PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 10/25/2025
1. Introduction
Orbital Helix LLC ("Orbital Helix," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website orbitalhelix.com ("Site").
By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Contact Forms: When you submit a contact form, we collect:
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Name
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Email address
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Organization/company name
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Message content
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Area of interest (partnership, investment, technical collaboration, general information)
Email Communications: When you email us directly, we collect the information contained in your email and any attachments.
Newsletter Subscriptions: If offered, we collect your email address and name for our mailing list.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: We may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device type
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Operating system
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Pages visited and time spent on pages
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Referring website
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Date and time of visit
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze Site usage. See Section 5 for details.
2.3 Information We Do Not Collect
We do not knowingly collect:
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Sensitive personal information (health data, financial information, government identifiers)
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Information from children under 13 years of age
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Primary Uses
We use collected information to:
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Respond to your inquiries and communications
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Evaluate partnership and collaboration opportunities
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Provide information about our technology and capabilities
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Send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
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Improve our Site and services
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Conduct business development activities
3.2 Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area, our legal bases for processing include:
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Consent (for newsletters and optional communications)
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Legitimate interests (business development, Site improvement)
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Contractual necessity (responding to partnership inquiries)
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Legal obligations (compliance with applicable laws)
3.3 Business Communications
If you represent an organization that may be interested in our services, we may use your information for business-to-business marketing and partnership development purposes, consistent with applicable laws.
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information
Orbital Helix does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
4.2 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:
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Website hosting and maintenance
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Email delivery services
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Analytics services
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Customer relationship management
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.
4.3 Business Transfers
If Orbital Helix is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and its impact on your information.
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
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Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
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Government requests
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Protection of our rights or safety
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Compliance with aerospace or pharmaceutical regulations
4.5 Professional Advisors
We may share information with attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors under confidentiality obligations.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand Site usage and improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics)
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
5.2 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit Site functionality.
5.3 Do Not Track
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features. Our Site does not currently respond to these signals, though we limit tracking to legitimate business purposes.
5.4 Third-Party Analytics
We may use Google Analytics or similar services to analyze Site traffic. These services use cookies and collect usage data. For Google Analytics opt-out options, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6. Data Security
6.1 Security Measures
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
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Secure server infrastructure
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Encryption of data transmission (SSL/TLS)
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Access controls and authentication
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Regular security assessments
6.2 No Absolute Security
While we strive to protect your information, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
6.3 Aerospace and Pharmaceutical Sector Considerations
Given our work in regulated industries, we implement security measures appropriate for handling business information related to aerospace and pharmaceutical sectors, though this Site does not process classified or highly sensitive technical information.
7. Data Retention
7.1 Retention Periods
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
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Comply with legal obligations
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Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
7.2 General Retention Guidelines
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Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 5 years or until you request deletion
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Email communications: Retained according to business needs and legal requirements
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Analytics data: Typically aggregated and anonymized after 26 months
8. Your Privacy Rights
8.1 General Rights
You have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
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Opt-out of marketing communications
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Object to certain processing of your information
8.2 GDPR Rights (European Economic Area)
If you are located in the EEA, you have additional rights:
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Right to data portability
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Right to restrict processing
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Right to withdraw consent
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Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
8.3 CCPA Rights (California Residents)
California residents have the right to:
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Know what personal information is collected
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Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
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Opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell information)
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Request deletion of personal information
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Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
8.4 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:
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Email: info@orbitalhelix.com
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Subject Line: "Privacy Rights Request"
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).
9. International Data Transfers
9.1 Data Location
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where Orbital Helix operates. By using our Site, you consent to transfer of your information to the United States.
9.2 EEA Data Transfers
For users in the European Economic Area, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including:
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Standard contractual clauses
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Adequacy decisions
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Other legally approved transfer mechanisms
10. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
11. Third-Party Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
12. Email Communications
12.1 Business Correspondence
When you contact us, we will use your email to respond to your inquiry and may maintain a record of our correspondence for business purposes.
12.2 Marketing Communications
If you opt in to receive newsletters or updates, you may unsubscribe at any time by:
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Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in emails
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Contacting us at info@orbitalhelix.com
We will process opt-out requests within 10 business days.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:
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Post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
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For material changes, provide prominent notice on our Site
Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Orbital Helix LLC
Email: info@orbitalhelix.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry"
For privacy-related complaints or concerns, we will investigate and respond within 30 days.
