Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how The Accel ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information in connection with our website at https://theaccel.net and any related services, including email and SMS communications (collectively, the "Services").
By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website or Services:
Contact information: name, email address, phone number, job title, company name.
Communication preferences: your opt-in status for email and SMS, and related consent records.
Usage data: pages visited, actions taken, referring URLs, device information, browser type, approximate location.
Form submissions: information you provide when downloading content, booking calls, or requesting information about our offerings.
Cookies and similar technologies: data used to remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Operate, maintain, and improve our website and Services.
Respond to inquiries, schedule consultations, and deliver requested content or resources.
Send marketing communications, including email and SMS messages, where you have provided consent or where permitted by law.
Customize content and offers based on your interests and engagement with our Services.
Analyze performance, run diagnostics, and improve user experience.
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms.
4. SMS Text Messaging and Mobile Data
If you choose to opt in to receive SMS messages from us, we will collect and store your mobile number and consent preferences.
We use your mobile number only to send you information related to The Accel, such as updates, reminders, or marketing messages about our Services, consistent with your consent.
You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP or following the instructions in the message.
Message and data rates may apply. Frequency of messages may vary.
We do not share mobile contact information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information may be shared with subcontractors or service providers in support of our Services, such as customer support or technical operations. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Legal Bases for Processing
Depending on your location, we may process your personal data based on:
Your consent, such as when you opt in to marketing or SMS.
Our legitimate interests in operating and improving our Services and communicating with prospects and clients.
Compliance with legal obligations.
6. How We Share Information
We may share your information with:
Service providers and vendors who help us operate our website, CRM, email, and SMS platforms, subject to appropriate data protection obligations.
Professional advisors, such as legal, financial, or technical consultants.
Authorities or other parties where required by law or to protect our rights.
We do not sell your personal information.
As stated above, mobile numbers and SMS opt-in data are not shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional use.
7. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to remember user preferences and analyze how visitors use our website.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of our website may not function properly without cookies.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including providing the Services, complying with legal requirements, and maintaining business records.
We keep SMS consent data and related logs as required to demonstrate compliance with applicable messaging regulations.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your information.
Object to or restrict certain processing.
Withdraw consent where we rely on it, such as marketing and SMS.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us so we can delete it.
11. Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites or services that are not operated by us.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties and encourage you to review their policies.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was most recently revised, and changes become effective when posted.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us at:
Mailing address: 1457 KELLY Road. Suite 340 | APEX, NC, 27502, United States