Privacy Policy

Your Privacy is Our Priority

We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your data.

Last Updated: January 14, 2025

Company Information

Legal Entity

Company Name: Hearbit, Inc.

Legal Form: Delaware C-Corporation

Incorporation Date: April 16, 2025

File Number: 10165782

Contact Information

Registered Address:

131 Continental Dr Suite 305

Newark, DE 19713 United States

Phone: +1 (562) 573-7305

Privacy Contact: privacy@guanxi.legal

Introduction

Hearbit, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Guanxi.legal website and related services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or use our services.

As a compliance-focused organization, we maintain the highest standards of data protection and privacy, adhering to applicable laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, job title
  • Professional Information: Industry, company size, geographic location, professional interests
  • Account Information: Username, password, subscription preferences
  • Communication Data: Messages, feedback, survey responses, newsletter interactions
  • Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely by third-party payment processors)

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information when you use our services:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through rates, referral sources
  • Cookies and Tracking: Session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies
  • Log Data: Server logs, error logs, access logs

How We Use Your Information

Primary Purposes

  • Service Delivery: Provide requested services, newsletter delivery, account management
  • Communication: Respond to inquiries, provide customer support, send service updates
  • Compliance Intelligence: Deliver relevant compliance and market intelligence content
  • Personalization: Customize content based on professional interests and geographic location

Secondary Purposes

  • Analytics: Improve our services, understand user behavior, measure content effectiveness
  • Marketing: Send promotional materials (with your consent), conduct market research
  • Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations, protect rights, prevent fraud
  • Business Operations: Internal record keeping, quality assurance, business development

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: Newsletter subscription, marketing communications, optional data processing
  • Contract Performance: Service delivery, account management, payment processing
  • Legitimate Interests: Website analytics, fraud prevention, business communications
  • Legal Compliance: Record keeping, regulatory reporting, law enforcement cooperation

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Email delivery and newsletter management
  • Payment processing and billing
  • Website hosting and content delivery
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Customer support and communication

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes, court orders, or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or security threats
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary consideration. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information for research or marketing purposes.

International Data Transfers

Our services are hosted in the United States, and we may transfer your personal information to service providers located in different countries. When we transfer personal data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent data protection laws
  • Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)
  • Binding Corporate Rules for intra-group transfers

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Account Information: Duration of account plus 7 years for business records
  • Communication Records: 7 years for business correspondence
  • Technical Data: 24 months for analytics and security purposes
  • Payment Information: 7 years for tax and accounting purposes

We may retain certain information longer if required by law or necessary for legal proceedings, but we will limit use to the specific purpose requiring retention.

Your Privacy Rights

Universal Rights

  • Access: Request information about the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
  • Unsubscribe: Opt out of newsletter and marketing communications at any time

GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Restrict: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for consent-based processing
  • Supervisory Authority: File complaints with data protection authorities

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

  • Know: Request information about personal information collection and sharing
  • Delete: Request deletion of personal information
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
  • Non-Discrimination: Protection from discrimination for exercising privacy rights

PDPA Rights (Singapore Residents)

  • Access: Request access to personal data in our possession
  • Correction: Request correction of personal data
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Data Breach Notification: Notification of significant data breaches

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@guanxi.legal or use the contact information provided above. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption: Data encryption in transit and at rest using AES-256
  • Access Controls: Role-based access controls and multi-factor authentication
  • Network Security: Firewalls, intrusion detection, and regular security monitoring
  • Secure Development: Security-by-design principles and regular code reviews
  • Third-Party Security: Due diligence on service provider security practices
  • Incident Response: Documented incident response procedures and breach notifications

While we strive to protect your personal information, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to take steps to protect your personal information, such as using strong passwords and keeping your account information confidential.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Our Cookie Policy provides detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage your preferences.

Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for business professionals and are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date
  • Sending email notification to subscribers for significant changes
  • Providing prominent notice on our website before changes take effect

Your continued use of our services after the effective date of any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Professional Disclaimer

The compliance intelligence and legal information provided through our services is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Users should consult with qualified legal counsel for specific compliance guidance related to their particular circumstances and jurisdictions.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Officer

Email: privacy@guanxi.legal

Response Time: Within 30 days of receipt

Mailing Address

Hearbit, Inc.
Attn: Privacy Officer
131 Continental Dr Suite 305
Newark, DE 19713 United States

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 14, 2025 and applies to all information collected by Hearbit, Inc. through the Guanxi.legal platform and related services.