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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 25, 2025

Leading Edge Integration ("we," "us," "our," or "LEI") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services, visit our website, or engage with us through various communication channels, including SMS text messaging.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

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

  • Request information about our services
  • Contact us via phone, email, or through our website
  • Sign up to receive SMS text messages or other communications
  • Enter into a service agreement with us
  • Subscribe to our newsletters or marketing communications
  • Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
  • Provide feedback or testimonials

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number, physical address)
  • Business information (company name, job title, business address)
  • Communication preferences
  • Technical requirements and business needs
  • Payment and billing information
  • Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

  • IP address and device identifiers
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Date and time of visits

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:

  • Business partners and service providers
  • Public databases and data aggregators
  • Social media platforms (if you interact with us there)
  • Analytics and marketing service providers

2. SMS Text Messaging Program

2.1 Program Overview

Leading Edge Integration may offer SMS text messaging services to communicate with customers and prospects regarding service updates, appointment reminders, technical support, promotional offers, and other business-related communications. Participation in our SMS program is voluntary and requires your prior express written consent.

2.2 Consent and Opt-In

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages from us:

  • You expressly consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages from Leading Edge Integration at the mobile number you provided
  • You certify that you are the account holder or have the account holder's permission to opt in
  • You understand that consent is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services
  • You agree that your consent will be effective unless and until you revoke it

2.3 Message Frequency and Content

Message frequency varies and depends on the specific program you've opted into. Messages may include:

  • Service appointment reminders and confirmations
  • Technical support updates and notifications
  • System status alerts
  • Invoice and payment reminders
  • Promotional offers and marketing communications (if opted in)
  • Customer satisfaction surveys

2.4 Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and service plan. We do not charge for messages, but your mobile carrier may charge you for receiving text messages. Please contact your mobile carrier for details about your messaging plan.

2.5 Opt-Out and Unsubscribe

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:

  • Replying "STOP," "END," "CANCEL," "UNSUBSCRIBE," or "QUIT" to any message
  • Contacting us at 740-779-3343
  • Sending an email to the contact address provided in Section 12

After you opt out, you will receive one final confirmation message. You may also opt back in at any time by following the instructions provided or contacting us directly.

2.6 HELP Information

For assistance with our SMS program, you may:

  • Reply "HELP" to any message to receive help information
  • Call us at 740-779-3343
  • Email us at the contact address provided in Section 12

2.7 Supported Carriers

Our SMS program is supported by major U.S. wireless carriers including AT&T, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, Sprint, and others. Service availability may vary by carrier.

2.8 TCPA Compliance

We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and all applicable regulations. We will not send you automated or prerecorded marketing messages without your prior express written consent. We maintain records of all consents and opt-out requests.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various business purposes, including:

  • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our technology consulting and system integration services
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send service-related communications, and provide customer support
  • SMS Messaging: To send you text messages you've opted into receiving, including appointment reminders, service updates, and promotional offers
  • Business Operations: To process transactions, manage accounts, and maintain business records
  • Marketing: To send you marketing communications about our services, events, and promotions (only with your consent)
  • Analytics: To understand how our services are used and to improve user experience
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements
  • Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security issues

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal bases for processing your personal information include:

  • Consent: You have given explicit consent for processing (e.g., SMS opt-in)
  • Contract: Processing is necessary to perform a contract with you
  • Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with legal requirements
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided your rights don't override these interests

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • SMS messaging platform providers
  • Payment processors
  • Cloud hosting services
  • Email service providers
  • Analytics and marketing platforms
  • IT support and maintenance providers

These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and secure and to use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

5.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of all or a portion of our business or assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, government agencies).

5.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose information when we believe it is necessary to:

  • Protect our legal rights, property, or safety
  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of others
  • Prevent fraud or security threats
  • Enforce our Terms of Service or other agreements

5.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

6. 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 or permitted by law. Our retention periods are based on:

  • The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with you
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Whether there is a legal obligation to which we are subject
  • Whether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (e.g., statute of limitations, litigation, or regulatory investigations)

Specifically:

  • SMS Consent Records: We retain records of SMS opt-ins and opt-outs for at least 4 years to comply with TCPA requirements
  • Customer Information: We retain customer information for the duration of the business relationship and for 7 years thereafter
  • Financial Records: We retain billing and payment information for 7 years as required by law
  • Marketing Communications: We retain marketing preferences until you opt out or withdraw consent

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Employee training on data protection and security
  • Secure development and deployment practices
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 General Rights

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications, including SMS messages
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Restriction: You can request that we restrict the processing of your information
  • Objection: You can object to our processing of your information

8.2 GDPR Rights (EEA Residents)

If you are located in the EEA, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to withdraw consent at any time
  • The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
  • The right to object to automated decision-making

8.3 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
  • The right not to be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights

8.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days). We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. 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 any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification (if you have provided your email address)
  • Sending you an SMS notification (if you are enrolled in our SMS program)

Your continued use of our services after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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

Leading Edge Integration
P.O. Box 1686
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Phone: 740-779-3343
Email: privacy@leillc.net

For SMS-specific inquiries, you may also reply "HELP" to any message or call 740-779-3343.

13. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. When we transfer information internationally, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information, such as:

  • Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
  • Data processing agreements with service providers
  • Compliance with applicable data protection frameworks

14. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers may transmit "do not track" signals. Our website does not currently respond to these signals. However, you can adjust your privacy preferences through your browser settings.

15. Your California Privacy Rights (Shine the Light Law)

California residents may request information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. However, we do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes without your consent.

Consent Acknowledgment: By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages, or by using our services after reading this Privacy Policy, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy, including our SMS messaging practices and TCPA compliance provisions.

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