Privacy Policy

DARK UAS LLC ("DARK UAS," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit inquiries, or engage in UAS-related services.

1. Information We Collect

DARK UAS collects personal and operational data in the following ways:

• Website Data: IP addresses, cookies, analytics, and browsing behavior.
• Contact Form Submissions: Name, email, phone number, location, and service inquiries.
• Client Data: Project details, aerial footage, geospatial data, and mission-specific information.
• Operational Data: Flight logs, FAA-compliance records, and risk assessments.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to service inquiries and provide requested UAS operations.
• Enhance user experience on our website.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, state, and local regulations.
• Securely store aerial data for client access and legal record-keeping.
• Analyze anonymized operational data for business improvement.

3. Data Security & Protection

DARK UAS implements industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• All sensitive data is encrypted at rest and in transit.
• Only authorized personnel have access to aerial data and client information.
• FAA-mandated flight logs and compliance records are securely archived.
• We do not sell, rent, or share client data with third parties without explicit consent.

4. Data Retention Policy

We retain collected data for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Website analytics data is stored for up to 12 months.
• Client-submitted contact forms are retained for service-related communications.
• Aerial imagery and flight logs are retained per FAA compliance requirements (minimum 6 months).
• Upon client request, all stored data can be permanently deleted unless required for regulatory compliance.

5. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We may use third-party services for analytics, security, and payment processing. These providers adhere to strict data protection standards and are contractually bound to ensure data confidentiality.

Third-party integrations include, but are not limited to:

• Google Analytics: For website performance tracking.
• Cloud Storage: Secure off-site backup of mission-critical aerial data.
• FAA Regulatory Databases: For airspace compliance verification.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

DARK UAS uses cookies to enhance user experience. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies for:

• Analytics and site performance optimization.
• Security and fraud prevention.
• Session persistence for returning users.

Users can disable cookies via their browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

7. User Rights & Data Access

Clients and website visitors have the right to:

• Request access to personal data stored by DARK UAS.
• Correct inaccurate data or request deletion where legally permissible.
• Opt-out of marketing communications and non-essential data processing.

Requests regarding data access, deletion, or modification can be sent to [Your Business Email].

8. Compliance with Legal & Regulatory Frameworks

DARK UAS complies with:

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• State and local airspace laws governing UAS operations.
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California-based users.

9. Updates & Contact Information

DARK UAS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect legal, regulatory, or operational changes.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at [Your Business Email].