Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 8, 2026

ADUscale, Inc. ("InspectPilot AI," "we," "us," or "our") operates the InspectPilot AI platform, accessible at inspectpilot.ai. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Sign up for early access or join our waitlist (name, email address, company name)
• Create an account on our platform (name, email, phone number, business information)
• Contact us for support or inquiries (name, email, message content)
• Enter permit numbers, project details, or inspection data into the platform

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Referral source and search terms used to find our website

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from public government databases (such as LADBS, LA County EPIC-LA) when processing inspection requests on your behalf. This information is limited to permit status, inspection results, and scheduling confirmations.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the InspectPilot AI platform
• Schedule, track, and manage construction inspections on your behalf
• Send you service-related communications (inspection confirmations, status updates, results)
• Process your waitlist registration and notify you about product availability
• Improve our platform through usage analytics and feedback
• Respond to your customer support requests
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Government Inspection Systems: When submitting inspection requests on your behalf, we transmit necessary permit and scheduling information to LADBS (iRFIS/AIRS) or other applicable municipal systems.
• Service Providers: We use trusted third-party providers for hosting, analytics, email delivery, and payment processing. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or enforceable governmental request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL), encryption at rest, access controls, and regular security audits. While no system is 100% secure, we take reasonable steps to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Inspection records and permit data are retained for the duration required by applicable construction and building code regulations. You may request deletion of your account data at any time by contacting us.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the link in our emails.
• Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (session management, security).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including LADBS, LA County, and other government resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

InspectPilot AI is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page and, where appropriate, through email notification. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.