Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025
At YesNet, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our internet services and interact with our website.
Table of Contents
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing address, service address
- Payment Information: Credit/debit card numbers, bank account information, billing history
- Identity Verification: Social Security Number (last 4 digits), driver's license number (when required)
- Communications: Customer service inquiries, feedback, survey responses
- Service Preferences: Plan selections, feature preferences, opt-in/opt-out choices
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically
When you use our services, we automatically collect certain information:
- Usage Data: Bandwidth usage, connection times, data transfer volumes
- Device Information: IP address, MAC address, device type, operating system
- Network Data: Connection quality, latency, packet loss statistics
- Website Analytics: Pages visited, click patterns, referral sources, browser type
- Location Data: Service address, approximate geographic location based on IP address
1.3 Information From Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Credit reporting agencies for credit checks
- Marketing partners and advertising networks
- Public databases and directories
- Social media platforms (when you interact with our social media pages)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 Service Delivery
- Provide and maintain internet services
- Process and manage your account
- Handle billing and payment processing
- Provide customer support and technical assistance
- Send service-related communications and updates
2.2 Service Improvement
- Monitor and analyze network performance
- Develop new features and services
- Conduct research and analytics
- Personalize your experience
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
2.3 Marketing and Communications
- Send promotional offers and newsletters (with your consent)
- Provide targeted advertising
- Conduct surveys and gather feedback
- Notify you about changes to our services or policies
2.4 Legal and Compliance
- Comply with legal obligations and regulations
- Respond to legal requests and court orders
- Enforce our terms and conditions
- Protect rights, property, and safety
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf:
- Payment processors and billing services
- Customer service platforms
- Email and communication services
- Analytics and monitoring tools
- Technical support and maintenance providers
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or in response to:
- Court orders and subpoenas
- Government requests and regulatory requirements
- Law enforcement investigations
- Protection of rights and prevention of fraud
3.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
3.4 Consent
We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.
5. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
5.1 Technical Safeguards
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure servers and data centers
- Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Access controls and authentication protocols
5.2 Organizational Measures
- Employee training on data protection
- Limited access on a need-to-know basis
- Confidentiality agreements with employees and contractors
- Incident response and breach notification procedures
5.3 Your Security Responsibilities
You can help protect your information by:
- Keeping your account credentials confidential
- Using strong, unique passwords
- Logging out of your account when finished
- Notifying us of any unauthorized access
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Maintain business records
Retention Periods
- Active Accounts: Information retained while account is active
- Billing Records: 7 years after last transaction
- Customer Communications: 3 years after resolution
- Marketing Data: Until opt-out or consent withdrawal
- Legal Holds: As required by law or litigation
7. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 Access and Portability
You can request:
- Access to your personal information
- A copy of your data in a portable format
- Information about how we use your data
7.2 Correction and Deletion
You can request:
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Restriction of processing in certain circumstances
7.3 Opt-Out Rights
You can opt out of:
- Marketing emails and communications
- Targeted advertising
- Sale or sharing of personal information (where applicable)
- Automated decision-making (where applicable)
7.4 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise your privacy rights:
- Contact us at privacy@yesnet.com
- Call us at 870-270-4087
- Submit a request through your account portal
- Use the unsubscribe link in marketing emails
8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
8.1 Right to Know
You can request information about:
- Categories of personal information collected
- Sources of personal information
- Business purposes for collection
- Categories of third parties with whom we share information
8.2 Right to Delete
You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
8.3 Right to Opt-Out
You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
8.4 Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
8.5 Authorized Agents
You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. The agent must provide proof of authorization.
8.6 Shine the Light
California residents may request information about disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.
For accounts of minors aged 13-17, we require parental or guardian consent. Parents may review and request deletion of their child's information by contacting us.
10. International Users
Our services are primarily intended for users in the United States. If you access our services from outside the United States:
- Your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States
- U.S. laws may differ from your jurisdiction's laws
- By using our services, you consent to this transfer and processing
- We implement appropriate safeguards for international data transfers
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- For material changes, we will notify you via email or account notification
- We may require you to acknowledge the updated policy
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
YesNet Privacy Team
Email: privacy@yesnet.com
Phone: 870-270-4087
Mail: YesNet Privacy Department
[Address Line 1]
[City, State ZIP]
Privacy Portal: www.yesnet.com/privacy
Data Protection Officer
For privacy-related inquiries and to exercise your rights, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@yesnet.com
Additional Information
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Do Not Track Signals
We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. However, you can control tracking through cookie settings and opt-out mechanisms described in this policy.
Accessibility
We are committed to making our privacy practices accessible to all users. If you need this policy in an alternative format, please contact us.