1. Information Collection, Use, and Data Security
To continuously improve our website performance, optimize system administration, and enhance your overall user experience, we collect and analyze technical information regarding site traffic, user interactions, and overall usage patterns. Any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) you voluntarily provide such as your full name, primary email address, phone number, mailing address, or organizational details is strictly utilized to respond to your specific inquiries, process application forms submitted through our platform, verify user identity, or deliver requested services. We maintain robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, unintended disclosure, improper alteration, or unlawful destruction.
2. Overview of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies on our website to personalize your experience and streamline navigation. A cookie is a small data file transferred directly onto your computer's hard drive or mobile device via your web browser when you visit our site. These files allow our platform to recognize your specific device upon return, preserve user preferences across sessions, maintain system security, and compile aggregated statistical metrics regarding overall site usage over time. The cookies we use, and how long they last, are listed in section 6 below.
3. External Third-Party Links and Services
The ULS website may contain embedded hyperlinks directing visitors to external, third-party websites, including social media platforms, partner portals, payment gateways, and secondary online services whose data collection, privacy, and operational practices differ from our own. ULS does not exercise administrative control, oversight, or governance over these third-party domains, nor are we liable or responsible for their content, security standards, accessibility, or data management policies. We strongly encourage you to carefully read the individual privacy notices, legal disclaimers, and terms of service associated with any external platform you visit. ULS makes no formal representations, warranties, or endorsements regarding third-party websites or their business practices.
4. Cookie Functionality, Purpose, and Processing
To deliver a tailored and seamless digital browsing experience, ULS utilizes essential, functional, performance, and analytical cookies. Cookies are standard web tools containing unique alphanumeric strings of code that store basic settings, session states, and general browser activity. By design, these files can only be accessed and read by the web server that originally issued them, preventing unauthorized third parties from intercepting or viewing your stored preference data. These tracking technologies assist our technical teams in understanding which sections, tools, and resources on our website are most valuable to visitors, empowering us to continuously refine our content, optimize site speed, and overhaul navigation structures.
5. User Consent, Cookie Preferences, and Browser Controls
Non-essential cookies (analytics and marketing) are only set after you allow them in our cookie notice. You can review or change your choice at any time with the link, which is also available in the footer of every page. Withdrawing consent is as easy as giving it, and it does not affect processing carried out before you withdrew it. You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect how the website works.
6. Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| uls_consent | Strictly necessary | Stores your cookie preferences. | 6 months |
| _ga, _ga_* | Analytics (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes visitors to produce aggregated usage statistics. Only set with your consent. | Up to 2 years |
7. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal data, to object to its processing, and to receive a copy of it. To exercise these rights, contact us at sales@unitedlightingsales.com or call (561) 863-3499. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
