PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: [July 1st, 2025]
Welcome to COMET, a web-based application developed and operated by Edbo Technologies LLC. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights related to your use of COMET.
1. Who We Are
This Privacy Policy applies to COMET, owned and operated by Edbo Technologies LLC, located at 36506 Sherwood, Livonia, MI 48154. This policy governs data practices for the COMET website and web application.
For questions or concerns, please contact us at:
📧 comet@edbo.tech
2. What Information We Collect
Account Information
To use COMET, professionals are required to create an account. During registration, we collect:
Name
Email address
Password (encrypted)
School district or employer (optional)
COMET is for use by certified professionals only. Users must be at least 18 years old.
Traveler Information
COMET allows professionals to enter data related to Travelers (individuals being evaluated for Orientation & Mobility services). This may include:
Initials or identifiers
Skill performance data
Visual acuities and eye conditions
Relevant medical or functional information
Dates and contexts of evaluations
Travelers do not use COMET directly. Only authorized professionals input Traveler information.
Device and Usage Data
When you access COMET, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type and operating system
Device identifiers
App usage metrics and error logs (for analytics and debugging)
Cookies (see Section 6)
3. How We Use the Information
We use your information to:
Allow you to create, manage, and store O&M evaluations
Generate customized reports
Sync data securely across sessions and devices
Provide technical support and respond to inquiries
Improve the functionality, design, and reliability of the app
Analyze de-identified usage patterns to enhance the COMET platform
We do not use Traveler data for advertising or marketing.
4. Data Storage and Security
Data is securely stored:
Locally on your device (e.g., for offline use)
In a secure cloud database managed by Edbo Technologies LLC
We implement:
Encrypted communication and storage
Access controls for authorized users
Secure backups
Account password encryption
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your login credentials.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent personal or Traveler data. We may share limited data with third-party service providers that help us operate COMET, such as:
Hosting and database providers
Analytics and error-reporting tools
Payment processors (for licensing fees)
All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data in accordance with industry standards.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to:
Remember user sessions
Improve site functionality
Collect anonymous usage statistics
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may impact site performance.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and review your personal account data
Edit or correct your information
Request deletion of your account and all associated data
Export your data upon request
To exercise these rights, email us at comet@edbo.tech.
8. Compliance
We are committed to compliance with:
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), where applicable
All Traveler data is handled with confidentiality and used only for authorized professional purposes.
9. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account remains active, or as needed to fulfill evaluation and reporting functions. You may request account and data deletion at any time.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology, laws, or our services. We will notify users of significant changes via the app or email.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:
Edbo Technologies LLC
📍 36506 Sherwood, Livonia, MI 48154
📧 comet@edbo.tech