Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Introduction

Top Auto Logistics ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our vehicle transportation services and visit our website.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information: We collect information that identifies you as an individual, including:

  • Name and contact information (address, email, phone number)
  • Payment information (credit card details, billing address)
  • Government-issued identification (for verification purposes)
  • Signature (on transport agreements and bills of lading)

Vehicle Information: We collect details about your vehicle, including:

  • Make, model, year, and VIN
  • Vehicle condition and modifications
  • Pickup and delivery locations
  • Vehicle photographs (for condition documentation)

Usage Data: We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website addresses
  • Device information and operating system

Communications: We collect information from your communications with us, including:

  • Customer service inquiries and support tickets
  • Email correspondence
  • Phone call recordings (with notice)
  • Chat transcripts

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To arrange and coordinate vehicle transportation, match you with carriers, and facilitate pickup and delivery
  • Payment Processing: To process transactions and send invoices and payment confirmations
  • Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, resolve issues, and provide customer service
  • Communication: To send booking confirmations, updates, and important service notifications
  • Marketing: To send promotional materials, special offers, and newsletters (with your consent)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements
  • Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our services and user experience
  • Safety and Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other illegal activities

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with the following parties:

  • Carriers: We share necessary information with transport carriers to facilitate vehicle pickup and delivery
  • Service Providers: We work with third-party companies that provide services such as payment processing, email delivery, and customer support
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Safety and Protection: We may share information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or others

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases with access controls
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Physical security measures at our facilities

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your data using industry-standard practices.

Your Privacy Rights

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

  • Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time
  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Restriction: You can request that we limit how we use your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

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 websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. This includes:

  • Transaction records: 7 years (for tax and legal purposes)
  • Marketing preferences: Until you opt out or request deletion
  • Account information: Until account closure or deletion request
  • Legal documents: As required by applicable regulations

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
  • Right to request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To submit a request, contact us at [email protected] or call 1-888-267-3199.

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 notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification to registered users
  • Displaying a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Phone: 1-888-267-3199

Email: [email protected]

Address: Top Auto Logistics, 1980 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056