Privacy Policy
BM Security Services (“BM Security” or “we”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This privacy policy describes the personal information we collect, use, and disclose about our clients, prospective clients, and individual consumers who:
Visit our website,
Interact with us through forms, chat, or social media,
Visit our offices or worksites,
Participate in our events, or
Purchase or inquire about any of our services.
This policy does not apply to job applicants or employees. Separate privacy notices are available for those audiences.
Consent
By using our website or interacting with us, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the processing of your personal and sensitive personal information, as described.
Categories of Personal Information We Collect
We collect personal information either directly from you, automatically through our website, or from third parties. The categories include:
Personal Identifiers (e.g., name, SSN, TIN, date of birth)
Contact Information (e.g., phone numbers, email, mailing address)
Account Information (e.g., usernames, passwords)
Internet Activity (e.g., browser data, IP address, cookies)
Geolocation Data (e.g., IP-based location)
Mobile Device Data (e.g., device type, operating system)
Portal Usage (e.g., login history, file access)
Visual/Audio/Video Data (e.g., CCTV footage, recorded calls)
Protected Classifications (e.g., language preference, gender identity)
Financial Information (e.g., payment history, invoices)
Facility Access Logs (e.g., badge scans, login timestamps)
For a complete breakdown of each category, disclosures, and retention periods, [insert hyperlink to detailed section or appendix].
Sensitive Personal Information
We may collect the following sensitive data:
Social Security or government-issued ID numbers
Login credentials for secured systems
Geolocation identifiers
We use this information only as necessary to provide services or fulfill compliance obligations.
Sources of Information
We may collect data from:
You directly
Lead providers and referral sources
Surveillance footage
Website interactions (cookies, forms)
Company systems and databases
Third-party vendors providing services on our behalf
Purpose for Data Collection
We use your personal data for:
Delivering services you request
Security monitoring and incident response
Customer support and communication
Account setup and access management
Marketing and advertising (including targeted advertising)
Compliance with legal obligations
Internal analytics and system optimization
Sharing of Information
We may disclose information to:
Financial institutions
Data analytics vendors
Insurance partners
CRM and website hosting vendors
Communications providers
Marketing service providers
Government agencies, as required
We do not sell your data for monetary gain. In limited cases, we may share information for other valuable consideration, such as for analytics or advertising purposes.
Your Rights (California, Texas, Nebraska Residents)
You may have the right to:
Know what personal data we collect and why
Access specific personal data we’ve collected
Delete or correct your data
Opt-out of the sharing or “selling” of your data
Limit our use of your sensitive data
To exercise these rights, visit: [Insert BM Security Privacy Rights Portal Link] or call us at [Insert BM Security Privacy Line].
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses:
First-party cookies for website functionality and performance
Third-party cookies for analytics and targeted advertising
To manage your cookie preferences, click "Your Privacy Choices" in our website footer.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described or to comply with legal requirements. Retention timelines vary by data category.
Security Measures
We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards, including:
Encryption of stored data
Role-based access controls
Firewall and intrusion detection systems
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect or sell information of minors.
External Links
Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. The most recent version will be posted on our website with the effective date noted.