Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 6, 2025
Apello Consulting, INC ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information and outlines your rights under applicable U.S. state privacy laws.
CONSENT
By visiting or browsing the Website, you consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of Personal Information as set forth in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Identifiers: Name, address, email, phone number, IP address
- Professional Information: Job title, employer, business contact details
- Legal Matter Details: Documents, case notes, and other client-provided materials
- Internet or Technical Data: Browser type, cookies, pages visited, device identifiers
- Financial Data (if applicable): Billing or payment-related information
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, “Personal Information” shall mean individually identifiable information from or about an individual.
We do not collect sensitive personal information as defined by state privacy laws, unless voluntarily provided and necessary for representation.
NON-PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION: We may collect Non-Personal Identification Information about you whenever you interact with the Website. Non-Personal Identification Information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about your means of connection to the Website, such as the operating system and the internet service providers utilized and other similar information. The Website may also gather anonymous Non-Personal Identification Information that does not personally identify you, but that may be helpful for marketing purposes or for improving your experience on the Website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Provide and manage legal consulting services
- Communicate with you
- Process payments and billing
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Improve our services and website
We do not use your information for profiling, automated decision-making, or targeted advertising.
In addition, We may use your Personal Information in the following ways:
- Significant Announcements: We may use your name and e-mail address information to inform you via e-mail message of any significant changes to the Website or services or other significant information that may affect your use of the Website or services.
- Product Information and Sales Promotions: We may use your e-mail address information that you have provided to contact you about product and service offers.
- Third-Party Agents: We may permit Our third-party agents, service providers and subcontractors to access your Personal Information, but they are only permitted to do so in connection with performing services and/or to operate the Website and/or services. They are not authorized to use your Personal Information for their own benefit.
3. Disclosure of Information
We may disclose personal information to the following categories of third parties:
- Service providers (e.g., secure cloud storage, invoicing platforms) under confidentiality agreements
- Government or legal authorities if required by law
- Other parties with your consent
We do not sell or “share” your personal data (as defined under California law).
RELEASE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION: We reserve the right to release current or past Personal Information: (i) in the event that We believe that the Website and/or services is/are being or has/have been used in violation of the Terms Of Use, or to commit unlawful acts; (ii) if the information is subpoenaed; provided, however, that, where permitted by applicable law, We shall provide you with e-mail notice, and opportunity to challenge the subpoena, prior to disclosure of any personal information pursuant to a subpoena; or (iii) if Company is sold, merged or acquired; provided, however, that if Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or sale of all or a portion of its assets, you will be notified via email and/or a prominent notice on the Website of any change in ownership or uses of your Personal Information, as well as any choices that you may have regarding your personal information.
ANALYTICS: We may use third-party Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of Our products and services. Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of Our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network.
You can opt-out by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
For more information on Google’s privacy practices, visit: http://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/
BEHAVIORAL REMARKETING: The Company uses Google AdWords remarketing service to advertise to you on third-party websites after you have visited Our Website. We and our vendors use cookies to inform, optimize, and serve ads based on your past visits.
To manage these settings, visit: http://www.google.com/settings/ads
SECURITY: Personal Information you provide is stored on secure servers. While we implement safeguards, no system is 100% secure. Your transmission of information is at your own risk.
Only employees or agents needing personal data to perform specific functions are granted access. In case of a breach, we will notify affected individuals and regulators in accordance with applicable laws.
4. State-Specific Privacy Rights
California (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share data)
- Limit use of sensitive personal information (not applicable in our case)
You may submit a request by emailing us at team@apelloconsulting.com. We will verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), and Utah (UCPA)
Residents of these states may:
- Confirm whether we are processing your personal data
- Access and obtain a copy of your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of processing for profiling or targeted advertising (we do not engage in these activities)
To exercise your rights, contact us at team@apelloconsulting.com. If we deny your request, you may appeal by responding to our denial notice.
5. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure.
6. Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and enforce our agreements.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies for basic functionality and performance analytics. You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings.
8. Third-Party Links
We may link to external websites. This policy does not apply to those websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If you are a California resident under the age of 18 and a registered user, California Business and Professions Code Section 22581 permits you to request removal of content you've posted. Send requests to team@apelloconsulting.com. Note that complete removal is not always legally guaranteed.
OPT-OUT/UNSUBSCRIBE
To opt out of receiving emails or advertising communications from us, follow the instructions included in those messages.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Information
For any questions or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
Apello Consulting
4370 Chicago Drive SW Ste 118
Grandville, MI 49525
Email: team@apelloconsulting.com
Phone: (888) 595-1014