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Privacy Policy

Privacy is important to Oil & Gas Workers Association. The following describes the information we collect and the ways we use that information. By using www.ogwausa.com (the “Website”) and engaging with our services and products (collectively, the “Services”), you are consenting to the collection, use, sharing, and storage of your personal information, as described below. This Privacy Policy supplements and is incorporated into our Terms of Service which, together with this Privacy Policy and our other online policies, govern your use of the Services. We have endeavored to make this Privacy Policy as clear as possible. If, however, you have any questions, comments or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please send us an email at support@ogwausa.com.

The terms “OGWA” or “us” or “we” or “our” refer to Oil & Gas Workers Association, Inc., the owner of the Services. The terms “you” or “your” refer to the user or viewer of the Services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from those who visit and interact with our Services. This information may include:

  • full name, email address, physical address, and phone number;

  • credit card and payment information; and

  • interests, comments, requests, and other information you may offer.

The categories of personal information we collect depend on whether you are a customer, user, or visitor, and the requirements of then-applicable law (collectively, “Personal Information”). We may also automatically collect other information as you interact with the Services. We may collect and maintain device, browser, and operating system information, your Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, Services visits, page response times, download errors, length of visits to certain pages, and page interaction information (such as swipes, share lists, and recommendations). We also may automatically collect information from cookies that are placed throughout the Services. Generally, this information is collected in aggregate form, which means we cannot personally identify you through these mechanisms. We may also automatically collect other information as you interact with the Services. We may collect and maintain device, browser, and operating system information, your Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, Services visits, page response times, download errors, length of visits to certain pages, and page interaction information (such as swipes, share lists, and recommendations). We also may automatically collect information from cookies that are placed throughout the Services. Generally, this information is collected in aggregate form, which means we cannot personally identify you through these mechanisms.  

The above information may also be collected by third-party service providers, such as Shopify/or any other Third Party Entity.

2. We collect certain information using the following technologies:

  • “Cookies” are data files that are placed on your device or computer and often include an anonymous unique identifier. For more information about cookies, and how to disable cookies, visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org.

  • “Log files” track actions occurring on the Site, and collect data including your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.

  • “Web beacons”, “tags”, and “pixels” are electronic files used to record information about how you browse the Site.

3. How do we use your personal information?

We use this information to facilitate the provision of your requested services, such as to fulfill orders. We use this information to facilitate the provision of your requested services, such as to fulfill orders.

4. Sharing your Personal Information

We do not share your information for commercial purposes. However, we may share your information in the following ways:

  • With service providers: We may share your information with third parties that perform tasks on our behalf and that help us better provide our Services to you.

  • To protect us, our users, or to law enforcement officials: We may share your information to comply with legal processes (including to comply with the law, to enforce our Terms of Service, or to respond to subpoenas, discovery requests, or similar legal processes or proceedings), cooperate with law enforcement or when we believe it is prudent to share information with legal authorities, and investigate and prevent fraud or imminent harm to you, our users, or to us. We may also share your information to ensure the security of our network and services.

  • In the event of a business transfer: We may share your information with another entity as a result of a corporate sale, merger, consolidation, asset sale, or in the unlikely event of bankruptcy or we go out of business. User information is generally considered an asset that is transferred in one of these types of corporate transactions.

  • With your consent: We may also share your information in other circumstances when we have obtained your consent.

5. Consent to Data Processing in the United States

Whether you are a resident of the United States, the European Economic Area, or any other global jurisdiction, we may send and store your personal information outside of the country in which you reside. We currently store your data in the United States. By using our Services and consenting to this Privacy Policy, you agree and hereby consent to the storage and processing of your Personal Data in the United States.

6. Third Parties

Your information may be held by third parties or we may link to other sites or applications not affiliated, owned, or controlled by us. When you click on a link or an advertisement, you will be directed to that third party’s website. The fact that we link to a third party’s website or advertisement does not in any way create a relationship between us and that third party. We do not endorse or represent any third parties. The privacy practices of any third parties are outside the scope of this Privacy Policy and their use or disclosure of your information (including your personal information) will be governed by their own privacy practices or policies. We encourage you to review the privacy practices or policies of those third parties.

7. SMS for Account Verification (OTP)

one-time password (OTP), as the name suggests, is a single-use, temporary code generated by a secure system. It adds an extra layer of security to the authentication process, ensuring that only the rightful account owner gains access. OTP authentication with SMS typically involves the transmission of this unique code to the user, who must enter it within a specified time frame. 

One of the easiest and most important methods of delivering OTPs to users is over text, which can be transmitted safely through encrypted messaging apps and encrypted SMS. The account holder receives an OTP message, and can enter the code into the account to gain access.

8. Google Analytics and Advertising

We use Google Analytics to better understand how users interact with the Platform. For information on Google Analytics’ information handling practices and how you can control the use of information sent to Google, please visit: www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/. To disable Google Analytics, please download and install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-On, which is available here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/.  We may also utilize certain forms of display advertising and other advanced features through Google Analytics, such as Remarketing with Google Analytics, Google Display Network Impression Reporting, the DoubleClick Campaign Manager Integration, and Google Analytics Demographics and Interest Reporting. These features enable us to use first-party cookies (such as the Google Analytics cookie) and third-party cookies (such as the DoubleClick or Google Dynamic Remarketing advertising cookie) together to inform, optimize, and display advertisements based on your past visits to the Platform. You may control your advertising preferences or opt out of certain Google advertising products by visiting the Google Ads Preferences Manager, currently available at: https://google.com/ads/preferences or by visiting the NAI opt-out tool linked to above.  

9. Do not track

Please note that we do not alter our Site’s data collection and use practices when we see a Do Not Track signal from your browser.

10. Your Rights

If you would like to access, modify, or delete your personal information, you may submit a request to support@ogwausa.com. For more information or to see if these rights apply to you, please contact us. We will promptly review all such requests in accordance with applicable laws. Additionally, if you are a European resident we note that we are processing your information in order to fulfill contracts we might have with you (for example if you make an order through the Site), or otherwise to pursue our legitimate business interests listed above. Additionally, please note that your information will be transferred outside of Europe, including to Canada and the United States.

11. Data Retention

When you place an order through the Site, we will maintain your order information, including all provided Personal Information, for our records unless and until you ask us to delete this information.

12. Security

The security of your information is important to us. We maintain various safeguards in order to keep your personal information safe. We always strive to do our best to protect your information, but we cannot guarantee that your information will always be secure. However, you can play your part in ensuring your information remains secure. You should never disclose your login credentials or personal information with anyone else, and you should keep such information in a safe and confidential manner. You should also adopt passwords that are hard to decipher and be sure to log out of your account whenever it is not being used by you. We will notify you, by email or through the Services, if we believe your information has been breached. Such notification will be made to you as soon as practically possible given our need to determine the scope of such breach and to comply with the needs of law enforcement. Please note that you transmit your personal information at your own risk and that we are not responsible for any deliberate or accidental circumvention of our privacy and security measures.

13. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act

The Services are intended for general audiences and is not directed to children under 13 years old. We do not target this Services to children under 13, and we do not intentionally collect any information from users under 13. If you become aware that your child has used the Services, and we may have personal information about a user under 13, please contact us at support@ogwausa.com, so we may delete the information.

14. Cookies

Cookies are small bits of electronic information that a website or application sends to your browser and are stored on your hard drive. We use cookies to identify users, track your behavior on the Website, keep the Services secure, and improve the Services’ performance. Some cookies are necessary in order to use the Services, and these cannot be disabled. Other cookies are not required to browse our Services and may be disabled or deleted, but this may prevent you from properly using the Services. Most browsers allow you to adjust your cookie settings, which can be done through your browser’s settings. Third-party services, such as Shopify, may employ cookies on the Services in order to better perform their services. We have no control over third-party cookies, and therefore, disclaim any and all liability related to third-party cookies.

15. Supplemental Privacy Rights

If you are a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, Utah or Vermont resident, the law may provide you with additional rights regarding our use of your Personal Information. Please review our Supplemental Privacy Policy[DF1] carefully to learn more about these rights. 

16. Appealing Privacy Rights Decisions

Depending on your U.S. state residency, you may have the right to appeal a decision we have made in connection with your privacy rights request. To appeal a decision, please contact support@ogwausa.com. If you are unsatisfied with the way that we have handled your appeal, you may have the right to complain to your state’s Attorney General.  

17. Changes and Updates to Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically, and this will be reflected by the date above. Please revisit this page to stay aware of any changes. Your continued use of the Services constitutes your agreement to this Privacy Policy and any future revisions.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us by email at the following address: support@ogwausa.com

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