatives

Verification Data:

Background checks, compliance screening, risk assessment information

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website or use our services, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

Technical Information:

  • IP address and geolocation data
  • Browser type, version, and settings
  • Operating system and device information
  • Screen resolution and device capabilities
  • Network connection type

Usage Information:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Click-through rates and navigation patterns
  • Search queries and preferences
  • Feature usage and interaction data
  • Session duration and frequency

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

Process and facilitate escrow transactions, verify identities, prevent fraud, and ensure secure fund transfers.

Account Management

Create and maintain your account, provide customer support, and send transaction notifications.

Legal Compliance

Comply with legal obligations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) requirements.

Service Improvement

Analyze usage patterns, improve our services, develop new features, and enhance user experience.

Marketing Communications

Send promotional materials, newsletters, and service updates (with your consent).

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Transaction Parties

With other parties involved in your escrow transaction (buyers, sellers, brokers) as necessary to complete the transaction.

Service Providers

With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business (payment processors, identity verification services, cloud hosting providers).

Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Data Security

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption

256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission and AES-256 encryption for data at rest.

Access Controls

Multi-factor authentication, role-based access controls, and regular security audits.

Monitoring

24/7 security monitoring, intrusion detection systems, and automated threat response.

Compliance

SOC 2 Type II certified, PCI DSS compliant, and regular third-party security assessments.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Right to Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.

Right to Portability

Receive your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Opt-Out

Opt-out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

Email: legal@trustguardproinc.com

Phone: +1-415-801-2270

Mail: TrustGuard Pro Privacy Office, 548 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94104

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

Cookie TypePurposeDuration
Essential CookiesRequired for website functionality and securitySession/1 year
Performance CookiesAnalyze website usage and improve performance2 years
Functional CookiesRemember your preferences and settings1 year
Marketing CookiesDeliver relevant advertisements and track campaigns1 year

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy decisions recognizing equivalent data protection standards
  • Binding Corporate Rules for intra-group transfers
  • Your explicit consent where required by law

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at privacy@trustguardpro.com, and we will take prompt action to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting a prominent notice on our website
  • Sending an email notification to your registered email address
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Office

Email

legal@trustguardproinc.com

Phone

+1-415-801-2270

Address

548 Market Street
San Francisco, CA 94104
United States

Data Protection Officer

Email

support@trustguardproinc.com

Role

Oversees data protection compliance and handles privacy inquiries

Questions About Your Privacy?

Our privacy team is here to help. Contact us anytime with your concerns or questions.