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ESCO Group Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 12, 2025

ESCO Group (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects and protects the privacy of our customers, clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with any of our websites, including scintillaholdings.com, escopowerandsafety.com, escoelectric.net, and escoautomation.com (collectively referred to as the “ESCO Group Sites”).

By accessing or using any of these sites, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

I. Information We Collect

During visits to the ESCO Group Sites, we may collect both personal and non-personal information. While users can browse our sites without providing personal data, certain features and services require it. The types of information we may collect include:

  • Name, company or organization name, job title, and contact details (email, phone number, physical address)

  • Country of residence and communication preferences

  • Information related to your company’s needs or service inquiries

  • Event, training, or service registration information

  • Feedback, testimonials, or comments submitted through our websites

  • Application materials, such as résumés, if applying for employment

We may also securely store information collected offline or from trusted business sources related to customer relationships.

II. Information Automatically Collected

1. Web Server Logs

Our servers automatically log certain non-personal details about visits to the ESCO Group Sites, including IP addresses, browser types, referring pages, timestamps, and pages visited. This helps us analyze usage patterns and improve performance, security, and user experience.

2. Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device that store user preferences and session data. We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable essential website functions

  • Improve usability and personalization

  • Track website analytics and performance

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

3. Email Addresses

When users register for an account, request information, or subscribe to communications, we collect and securely store their email addresses. Passwords are encrypted and not visible to our staff.

4. Employment Applications

If you submit a job application or résumé, we may use that information solely for recruitment purposes and may retain it for future consideration unless you request its deletion.

III. How We Use and Share Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve our websites and services

  • Communicate with users about inquiries, services, or transactions

  • Customize website content and experiences

  • Send permission-based updates, newsletters, or marketing materials

  • Process job applications and manage recruiting

1. Analytics and Tracking

We use Google Analytics, Google Ads Conversion Tracking, and other tools that utilize cookies and tracking pixels to analyze website performance and improve marketing.

You can opt out of Google tracking by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

2. Remarketing

ESCO Group may use Google Ads Remarketing to display relevant ads to visitors across other websites. You can manage ad preferences or opt out through Google’s Ads Settings page or the Network Advertising Initiative.

3. Data Retention

We retain records of customer communications securely on our servers. Unless requested otherwise, these records are maintained for ongoing business purposes.

4. Payment Information

When processing payments, we use secure, PCI-compliant systems. Credit card data is encrypted and not stored on ESCO Group servers.

IV. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not share personal information outside of ESCO Group except:

  • With trusted service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., web hosting, email delivery, analytics)

  • When required by law, court order, or legal process

  • To protect our rights, property, or the safety of individuals

All third-party partners are contractually obligated to safeguard information and use it only for the purpose provided.

V. Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. All sensitive data transmission, including payment transactions, is protected by SSL encryption.

VI. Reviewing or Updating Your Information

Users may request to review, correct, or delete their personal information by contacting us directly. We may verify your identity before fulfilling such requests to protect your privacy and security.

VII. Children’s Privacy

ESCO Group does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from individuals under 13 years of age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child may have provided personal data should contact us immediately.

VIII. Links to Other Websites

ESCO Group Sites may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

IX. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, ESCO Group adheres to the general principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We collect and process data only for legitimate business purposes, with transparency and security.

EU residents may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their data by contacting us. In the event of a data breach involving EU data, we will comply with GDPR reporting requirements.

X. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be announced on our websites, and where required, we will notify users by email. Updates take effect upon posting unless otherwise stated.

XI. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact:

ESCO Group
 https://scintillaholdings.com
 Email: escomarketing@theescogroup.com
 Phone: (319) 337-6656
 Address: 3450 Third St. Marion, IA 52302