Privacy Policy

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At Althera Code (“AC”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information when you interact with our website https://areascode.com, communicate with our team, or use our services.

We comply with international data protection laws, including:

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation – EU)
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act – US)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act – for California residents, where applicable)

1. Who We Are

Althera Code is a full-cycle software development company with headquarters in the United States and a distributed team across the European Union. We help startups and established businesses build scalable digital products, automate processes, and transform industries using modern technologies.
We specialize in a range of industries including Healthcare, Fintech, SaaS, Construction, Logistics, Manufacturing, E-commerce, and Renewable Energy.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect: 

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Company name, title, and industry
IP address, browser, and device information
Website usage data via cookies and analytics
Any information you voluntarily submit via contact forms, email, or chat

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and lawfully justified (e.g. medical data for HIPAA-compliant healthcare software).

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes: 

Responding to inquiries, demo requests, or contact forms
Delivering content and resources you’ve requested
Following up on business opportunities
Sharing company updates, case studies, or relevant insights
Performing analytics to improve our site and services
Meeting contractual and legal obligations
Maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g. HIPAA, GDPR)

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals in the EU/EEA, we process personal data under the following legal bases: 

Your consent, where applicable
Performance of a contract or pre-contractual activities
Our legitimate interests (such as business communication, marketing, or analytics)
Compliance with legal obligations

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are a resident of the EU or EEA, you have the right to: 

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion (right to be forgotten)
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Request data portability
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at kruk.marta@areascode.com

6. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to: 

Know what personal data we collect, use, and share
Request deletion of your data
Opt out of any “sale” of personal data (note: we do not sell personal data)
Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at kruk.marta@areascode.com. You may also request a copy of your data or opt-out via a dedicated request if needed.

7. HIPAA Compliance (For Healthcare Projects)

For projects involving protected health information (PHI), we follow HIPAA-compliant development practices, including: 

Business Associate Agreements (BAA) when required
Secure data storage and encrypted transmission
Access control and audit logging
Staff training and internal safeguards

We never use or disclose PHI beyond what is contractually and legally required.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and understand how visitors interact with our content. These may include: 

Session and performance cookies
Google Analytics or similar tracking tools
Optional cookies based on consent (where applicable)

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser or device settings.

9. Data Transfers and Storage

Data may be stored or processed in the United States, European Union, or other countries where we or our partners operate. All transfers are safeguarded with contractual clauses or adequacy decisions in accordance with GDPR Article 46.

10. How We Protect Your Data

We apply administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. This includes: 

Encrypted data transfer
Role-based access controls
Regular audits and security updates
Secure development lifecycle practices

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact us:

E-mail

kruk.marta@areascode.com

US HQ:

40 Oak Street, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

EU Office:

Vesivärava tn 51-202, Tallinn, Estonia

We may update it occasionally. All changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.