Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 1, 2026

PPATEC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our customers’ personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information gathered through our payment website.


Information We Collect

When you use our website or make a payment, we may collect the following information:

  • Name
  • Billing address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Payment information (such as credit card or debit card details)
  • Transaction history
  • IP address and browser information
  • Other information voluntarily provided by you during the payment process


How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Process and authorize payments
  • Provide customer support
  • Send transaction confirmations and payment receipts
  • Maintain account and transaction records
  • Improve website functionality and security
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

 

Information Sharing and Disclosure

PPATEC does not sell, rent, or trade customer personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

To securely process online payments, we use Authorize.Net, a trusted third-party payment gateway service provider. When you submit payment information through our website, certain information necessary to process the transaction, including payment card details and transaction data, may be transmitted to Authorize.Net and its affiliated payment processing partners. This information is used solely for payment authorization, processing, fraud prevention, and related payment services.

Authorize.Net maintains its own privacy and security practices. For more information, please review the Authorize.Net Privacy Statement at: https://www.authorize.net/about-us/privacy.html

We may also disclose information when required by law, court order, legal process, or governmental request, or when necessary to protect our rights, property, or the security of our customers and systems.

 

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

 

Secure Checkout

PPATEC is committed to protecting customer payment information. Our website uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology to secure the transmission of sensitive data during the checkout and payment process.

Online payments are processed through Authorize.Net, a PCI DSS-compliant payment gateway provider. Payment information is encrypted during transmission and processed through secure systems designed to protect against unauthorized access.

Customers can verify that a secure connection is in use by confirming the presence of the “https://” prefix and padlock icon in their web browser while accessing our payment pages.

 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance website performance. These technologies do not collect sensitive payment information.

 

Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill business purposes, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

 

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

 

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. To make such a request, please contact us using the information below.

 

Contact Information

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

PPATEC
P.O. Box 27, Grantville, PA  17028
717-603-4733
office@papetroleum.org

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

SMS Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 23, 2026

PPATEC respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

Information We Collect

When you opt in to receive SMS messages from us, we may collect:

  • Your mobile phone number
  • Your consent to receive text messages
  • Information related to your interactions with our messages

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Send appointment reminders
  • Provide order updates and notifications
  • Deliver customer support communications
  • Send promotional offers and marketing messages (if you have opted in)

SMS Consent

Your SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary depending on your interactions with us and the services you request.

Opting Out

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us unless you re-enroll.

Help

For assistance, reply HELP to any message or contact us at:

Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share information with service providers who assist us in delivering SMS communications and operating our business.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this SMS Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this SMS Privacy Policy, contact us at:

PPATEC
1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Suite 2
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: (717) 939-1781
Email: education@ppatec.com

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