Pete IP, LLC and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively, "The Pete Store," "we," "our," or "us") present this California Privacy Notice to supplement the information in our general Privacy Policy. This notice explains our data practices under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CPRA).
This Privacy Notice applies only to California residents classified as consumers under the CCPA and whose personal information we collect ("Consumers").
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in various situations, including when you use our website or mobile apps, communicate with us via phone or email, visit our locations, or interact with us by mail. The specific types of information we collect depend on the nature of your interactions with us, and may include:
Category |
Examples of Personal Information Collected |
|---|---|
A. Identifiers |
Name, alias, postal address, unique identifier, online identifier, IP address, email, account name, Social Security number, driver's license, passport, or other similar identifiers. |
B. Personal Information (as per California Customer Records statute) |
Name, signature, address, telephone number, Social Security number, driver's license/state ID, insurance policy, bank account, credit card, debit card, or other financial information. Some personal information in this category may overlap with others. |
C. Commercial Information |
Records of personal property, products or services purchased or considered, purchasing histories, vehicle information, or repair data. |
| D. Internet or Network Activity | Browsing history, search history, and interaction with websites, apps, or advertisements. |
E. Telematics Data |
Geolocation, odometer readings, vehicle performance data, fault codes, and driver behavior, collected when authorized by the consumer (e.g., via telematics devices installed by The Pete Store or leased vehicles). |
F. Inferences |
Preferences, characteristics, psychological trends, predispositions, behavior, attitudes, intelligence, abilities, and aptitudes. |
G. Professional/Employment |
Job title, occupation, company or business name, and employment history. |
H. Exclusions |
Personal information does not include de-identified or aggregated consumer data. |
We collect personal information from various sources:
- Directly from you (e.g., forms you fill out, products or services purchased).
- Indirectly from you (e.g., observing your actions on our website, through your device, or vehicles with authorized telematics devices).
- From manufacturers (e.g., vehicle-related information).
- From government entities (e.g., Department of Motor Vehicles or the U.S. Department of Transportation).
- From third parties like tow companies.
2. How We Use Personal Information
We use or disclose personal information to our service providers under written contracts that comply with CCPA’s requirements. Common purposes for collecting and using personal information include:
- Fulfilling orders, requests, or services, including payments, product delivery, and handling returns.
- Contacting you about promotions, special offers, or events.
- Providing product recall and warranty information.
- Maintaining and customizing accounts and services.
- Preventing fraud and ensuring secure transactions.
- Managing telematics data to monitor vehicle performance, maintenance, and driver operations (where authorized).
- Offering support and improving customer service.
- Customizing website content and serving relevant ads.
- Ensuring the safety and security of our systems and business.
- Research, development, and business analysis.
- Complying with legal requirements or responding to law enforcement requests.
- Engaging in business transfers such as mergers or acquisitions, where personal information may be part of transferred assets.
3. How We Share Personal Information
We may share personal information with the following categories of third parties for business purposes:
- Service providers
- Third parties at your direction
- Data aggregators
- Manufacturers and manufacturers' dealers
In the last 12 months, we have disclosed the following categories of personal information for a business purpose:
- Category A: Identifiers
- Category B: Customer Records personal information
- Category C: Commercial information
- Category D: Telematics data
We have not sold personal information in the past 12 months, as defined by the CCPA.
4. Your Rights and Choices
Under the CCPA, California consumers have specific rights regarding their personal information:
Access and Data Portability
You have the right to request details about our collection and use of your personal information in the past 12 months, including:
- Categories of personal information collected.
- Categories of sources of personal information.
- The business or commercial purpose for collecting personal information.
- Categories of third parties with whom we share personal information.
- Specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
Correction Rights
You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.
Deletion Rights
You may request that we delete any personal information we have collected from you, subject to specific exceptions (e.g., fulfilling transactions, ensuring security, complying with legal obligations).
5. Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your access, data portability, correction, or deletion rights, submit a verifiable consumer request by either:
• Calling us at [Phone Number]
• Emailing us at [Email Address]
Only you or an authorized agent may submit a verifiable request for your personal information. You may make two requests within a 12-month period. We will verify your identity before proceeding with your request.
6. Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights. However, we may offer different prices, rates, or service levels as permitted under the CCPA, such as promotional discounts or rewards programs.
7. Opt-Out of Personal Information Sales
If you are 16 years of age or older, you have the right to direct us not to sell your personal information. We do not knowingly sell or share personal information from individuals under 16 years of age.
To opt out, visit: [Link to "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information"]
8. Sensitive Information
Under California law, "sensitive personal information" includes certain data such as precise geolocation, social security number, and financial information. You have the right to limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information. To exercise this right, visit: [Link to "Limit the Use and Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Information"]
9. Changes to This Privacy Notice
We reserve the right to amend this privacy notice at our discretion and at any time. When we make changes, we will update the effective date and notify you through our website.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or comments regarding this notice, our data collection practices, or your rights under California law, please contact us at:
- Phone: 410-342-3400
- Email: [email protected]