Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 04/122025

1. Scope & Compliance

General Defense Corp (“we,” “us,” or “our“) operates https://generaldefense.com/ in compliance with:

  • U.S. Federal Laws:
    • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
    • COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)
    • ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations, 22 CFR §§ 120-130)
    • EAR (Export Administration Regulations, 15 CFR §§ 730-774)
  • State Laws:
    • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
    • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • International Considerations:
    • GDPR (for EU/UK users, where applicable)

This policy applies to all website visitors, clients, and partners.


2. Data Collection: What We Gather

A. Personal Data (Provided by You)

  • Contact Details: Name, email, phone, company affiliation.
  • Regulatory Data: Export licenses, government contracts, or BATFE documentation.
  • Communications: Emails, form submissions, or service inquiries.

B. Automated Data (Collected via Technology)

  • Device/Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited (via cookies and analytics tools like Google Analytics 4).
  • Security Logs: Failed login attempts, IP blacklists (for fraud prevention).

3. Legal Bases for Processing

We process data under the following U.S. legal frameworks:

Purpose Legal Basis
Contract Fulfillment ITAR §120.5(b): Required for export/defense transactions.
Legal Compliance EAR §732.6: Mandatory screening for sanctioned entities.
Legitimate Interests CCPA §1798.140: Fraud prevention, network security, and service improvements.

4. How We Use Your Data

  • Core Operations:
    • Process defense-related inquiries and contracts.
    • Verify identities per ITAR/EAR requirements.
  • Security & Compliance:
    • Monitor unauthorized access (per NIST SP 800-171).
    • Disclose data to U.S. authorities if legally compelled (e.g., FISA §702).
  • Analytics:
    • Anonymized usage data to improve website performance.

5. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may share data with:

  • U.S. Government Agencies:
    • Department of State (DDTC), Department of Commerce (BIS), or BATFE as required by law.
  • Service Providers:
    • ITAR-compliant logistics firms, cloud hosts (e.g., AWS GovCloud), or legal advisors under strict NDAs.
  • Legal Obligations:
    • In response to subpoenas, court orders, or FISA requests.

We do not sell personal data (CCPA §1798.140(t)).


6. Your Rights (U.S. & International)

A. U.S. Users

B. EU/UK Users (GDPR)

  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion unless retained for ITAR compliance.
  • Data Portability: Receive records in machine-readable format.

7. Data Security Measures

  • Encryption: TLS 1.2+ for all data transmissions.
  • Access Controls: Role-based permissions (per NIST SP 800-53).
  • Audits: Annual third-party security assessments.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookie Type Purpose How to Opt Out
Essential Contact forms, login sessions Disable in browser settings
Analytics (GA4) Anonymized traffic analysis Google Opt-Out
Security IP blacklisting, brute-force protection Required for site functionality

9. Policy Updates & Contact

  • Updates: Posted on this page with a 30-day advance notice for material changes.
  • Contact:

Annex: Legal References

FISA §702: Obligations for national security disclosures.

ITAR (22 CFR §120.6): Recordkeeping requirements for defense articles.

CCPA §1798.150: Private right of action for data breaches.