Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

In Place Impact, LLC ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the SovereignOS™ platform ("Platform"). By using the Platform, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Company or organization name and contact information
• Professional credentials and certifications
• License numbers and territorial assignments (for Sentinels)
• Background check information (for Sentinel candidates)
• Payment and billing information

2.2 Audit and Assessment Data

When you submit jurisdictional, corporate, or educational audits, we collect:

• Jurisdiction details (population, budget, geographic boundaries)
• Educational performance metrics (graduation rates, proficiency scores)
• Correctional facility data (inmate counts, recidivism rates)
• Economic indicators (tax receipts, leakage percentages)
• Corporate intentionality scores and remediation data
• Survey responses and self-assessment results

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the Platform:

• IP address, browser type, and operating system
• Pages viewed, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Device identifiers and location data
• Access logs and compliance monitoring data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Platform Operations: To provide, maintain, and improve the Platform's functionality
• Analysis and Scoring: To calculate SFS scores, CIVS scores, and other proprietary metrics
• Credential Management: To verify and manage Sentinel credentials and territorial access
• Communication: To send notifications, updates, and administrative messages
• Research and Development: To improve the Livingston-Baker Imperative methodologies
• Compliance Monitoring: To ensure adherence to territorial boundaries and licensing terms
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements

4. Data Aggregation and Anonymization

We may aggregate and anonymize audit data to create statistical analyses, benchmarks, and insights about systemic friction across jurisdictions. This aggregated data does not identify individual users or specific jurisdictions and may be used for:

• Publishing industry reports and whitepapers
• Developing predictive models and recommendations
• Sharing insights with government entities and policy makers
• Improving the SovereignOS™ methodology

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Within the Sentinel Network

Licensed Sentinels may access audit data and client information within their designated territories for the purpose of conducting assessments and providing services.

5.2 License Owners

License owners may access aggregated performance data for Sentinels operating within their licensed territories.

5.3 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as data hosting, payment processing, and background checks.

5.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or in response to valid legal process, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government requests.

5.5 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

6. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Multi-factor authentication for sensitive accounts
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Access controls and credential validation systems
• Compliance logging and territorial access monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Audit data and historical metrics may be retained indefinitely for research, benchmarking, and methodology improvement purposes.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect usage information and improve your experience on the Platform. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may limit certain Platform functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Platform and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at the contact information provided on our website.

In Place Impact LLC, 78 Folly Road Ste B9 #1356, Charleston, SC 29407, United States