Disclaimers

Bionic Tree is not responsible for errors or omissions, while due care has been exercised in the forming of website content. Mention or inclusion within this website does not constitute endorsement or recommendation unless stated otherwise. The reference is intended to assist in providing information to the public, and the information is delivered as accurately as possible.

Bionic Tree cannot provide legal consul and is not a legal assistance provider. This website is not a substitute for licensed professional legal advice and Bionic Tree is not responsible for any legal action taken or by any statements made in effect of this website.

New product development is at user’s own speculation or risk and the use of Bionic Tree’s design services does not guarantee a profit to the inventor or a license deal.

Bionic Tree’s website depictions of trademarks or logos found throughout does not represent an endorsement by the trademark owner.

Privacy Policy

This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their “Personally Identifiable Information” (PII) is being used online. PII, as used in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context. Please read Bionic Tree’s privacy policy carefully to get a clear understanding of how we collect, use, protect or otherwise handle your PII in accordance with our website.

About Confidentiality Agreements

Since our clients send us confidential proprietary information related to new innovations, products, or processes, it is important to note that such information collection is governed by the Confidentiality, Nondisclosure, & Non-compete Agreement, and not this statement. Such information is handled in the strictest confidentiality.

What personal information does Bionic Tree collect from the people that visit the Bionic Tree website?

When filling in one of Bionic Tree’s online forms, you may be asked to enter your name, email address, phone number or other details to help you with your experience.

When does Bionic Tree collect PII information?

When you fill in a form on the Bionic Tree site it collects information from you .

How does Bionic Tree use PII information?

Bionic Tree may use PII information in the following ways: (i) To personalize user’s experience and to allow us to deliver the type of content and product offerings in which you are most interested; (ii) To improve our website in order to better serve you; (iii) To allow us to better service you in responding to your customer service requests; (iv) To quickly process your transactions; and (iv) To send periodic emails regarding your order or other products and services.

How does Bionic Tree protect visitor information?

Our website is scanned on a regular basis for security holes and known vulnerabilities in order to make your visit to our site as safe as possible. Bionic Tree implements a variety of security measures when a user submits a form to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your personal information also is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of people who have special access rights and are required to keep the information confidential. Further, all transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.

Does Bionic Tree use “cookies”?

Bionic Tree does not use cookies for tracking purposes. You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser settings. Each browser is a little different, so look at your browser’s Help menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies. If you disable cookies, some features will be disabled that make your site experience more efficient and some of our services will not function properly; however, you can still place orders.

Third Party Disclosure

Bionic Tree does not trade, transfer, or otherwise sell to outside parties your personal identifiable information. Occasionally, at our discretion, we may include or offer third party products or services on our website. These third party sites have separate and independent privacy policies. Bionic Tree, therefore, has no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these sites. We seek to protect the integrity of our site and welcome any feedback about these sites and their products or services.

California Online Privacy Protection Act

CalOPPA is the first state law in the nation to require commercial websites and online services to post a privacy policy. The law’s reach stretches well beyond California to require a person or company in the United States that operates websites collection personally identifiable information from California consumers to post a conspicuous privacy policy on its website stating exactly the information being collected and those individuals with whom it is being shared, and to comply with this policy. According to CalOPPA we agree to the following: (i) Users can visit the Bionic Tree website anonymously; (ii) Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our home page, or as a minimum on the first significant page after entering our website; (iii) Our Privacy Policy link includes the word “Privacy”, and can be easily found on the page specified; (iv) Users will be notified of any privacy policy changes on our Privacy Policy page; and (v) Users are able to change their personal information by emailing us at [email protected].

How does our site handle do not track signals?

We honor do not track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place. Further, Bionic Tree does not allow third party behavioral tracking throughout the website.

COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)

When it comes to the collection of personal information from children under 13, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in control. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what operators of websites and online services must do to protect children’s privacy and safety online. Bionic Tree does not specifically market to children under 13. Further, to formally submit invention material to Bionic Tree, you must be at least 18 years of age or include the consent of the minor’s parent or guardian.

Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of privacy law in the United States and the concepts they include have played a significant role in the development of data protection laws around the globe. Understanding the Fair Information Practice Principles and how the should be implemented is critical to comply with various laws that protect personal information. In order to be in line with Fair Information Practices Bionic Tree will take the following responsive action, should a data breach occur: Bionic Tree will notify the users via email within 7 business days.

CAN SPAM Act

The CAN-SPAM Act is a law that sets the rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial messages, gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from being delivered, and spells out penalties for violations. Bionic Tree collects email addresses to: (i) Send information, respond to inquiries, and/or other requests or questions; (ii) Process orders and to send information and updates pertaining to orders; (iii) Send additional information related to your product and/or service; and (iv) Market to our mailing list or continue to send emails to our clients after original transaction has occurred.

In compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act, Bionic Tree agrees to the following: (i) NOT use false, or misleading subjects or email addresses; (ii) Identify the message as an advertisement in some reasonable way; (iii) Include the physical address of our business or site headquarters; (iv) Monitor third party email marketing services for compliance, if one is used; (v) Honor opt-out/unsubscribe requrest quickly; and (vi) Allow users to unsubscribe by using the link in each email.

If at any time you would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, you can either follow the link in the emailed newsletter or email us directly at [email protected], with subject line “Unsubscribe”.

Contacting Bionic Tree.

If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy you may contact us using the information below:

2321 N Kildare Ave., Chicago, IL 60639
[email protected]
(773) 688-8733

Last edited on August 15, 2016