Privacy Policy

THE BATTON GROUP LLC ("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 visit our website thebattongroup.com or engage with our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out a contact form or inquiry
• Apply for financing products
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Opt in to receive SMS/text messages
• Communicate with us via email or phone

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email, mailing address, phone number)
• Company name and business information
• Financial information (for loan applications)
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and evaluate financing applications
• Communicate with you about our services and respond to inquiries
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

SMS & Text Message Communications

SMS Program Terms

• Message Frequency: Message frequency varies; you may receive up to 4 messages per month.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a confirmation message upon opt-out.
• Help: For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at jeffrey@thebattongroup.com.
• Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Check with your mobile carrier for details.
• No Condition of Purchase: Consent to receive SMS messages is NOT a condition of purchase or any other service we provide.

Mobile Information Privacy

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Information Sharing & Disclosure

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

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, data analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the safety of our users or the public

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. 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.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Privacy Rights

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

• 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)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails or SMS messages at any time
• Restriction: Request restriction or objection to certain processing activities

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at jeffrey@thebattongroup.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. 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 sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

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