Effective Date: 10/24/2024

1. Introduction

At B & D Freight Inc, we value the privacy and security of our customers, employees, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or engage with us in any other way. By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

We comply with federal and state privacy laws, including Ohio state laws, and take necessary measures to protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

Personal Identifiable Information (PII)

• Name
• Address
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Driver’s License or CDL Information
• Social Security Number (if applicable for employment purposes)

Non-Personal Information

• IP Address
• Browser Type and Version
• Operating System
• Usage Data (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on our website)

Financial Information

For certain services, we may collect payment information, such as credit card details, to process payments for services rendered.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

• To provide services, including freight transportation and logistics management
• To respond to inquiries or requests
• To process payments for services
• To maintain communication with customers and business partners
• For hiring purposes, such as processing job applications or verifying employment history
• To improve our website and services
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information under the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors or contractors who provide services on our behalf, such as payment processors, legal advisors, or IT services.
• For Legal Compliance: We may disclose information to comply with legal processes, regulatory requirements, or governmental requests, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
• Business Transfers: If we merge, acquire, or sell a portion of our business, customer information may be part of the transferred assets.

5. Data Security

We use commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Employment-related data, for example, may be retained longer to comply with applicable labor laws.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Ohio Residents

Under Ohio law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request that we correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal information, except where retention is required by law
• Opt-out of marketing communications

California Residents (CCPA)

If applicable, California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect
• Right to request the deletion of personal information
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal data)

GDPR (for EU residents, if applicable)

For individuals within the European Union, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your data
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to request deletion (the “right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing or object to the processing of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at See contact info below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on this website, with the revised date noted at the top.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

B & D Freight Inc
P O Box 596
Email: trucks@bd-freight.com

Compliance Notes:

• Ohio Law: Ohio’s consumer protection laws and data breach notification laws require companies to take reasonable security measures to protect personal information.
• CCPA/GDPR: While not every trucking company may fall under the scope of CCPA or GDPR, it’s essential to include provisions in case of interstate or international business dealings.