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Last Updated: July 2026

Privacy Policy

Blue Mountain Quality Resources, LLC (“Blue Mountain,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information in connection with our website, services, and related communications.

By accessing our website or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Summary Statement

Blue Mountain Quality Resources, LLC is committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal information entrusted to us, in alignment with applicable U.S. and international data protection regulations.

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1. Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we automatically collect limited technical data, including:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, and operating system
  • Date, time, and duration of visits
  • Pages viewed and referring URLs
  • General geographic region (based on IP address)

This data is used for website functionality, performance monitoring, and security.

Information You Provide

When you interact with us directly (e.g., completing forms, requesting materials, subscribing to communications, or contacting support), we may collect:

  • Name, title, and professional role
  • Contact information (email, phone number, mailing address)
  • Company name and industry sector
  • Areas of interest or engagement related to our services

We do not request or collect sensitive personal information (e.g., health data, government IDs) unless required for contractual or regulatory purposes.

2. Use of Information

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide requested materials, demonstrations, and customer support
  • To send service notices, product updates, and regulatory/industry communications (with consent, where required)
  • To administer and improve our website, services, and security controls

We do not sell personal information.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process personal data on the following legal bases:

  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) for optional communications and marketing
  • Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b)) to deliver services requested
  • Legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c)) to comply with regulatory requirements

Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) for security, fraud prevention, and business operations, balanced against individual rights

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information with:

  • Service providers: cloud hosting, analytics, marketing automation, and IT security vendors who act as processors under written agreements
  • Regulatory bodies or legal authorities: when required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
  • Business transfers: in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality obligations

We do not share personal information with third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication requirements
  • Regular monitoring, audits, and penetration testing
  • Vendor risk management and security certifications where applicable

While no system is completely secure, we maintain policies and controls aligned with industry standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or enforce agreements. Data no longer required is securely deleted or anonymized.

 

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and marketing measurement. When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies and to set granular preferences by category.

We use the following categories of cookies:

  • Necessary cookies: required for core website operation, including secure log-in and your consent preferences. These are always active and cannot be disabled.
  • Functional cookies: support features like social media sharing, embedded content, and feedback collection.
  • Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve performance and content.
  • Performance cookies: measure site performance indicators that help deliver a better user experience.
  • Advertisement cookies: used to deliver relevant advertising and to measure the effectiveness of our communications.

Non-essential cookies are only set after you provide consent through the banner. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the cookie preferences icon in the lower-left corner of our website.

For a complete, current list of the cookies we use, including their purpose, provider, and retention period, click the consent preferences (CookieYes) icon in the lower-left corner of our website and expand each category.

 

8. Your Rights

General Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Restrict or object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent for communications at any time
  • Request data portability

CCPA/CPRA (California Residents)

California residents have additional rights, including:

  • The right to know categories of personal information collected, disclosed, or shared
  • The right to request deletion of personal information (subject to exceptions)
  • The right to opt out of sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

GDPR (EEA/UK/Switzerland Residents)

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing violates applicable law.

9. Data Transfers

If you access our services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ. We implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for cross-border transfers where required.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy and Security Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted to this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be communicated by reasonable means (e.g., email notice for registered users).

11. Privacy & Media Notice

By registering for and attending the Blue Mountain Summit (“Event”), you acknowledge that Blue Mountain Quality Resources, LLC (“Blue Mountain”) will collect and use your personal information to administer the Event in accordance with the Blue Mountain Privacy Policy.

If you choose to receive communications from Blue Mountain and/or event sponsors during registration, Blue Mountain may share your name, company name, title, and business email address with participating sponsors. You may opt out at any time.

The Event may be photographed, filmed, or recorded. By attending, you grant Blue Mountain the right to use your name, image, likeness, voice, and appearance in photographs, videos, and other recordings for promotional, marketing, educational, and archival purposes without further notice or compensation. If you prefer not to appear in Blue Mountain’s media, please notify event staff. While Blue Mountain will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request, Blue Mountain cannot guarantee complete exclusion from all recordings. Blue Mountain is not responsible for photographs or recordings made by other attendees or third parties.

12. Contact Information

For questions, requests, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

Privacy Officer
Blue Mountain Quality Resources, LLC
P.O. Box 830
State College, PA 16804
United States
📧 Email: [email protected]