Effective Date: December 29, 2025 Business Name: ST5star (“we,” “us,” “our”) Contact Email:[email protected]
1) Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how ST5star collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services (the “Services”). By using our website or Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2) Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
A) Information you provide
Contact info: name, email address, phone number, business name
Form submissions & messages: details you submit through forms, chat, or email
Service-related info: information needed to provide our Services (for example, business details and communication preferences)
Payment info (if applicable): if you purchase Services, payment processing is handled by third-party payment providers; we may receive limited transaction details (such as payment status and invoice info)
B) Information collected automatically
When you use our website, we may automatically collect:
Device and browser data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers
Usage data: pages viewed, time on site, referring/exit pages, interactions
Approximate location: based on IP address
C) Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to help the site function, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
3) How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide, operate, and improve our Services
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Communicate with you about service updates, scheduling, onboarding, and account-related messages
Send email and SMS messages you request or consent to receive
Maintain security, prevent fraud, and enforce our policies
Comply with legal obligations
4) Email and SMS Communications (HighLevel)
We use HighLevel (a CRM/communications platform) to manage contacts and send email and SMS communications.
SMS/Text Messaging
If you provide your phone number and opt in, you may receive SMS messages related to your inquiry and/or our Services (such as reminders, updates, and support communications).
Your consent to receive texts is not a condition of purchase (where required by law).
Email
If you opt in to receive emails, you can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link (if provided) or by contacting us at [email protected].
5) How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these cases:
Service providers: We use trusted vendors to run our business (for example, website hosting, analytics, customer relationship management, and communications tools like HighLevel and its messaging partners). These providers may process information only to perform services for us and must protect it.
Legal and safety: If required by law or necessary to protect rights, safety, and security.
Business transfers: If ST5star is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
With your direction: If you request or authorize us to share information.
6) Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to provide the Services, maintain business records, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and comply with legal obligations. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and why it was collected.
7) Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8) Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
Request access to personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of certain information (where applicable)
Opt out of marketing communications (email/SMS)
To make a request, email [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before completing certain requests.
9) Children’s Privacy
Our website and Services are not intended for children under 13 (and not for children under 16 in certain regions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10) Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.
11) Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
12) Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, contact: ST5star Email:[email protected]
Service Areas: Knoxville • Oak Ridge • Farragut • Maryville • Powell • Hardin Valley • Karns (and nearby areas within ~60 minutes)