Privacy Policy

1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected by 4.0 Solutions through:

• Our website;
• Our online marketplace platform;
• User account registrations;
• Product purchases;
• Communications with users; and,
• Analytics and usage tracking technologies.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party vendors who offer products or services through the Platform. Vendor data practices are governed by their own privacy policies.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several categories of information depending on how users interact with the Platform.

2.1 Information You Provide

Users may provide personal information when:

• Creating an account;
• Making a purchase;
• Contacting customer support; or,
• Subscribing to communications.

This information may include:

• Name;
• Email address;
• Billing address;
• Company name;
• Account credentials;
• Communication content; and,
• Purchase information.

Payment card information is processed by third-party payment processors and is not stored directly by 4.0 Solutions.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When users access the Platform, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address;
• Device type;
• Browser type;
• Operating system;
• Usage patterns;
• Pages visited;
• Session duration;
• Referring websites; and,
• System logs and error reports.

This information helps us operate and improve the Platform.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

If users authenticate through third-party providers such as Google or GitHub, we may receive profile information authorized by the user, which may include:

• Name;
• Email address; and,
• Profile image.

3. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information for legitimate business purposes, including for Platform operations, communications, Platform improvement, security and fraud prevention, and legal compliance.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Platform usage. Cookies may include essential cookies (required for authentication, security, and core Platform functionality), functional cookies (store user preferences and improve Platform usability), or analytics cookies (used to understand how users interact with the Platform).

4.1 Analytics Providers

We may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to collect aggregated usage data. Users can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

4.2 Managing Cookies

Users may control cookie preferences through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Platform functionality.

5. How We Share Information

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

5.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist with payment processing, hosting infrastructure, authentication services, analytics, or communications services. These providers are contractually required to safeguard personal information.

5.2 Marketplace Vendors

When a user purchases a product through the Platform, certain information may be shared with the relevant vendor to enable license delivery, product activation, customer support, or transaction fulfillment. Vendors operate as independent data controllers and process personal information in accordance with their own privacy policies. 4.0 Solutions is not responsible for vendor privacy policies.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful government requests, enforce Platform policies, or protect the rights and safety of users or the Company.

5.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for business or legal purposes. Retention periods may include the following:

Data Type	Retention Period
Account information	While account is active
Transaction records	As required for accounting and legal compliance
Security logs	Limited operational retention
Support communications	As necessary for service improvement

Information may be retained longer where required by applicable law.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information. You acknowledge and agree that no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security. Users acknowledge that transmission of information over the internet carries inherent risks.

8. User Rights and Choices

Users may request to:

• Access personal information;
• Correct inaccurate information;
• Delete personal information; or
• Restrict certain processing.

Requests may be submitted by contacting us at the address listed below.

9. U.S. State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain U.S. states may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws. These rights may include:

• Requesting access to collected personal information;
• Requesting deletion of personal information;
• Correcting inaccurate personal information; or
• Opting out of certain data processing activities.

To exercise these rights, users may contact us at the contact information listed below.

10. International Users

The Platform is operated in the United States. If users access the Platform from outside the United States, personal information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Platform, users consent to such transfers.

11. Third-Party Websites

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, including vendor websites. 4.0 Solutions is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

4.0 Solutions may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated policies will be posted on the Platform with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

For privacy inquiries or requests regarding personal information, please contact:

4.0 Solutions LLC
Email: [email protected]