Privacy Policy
MARS Group is committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how that information is used, and the options available to you regarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through the MARS Group website and does not apply to information collected offline or through other channels.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in two primary ways: information you voluntarily provide and information collected automatically when you interact with the website.
Information You Provide
Contact Forms and Inquiries
When you submit information through a contact form on our website, we may collect personal details you choose to provide, such as:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Message or inquiry details
This information is used to respond to your request or communicate with you regarding your inquiry.
Mailing List Sign-Up
If you choose to join a mailing list or request updates, we collect your email address so we can send communications related to MARS Group programs, services, updates, or events. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically through analytics tools and website technologies. This may include:
Information about your browser, network, and device
The pages you visit on the site
The page you visited before arriving at this site
Your IP address
General geographic location (approximate)
Time and date of visits
This information may also include data related to how visitors interact with the website, such as:
Pages viewed
Internal links clicked
Scrolling activity
Searches conducted on the site
Timestamps of activity
This information is used to help us understand how visitors use the website so that we can improve the site’s content, functionality, and performance.
2. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function properly and improve the browsing experience. Some cookies are necessary for the website to operate securely and correctly. These required cookies allow our hosting platform to deliver the website and maintain core functionality. Additional analytics or performance cookies may be used to help us understand website traffic and visitor activity. These cookies are only used after a visitor acknowledges the website’s cookie notice. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.
3. Squarespace Hosting and Analytics
This website is hosted by Squarespace. Squarespace collects certain personal information when you visit the website, including:
Information about your browser, network, and device
Web pages you visited prior to coming to this website
Web pages viewed while on this website
Your IP address
Squarespace requires this data to operate the website, maintain security, and improve its services. Squarespace may also use this data for its own operational purposes. Additional details can be found in the Squarespace Privacy Policy. Information collected through website analytics may also be shared with Squarespace to help us understand site traffic and visitor activity.
4. Use of Submitted Information
Information you submit through website forms may be provided to our website hosting provider so that the website can process and store your submission. We may also use third-party tools to manage submissions, organize inquiries, or store information securely. Information submitted through forms is used for purposes such as:
Responding to inquiries
Communicating with individuals who request information
Improving website services and functionality
5. Third-Party Tools and Embedded Content
The website may include services or embedded tools provided by third parties. Examples include:
Google Analytics
Used to understand general website traffic patterns and visitor behavior.
Google Maps
Used to display location information and help visitors find our facilities. Your interaction with these tools is governed by the privacy policies of those respective providers.
6. How We Use Information
Information collected through the website may be used to:
Respond to questions or requests submitted through the website
Improve the performance, usability, and content of the website
Maintain the security and reliability of the website
Communicate information about MARS Group programs or services when requested
MARS Group does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
7. Disclosure of Information
Information may be shared with trusted third-party providers that assist with operating the website or delivering website-related services. Examples include:
Website hosting providers
Analytics services
Technical service providers
Information may also be disclosed when required by law, legal process, or government request.
8. California Privacy Rights
If you are a resident of California, you may have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These rights may include: The right to request information about personal data collected about you The right to request deletion of personal information we maintain about you The right to request correction of inaccurate personal information The right to not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising privacy rights MARS Group does not sell personal information, therefore opt-out rights related to data sales do not apply. To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
10. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that personal information has been submitted by a child, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
MARS Group may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in website practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website following any updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related request, please contact:
MARS Group
8230 Espresso Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93312