Privacy Policy

Norwest Engineering, Inc. (“Norwest”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information from those who visit our website or use our online services. This Policy reflects Norwest’s commitment to maintaining and exceeding the highest privacy standards.

Policy Updates 
Norwest reserves the right to update this Policy at any time. Please review this page regularly to stay informed of changes. If we use personal information in a manner significantly different from when it was initially collected, we will notify users via email, providing an option to consent to such changes.

Scope of This Policy 
This Policy applies solely to Norwest Engineering, Inc., governing data collection and usage on www.norwestengineering.com. By using our website, you consent to the data practices outlined here. This Policy does not cover the data collection practices of websites outside our control. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any linked websites before providing them with personal information.

Information We Collect 
The information we collect includes:

1. Personal Information: We collect personal data you provide knowingly, such as through surveys, membership forms, and emails.
2. Automatically Collected Information: This includes information from cookies, third-party tracking technologies, and server logs.
3. Non-Personal Information: This may include demographic data like age, gender, household income, browser type, IP address, and operating system. Occasionally, Norwest may analyze browsing patterns to understand popular services and products among users.

Why We Collect Information and Duration of Retention 
Norwest collects information to:

• Understand your needs and deliver requested services.
• Enhance our services based on legitimate business interests.
• Send promotional communications with your consent.
• Conduct surveys or market research, also with your consent.
• Tailor website content based on your preferences.

We retain your data only as long as necessary, considering factors such as relevance, contractual requirements, legal obligations, and regulatory standards.

Use of Collected Information 
Norwest does not sell, rent, or lease customer data to third parties. We use personal information to operate our website, ensure the delivery of requested services, and inform you of other services that may interest you. You may also receive surveys and research requests regarding Norwest’s services. Norwest integrates social media features such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, which may collect IP addresses and require cookies. These platforms’ privacy policies govern the use of this information.

Disclosure of Information 
We disclose information only in the following circumstances:

• To provide requested services.
• With your consent or as outlined in this Policy.
• In aggregated, anonymized formats.
• As required by law or in response to legal processes.
• To auditors under confidentiality agreements.
• To enforce our Terms of Service.
• To protect Norwest’s rights and property.

Non-Marketing Communications 
Norwest reserves the right to contact you for non-marketing purposes, such as alerts for security issues, service updates, and changes to our products.

Children Under the Age of 13 
Our website does not target or knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn of any collected data on users under this age, we will promptly delete it or secure parental consent.

Unsubscribe or Opt-Out 
To discontinue receiving communications, email us at info@norwestengineering.com. Third-party opt-outs must be managed directly with those providers.

External Links 
Our website may link to other websites. Norwest is not responsible for these sites’ privacy practices, and we advise users to review their privacy statements.

Notice to EU Users 
Norwest’s operations are primarily in the United States, and any data provided to us will be transferred to the U.S. By providing your information, you consent to this transfer and the use of data as described here.

Security 
We take security seriously. Sensitive information is encrypted via SSL and stored securely, with access restricted to essential personnel. We also use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for secure communication and to protect personal data.

Acceptance of Terms 
By using this website, you accept this Policy. Continued use after updates implies acceptance of any changes.

Contact Us 
For questions about this Policy, contact us at:

• Email: info@norwestengineering.com
• Phone: (503) 254-0110
• Address: Norwest Engineering, Inc., 4110 NE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97267