Privacy Policy

This privacy policy outlines how Monte Cristo Engineering & Development ("MCED", "Company", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects any information you provide when using our websites, mobile apps, social media pages, or other products and services offered by us ("Services"). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy. If we request identifiable information from you while using our Services, rest assured it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement, as updated periodically.

Links to Other Websites, Apps, and Services

Our Services may include links to third-party websites, apps, or services of interest. Please note that once you leave our site via these links, we have no control over those third-party platforms. Consequently, we cannot be responsible for the protection or privacy of any information you share on those sites or services, which are not governed by this privacy statement. Exercise caution and review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or services you visit.

Collection of Your Information

We collect or receive information about your interactions with us. Depending on your use of our Services, this may include, without limitation:

Registration-related information (e.g., name, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, occupation, or data imported from social log-in permissions);
Details about your use of our Services, including frequency, responses to offerings, and advertisements;
Search data from our websites or Services and how you utilize the results;
Transaction-related data (e.g., payment methods, billing information, credit card details, purchase history);
Customer service interactions related to your use of our Services;
Location data;
Information about devices, connections, and methods used to access our Services;
Publicly posted content using our tools;
Usage Data (e.g., IP addresses, URI addresses, browser details, visit duration, page sequences), which may be collected automatically and could be used to indirectly identify you;
Personal information from communications (e.g., emails, calls) and third-party sources (e.g., database vendors).

In some regions, including the European Economic Area (EEA), this information may be considered "personal data" under applicable data protection laws.

Your information may be enhanced with additional data from other companies, such as publicly available records or household information we append or match.

We may also gather technical data (e.g., browser type, IP address, referring/exiting websites) to enhance security or improve your experience while using our Services.

How Your Information May Be Used

Your information may be used for purposes including, but not limited to:

Operating and improving our Services;
Personalizing content and advertisements;
Fulfilling requests for tools, features, or services;
Communicating with you and addressing inquiries;
Conducting research on product usage;
Offering relevant products or services;
Providing customer support and technical assistance;
Managing your account;
Creating user profiles and de-identified analytics.

We may fully utilize Usage Data to enhance service, customize experiences, analyze trends, and administer our Services.

We use cookies, flash cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies with your information to improve and personalize your experience. You can accept or decline some cookies via browser settings, though disabling them may affect certain Service functionalities. Third-party vendors or services may also use cookies (subject to their privacy policies) for advertising and analytics. You can opt out of specific tracking via Google Ads Settings (https://www.google.com/ads/preferences/), Google Analytics (https://adssettings.google.com/), or the Network Advertising Initiative Opt-out Page.

Sharing of Your Information

We do not rent or sell your personally identifiable information (e.g., name, address, telephone number, credit card details) to unaffiliated third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information with third parties to fulfill requests, with your consent, or as outlined herein.

Aggregated, non-personally identifiable data may be shared publicly or with partners. Your online communications or user data may be disclosed in response to lawful requests, legal processes, or to address security threats.

Our Services may integrate third-party features or functionalities (e.g., via APIs or plugins), subject to their privacy policies. Business partners may receive group data, but not personally identifiable information, unless permitted here. Agents or contractors assisting with our Services are limited to necessary access.

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business transfer, your information may be transferred, with notice provided if material changes occur. Personal information may be stored or processed in the United States or other countries where we or our affiliates operate, and you consent to such transfers.

Display of Advertising

Your information may be used to display tailored advertisements. We may share user data (e.g., age, zip code) with ad networks to deliver relevant content, subject to their privacy policies. You can opt out through the respective providers or contact us for assistance.

Your Choices about Your Information

You may limit the collection or use of your personal information by:

Selecting what to include when filling out forms, and opting out of direct marketing where available;
Editing your registration information via your account settings (note that residual or indexed data may persist);
Contacting us to withdraw consent for marketing purposes.

Our Commitment to Security

We implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of your information, though we cannot guarantee absolute protection. Passwords or other authentication technologies may be used to verify your identity and secure your data.

Your California Privacy Rights – California Consumer Privacy Act

For California residents, we do not sell personal information to unaffiliated third parties for their marketing purposes. You may opt out of disclosures to third parties for direct marketing by contacting us at info@montecristoengdev.com. Under the CCPA, you can request to know or delete your personal information by emailing info@montecristoengdev.com (subject: "Request to Know" or "Request to Delete"). We will confirm receipt within 10 days, respond within 45 days (with a possible 45-day extension), and verify your identity using limited data, which will not be retained for other purposes. We search records for the prior 12 months. California residents may also request disclosure under the "Shine The Light" law by emailing david@montecristoengdev.com (subject: "California Shine The Light Request").

Residents of other states with similar rights can inquire at info@montecristoengdev.com.

Your Rights as a Visitor from the European Economic Area (EEA)

If you are an EEA resident, our legal basis for processing your personal data includes consent, contract performance, or legitimate interests, unless overridden by your rights. You may withdraw consent or exercise rights (e.g., access, deletion, portability) by contacting us at info@montecristoengdev.com. Withdrawal does not affect prior lawful processing.

Data Storage and Retention (International Transfers)

Your personal information may be stored in the United States or processed in other countries by our service providers, compliant with local laws. We retain it as needed for Services, legal obligations, or as permitted.

Do Not Track Disclosures (EEA and California)

We do not currently honor "Do Not Track" signals due to inconsistent browser communication. Adjust your browser settings to limit tracking, though this may impact Service features. We may reevaluate this policy as technology evolves.

How to Contact Us

For questions or to update/delete your information, contact us at info@montecristoengdev.com or +1-303-330-8547. We may verify your identity and may reject repetitive or impractical requests.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically; continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of changes.

Last Updated: September 1, 2025