Privacy Policy

Lin Tao, operating through Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd., respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website at https://www.lintao.autos or engage with our computer systems design and integration services. By accessing or using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

The data controller responsible for your personal information is Lin Tao, operating as Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd., a company registered in the People's Republic of China. Our principal place of business is located at Honghuagang District, Wanli Road, Baiyang Road No. 26, Zunyi City - 563000, China. For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at inquiry@lintao.autos or by telephone at +1 (251) 399-2842.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us and information that is automatically collected when you interact with our website or services. The categories of information we may collect include the following:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: When you reach out through our website contact form, send us an email, or call us, we collect your name, email address, telephone number, company name, job title, and any other information you choose to include in your message.
• Project and Service Inquiries: When you inquire about our computer systems design, integration, or consulting services, we may collect details about your organization, technical environment, project requirements, budgets, timelines, and other business information necessary to evaluate and respond to your request.
• Client Account Information: If you engage our services, we collect information necessary to manage the client relationship, including billing addresses, payment details, authorized contact persons, and communication preferences.
• Newsletter and Marketing Subscriptions: If you opt in to receive our newsletter or marketing communications, we collect your email address and preferences regarding the types of content you wish to receive.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Log Data: When you visit our website, our servers automatically record information sent by your browser. This includes your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, the date and time of your visit, and the amount of time spent on each page.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand how visitors interact with our content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent; however, some features of our website may not function properly without them.
• Analytics Data: We use third-party analytics services, including Google Analytics, to collect and analyze de-identified information about website usage. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to track interactions and generate reports about visitor behavior. The data collected by these services is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
• Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our website, including hardware model, screen resolution, language settings, and network information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes, and only where we have a lawful basis to do so:

3.1 Service Delivery and Client Management

• To respond to your inquiries and provide information about our computer systems design and integration services
• To prepare proposals, project plans, and service agreements tailored to your requirements
• To deliver contracted services, including systems architecture design, integration engineering, cloud migration, cybersecurity assessment, and technical consulting
• To communicate with you about project milestones, deliverables, and support matters
• To process invoices, payments, and manage billing relationships
• To provide ongoing technical support and maintenance services

3.2 Business Operations

• To improve and optimize our website, services, and client experience based on usage analytics and feedback
• To monitor and analyze trends, usage patterns, and the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, security incidents, or fraudulent activity
• To comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests from public authorities, and enforce our Terms of Service
• To maintain internal records and support audit requirements

3.3 Marketing and Communications

• To send you newsletters, industry insights, service updates, and promotional content if you have opted in to receive such communications
• To inform you about new service offerings, case studies, or events that may be relevant to your interests
• To personalize your experience on our website and tailor content based on your stated preferences

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email we send or by contacting us directly at inquiry@lintao.autos. Opting out of marketing will not affect our ability to send you service-related communications necessary for ongoing client relationships.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data only where we have a valid legal basis to do so. Depending on the nature of your interaction with us, the applicable legal bases may include:

• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you, such as delivering the systems design and integration services you have engaged us to provide, or taking steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, including improving our website, analyzing service performance, marketing our services to existing clients, and ensuring the security of our systems. We balance these interests against your rights and interests before relying on this basis.
• Consent: Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose, such as subscribing to a newsletter or accepting non-essential cookies. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests.

5. How We Share Your Information

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

5.1 Service Providers

We engage trusted third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services and perform business functions on our behalf. These service providers have access to your personal information only to the extent necessary to perform their functions and are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data. Categories of service providers include:

• Cloud Infrastructure and Hosting Providers: Companies that provide data storage, hosting, and computing infrastructure services used to operate our website and internal systems.
• Analytics Services: Providers such as Google Analytics that help us understand website traffic and user behavior through aggregated and anonymized data.
• Communication Tools: Email delivery services and customer relationship management platforms that enable us to communicate with clients and manage inquiries.
• Payment Processors: Third-party payment services that process billing transactions on our behalf. We do not store full credit card numbers or financial account credentials on our own systems.
• Professional Advisors: Legal counsel, auditors, and consultants who may need to access limited information in connection with their advisory services to our company.

5.2 Legal and Compliance Disclosures

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in the good-faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation, court order, or governmental request
• Protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of Lin Tao, Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd., our clients, or the public
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with our services
• Enforce our Terms of Service or other agreements

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via prominent notice on our website and by email before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent or at your direction.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. The specific retention periods depend on the nature of the data and the purposes of processing:

• Client Project Data: Retained for the duration of the client relationship plus a period of seven years following project completion to meet legal, tax, and audit obligations.
• Inquiry and Correspondence Records: Retained for three years from the date of last communication unless a client relationship is established.
• Website Analytics Data: Retained in aggregated or anonymized form for up to 26 months, after which individual-level identifiers are permanently removed.
• Marketing Consent Records: Retained for as long as your consent remains valid, plus a reasonable period to demonstrate compliance with consent requirements.
• Server Logs: Retained for up to 90 days for security monitoring and incident investigation purposes.

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete, anonymize, or destroy it in accordance with our data disposal procedures.

7. Data Security

We implement and maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the personal information we collect and process. Our security measures include:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our website is protected using Transport Layer Security (TLS) encryption. Sensitive data stored on our systems is encrypted at rest using industry-standard encryption algorithms.
• Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who require it for legitimate business purposes. We enforce role-based access controls, unique user credentials, and multi-factor authentication where supported.
• Network Security: Our infrastructure is protected by firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and regular vulnerability scanning. We maintain security monitoring and incident response procedures to detect and respond to potential threats.
• Vendor Risk Management: We assess the security practices of third-party service providers before engaging them and periodically review their compliance with our security requirements.
• Employee Training: All personnel with access to personal data receive training on data protection obligations, secure handling practices, and incident reporting procedures.

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is absolutely secure. We cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction will never occur. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by applicable law.

8. International Data Transfers

As a company headquartered in Zunyi, Guizhou Province, China, your personal information may be processed and stored on servers located in China and in other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate. These jurisdictions may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country of residence.

When we transfer personal data across borders, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection. These safeguards may include:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant data protection authorities
• Transfer to countries that have been recognized as providing an adequate level of data protection
• Binding corporate rules or other approved transfer mechanisms where applicable

By using our website and services, you understand and consent to the transfer of your information to facilities in China and other countries where we operate.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:

9.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you and, where technically feasible, to receive it in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. We will provide this information within the timeframe required by applicable law.

9.2 Rectification

If you believe that the personal information we hold about you is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date, you have the right to request that we correct or update it. We encourage you to keep your contact information current so we can serve you effectively.

9.3 Deletion

You may request that we delete the personal information we hold about you, subject to certain exceptions. We may retain information where required by law, necessary for the establishment or defense of legal claims, or needed for legitimate business purposes such as maintaining financial records.

9.4 Restriction of Processing

You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, such as while we verify the accuracy of contested data or consider an objection to processing.

9.5 Objection to Processing

You have the right to object to processing of your personal data where we rely on legitimate interests as the legal basis. We will cease processing unless we demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds that override your interests, rights, and freedoms.

9.6 Withdrawal of Consent

Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal.

9.7 Complaint to Supervisory Authority

If you believe our processing of your personal data violates applicable data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority in your country of residence or the country where the alleged infringement occurred.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at inquiry@lintao.autos or write to us at our business address: Honghuagang District, Wanli Road, Baiyang Road No. 26, Zunyi City - 563000, China. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law, and we may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

10.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently and to provide information to website operators. Cookies may be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).

10.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the website functions.
• Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us measure and improve the performance of our site. For example, we use Google Analytics to analyze which pages are most visited and how users navigate through our content.
• Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
• Targeting and Advertising Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. Currently, we do not run targeted advertising campaigns, but we may do so in the future.

10.3 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically configure your browser to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or notify you when a cookie is set. Each browser is different; please consult the help menu of your browser for specific instructions. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this website and many other websites you visit.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the privacy policy of every website you visit. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by Lin Tao and Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd. through our website and services.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal data without verified parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information from our systems promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at inquiry@lintao.autos.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, operational requirements, legal obligations, or for other legitimate reasons. When we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the revised policy on this page with an updated effective date and, where appropriate, by sending an email notification to clients with whom we have an active relationship.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms unless applicable law requires us to obtain your explicit consent.

14. Dispute Resolution

If you have a complaint about our handling of your personal information, we encourage you to contact us first so that we may attempt to resolve the issue directly. Our contact details are:

• Email: inquiry@lintao.autos
• Phone: +1 (251) 399-2842
• Mail: Lin Tao, Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd., Honghuagang District, Wanli Road, Baiyang Road No. 26, Zunyi City - 563000, China

If we are unable to resolve your concern, you may have the right to pursue binding arbitration or other dispute resolution mechanisms as provided by applicable law in your jurisdiction.

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Zunyi, Guizhou Province, China, unless otherwise required by mandatory consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We take all privacy inquiries seriously and will respond promptly.

• Organization: Zunyi Liulintao Network Technology Co., Ltd.
• Developer: Lin Tao
• Address: Honghuagang District, Wanli Road, Baiyang Road No. 26, Zunyi City - 563000, China
• Email: inquiry@lintao.autos
• Phone: +1 (251) 399-2842
• Website: https://www.lintao.autos