Privacy Policy

PCG Signal Analysis with Adaptive Filtering ("we", "us", "our", or "Company") operates the website at PCG-Signal-Analysis-With-Adaptive-Filtering. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your information when you use our website and services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

1. Information We Collect

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our PCG signal analysis services and website functionality
• Audio Processing: To process and analyze audio files you upload using our adaptive filtering algorithms
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide support, and send you updates about our services
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our website and services, analyze trends, and measure effectiveness
• Research: To conduct research, testing, and product development to enhance our services
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions

3. How We Share Your Information

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

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., hosting providers, analytics providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
• Aggregated Data: We may share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you personally

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• HTTPS encryption for data in transit
• Secure server environments and firewalls
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially reasonable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use our services at your own risk.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze website usage, and for security purposes. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: To understand user behavior and improve our services
• Theme Preference Cookies: To remember your theme preferences (dark/light mode)

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can choose to accept or reject cookies, although some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and for legitimate business purposes. The retention period may vary depending on the type of information:

• Contact information: Retained until you request deletion or for the duration of our business relationship
• Uploaded audio files: Retained for the duration of service provision, unless otherwise requested
• Log data and analytics: Typically retained for up to 12 months
• Account information: Retained until account closure, with additional time as required by law

We will delete or anonymize your information upon request, subject to legal and operational requirements.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Right to Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of certain data collection and marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including our GitHub repository. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with information, we will promptly delete such information and terminate the child's access to our services. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your home country. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means you accept and agree to the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, concerns about our privacy practices, or wish to exercise any of your privacy rights, please contact us at: