Privacy Policy

Apex Surveying & Mapping ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our land surveying services throughout Florida.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in various ways, including:

Personal Information

When you request a quote, schedule a survey, or contact us, we may collect:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Property address and legal description
• Project details and survey requirements
• Billing and payment information
• Communication history with our team

Property Information

As part of our surveying services, we may collect:

• Property boundaries and legal descriptions
• Topographic and elevation data
• GPS coordinates and survey markers
• Photographs and aerial imagery of properties
• Public records related to your property

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website or search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide accurate and professional land surveying services
• Process your requests, quotes, and payments
• Communicate with you about your project status
• Prepare survey documents, plats, and legal descriptions
• File required documents with county and state agencies
• Comply with Florida surveying regulations and licensing requirements
• Improve our website and services
• Send you service updates and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Respond to legal requests and prevent fraud

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent

We may share information when you provide explicit consent, such as when you authorize us to submit survey documents to title companies, lenders, or government agencies on your behalf.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third parties who assist in our operations, including:

• Payment processors for billing
• Cloud storage providers for secure document management
• Email service providers for communications
• Analytics providers to improve our website

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, including:

• Compliance with Florida Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers requirements
• Recording survey documents with county recorders
• Responding to subpoenas or court orders
• Protecting our legal rights and preventing fraud

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure SSL encryption for all website communications
• Password-protected access to client files
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited employee access to sensitive information
• Secure physical storage of paper documents

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any breach as required by law.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

Note: Survey documents and records may be subject to Florida professional licensing requirements that mandate retention for specific periods. We will inform you if any legal obligations prevent us from fulfilling your request.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These include:

• Essential cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as county property appraisers, FEMA flood maps, or professional associations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: