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Last Updated – September 15, 2024

Who we are


Our website address is: https://bitsandboltsfixers.com/. Bits and Bolts Fixers, LLC, is located in Fort Worth, Texas. We specialize in IT consulting, handyman services, and home repairs for the Burleson, Crowley, and Fort Worth areas. For any inquiries, questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please use our contact page to contact us.Use a clear and attention-grabbing short paragraph to engage your audience and draw them into reading the rest of your content.

Comments


When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media


If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.

Third-Party Services


We may use third-party services like Venmo for processing payments and/or tools for managing appointments. These services may collect personal data such as payment information and contact details. Please review their privacy policies to understand how they handle your information.

Data Security


We take the security of your personal information seriously. Our website uses SSL encryption to protect data transmission, and we employ industry-standard security measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Cookies


If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.

If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

We may also use analytics cookies to collect information about how our visitors use our website. This data helps us improve the user experience and content we provide. For example, we may use Google Analytics, which collects data such as the pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring websites. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using their opt-out browser add-on.

Embedded content from other websites


Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with


If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

We may disclose user information to law enforcement or the government before, or without, receiving legal process if we have a good faith belief that an emergency involving imminent danger of death or serious physical injury requires disclosure of information related to the emergency without delay.

How long we retain your data


If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data


If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where your data is sent


Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Legal Bases for Processing Data (for GDPR Compliance)


If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Your consent;
  • Compliance with legal obligations;
  • The performance of a contract between you and Bits and Bolts Fixers, LLC;
  • Our legitimate business interests.

Changes to This Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on our website and revising the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

Acceptance of Terms


By accessing or using any part of this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms and conditions outlined in this Privacy Policy and any other policies or terms referenced herein. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website.

Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content


At Bits & Bolts Fixers, we believe in embracing innovative technologies to enhance our services and communication. As part of this commitment, we want to be transparent about our use of artificial intelligence (AI) in creating some of the content on our website.

What You Should Know:

  • AI-Assisted Content Creation: Some portions of our website content, including but not limited to blog posts, service descriptions, and FAQs, may be generated or assisted by AI technologies.
  • Human Oversight: While we utilize AI tools, all content undergoes review and editing by our human team to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with our brand voice.
  • Commitment to Quality: Our use of AI is intended to supplement, not replace, human expertise. We strive to maintain the same high standards of quality and accuracy in all our content, regardless of its origin.
  • Continuous Improvement: We regularly update and refine our AI-generated content to reflect the most current information and best practices in our industry.
  • Your Feedback Matters: If you have any concerns or questions about specific content on our site, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We value your input and are committed to addressing any issues promptly.
  • No Personal Data Used: Our AI content generation process does not involve the use of individual customer data. We respect your privacy and adhere to strict data protection standards.

By using our website, you acknowledge and accept that some content may be AI-generated or AI-assisted. We believe this approach allows us to provide you with more comprehensive, up-to-date information while maintaining our commitment to transparency and quality service.

Legal Liability Disclaimer


Bits and Bolts Fixers, LLC, makes no representations, warranties, or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided on this website. We are not liable for any damages or losses arising from the use of this site or any services linked to it.

By using this website, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Bits and Bolts Fixers, LLC, its employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) that arise from your use of the site, your breach of these terms, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

Governing Law


This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal actions or proceedings arising out of or related to this policy shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Tarrant County, Texas.

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