Last Updated: February 9, 2026
Summary: We protect your privacy and handle your data responsibly. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Welcome to PACE Technologies. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the data you share with us through our website, online forms, and business operations.
Summary: We collect information you provide directly, automatically through our website, and through business interactions. Our equipment does not collect data.
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
We may collect the following personal information that you voluntarily provide:
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our website, including:
2.3 Business Information
We may collect information related to our business relationship, including:
2.4 Equipment Data
Important: Our metallographic equipment does not collect, store, or transmit personal data or usage information. Equipment operates independently without data collection capabilities.
Summary: We use your information to provide services, communicate with you, and run our business. We don't sell your data to third parties.
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For EU residents, we process your personal data based on:
Summary: We use cookies and tracking to improve our website and analyze usage. You can control cookie settings in your browser.
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
Types of Cookies We Use:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Do Not Track Signals: Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how companies should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our website does not respond to DNT signals. However, you may opt out of tracking by adjusting your browser's cookie settings or using the opt-out mechanisms provided by our analytics providers.
Summary: We use trusted third-party services for website functionality, analytics, and business operations. They have their own privacy policies.
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:
These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. They have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your information.
Summary: We don't sell your data. We may share it with service providers, for legal compliance, or with your consent.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Summary: Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
PACE Technologies is based in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during international transfers, including:
Summary: You have rights to access, update, delete, and control your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at pace@metallographic.com. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.
Summary: We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our security measures include:
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.
Summary: We keep your information only as long as necessary for business purposes or as required by law.
We retain your personal information for the following periods:
After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information, unless we are required to retain it for legal reasons.
Summary: If we experience a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and authorities as required by law.
In the event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, we will:
Summary: Our services are not intended for children under 13. We don't knowingly collect information from children.
Our website and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Summary: We may update this policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes and update the date.
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Summary: Contact us with any questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your privacy rights.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. For privacy-related requests, we may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
Thank you for placing your trust in PACE Technologies. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.