Privacy Policy
Align One Application — Project DC Ecosystem
Last Updated: March, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how DC Layouts LLC ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects information when users access or use the Align One software platform, applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").
By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect several types of information in connection with the use of the Platform.
1.1 Information Provided by Users
Users may voluntarily provide information when creating an account, using the Platform, or contacting us, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Company name
- Job title or role
- Account credentials
- Project information uploaded to the Platform
- Documents, drawings, plans, and annotations
- Communications with the Company
This information is collectively referred to as User Information.
1.2 Project Data and User Content
The Platform allows users to upload and store project-related information, including:
- Construction plans and drawings
- PDF documents
- Annotations and markups
- Project notes
- Task information
- Reports and project tracking data
This information is referred to as User Content.
The Company does not claim ownership of User Content.
Users are responsible for ensuring that they have all necessary rights, permissions, and authorizations to upload or share project information, documents, or other content through the Platform.
1.3 Automatically Collected Information
When users access the Platform, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Device type
- Operating system
- Browser type
- Access timestamps
- Usage activity within the Platform
- Log files and diagnostic data
This information helps us maintain system security and improve performance.
1.4 Analytics and Usage Data
We may collect information about how the Platform is used, including:
- Feature usage
- Interaction with tools and functionality
- Performance metrics
- Error reports
This data may be aggregated or anonymized for analysis and system improvement.
2. How We Use Information
We process personal information where necessary to provide the Platform, fulfill contractual obligations to users, maintain legitimate business interests such as improving services and maintaining security, or where users have provided consent where required by law.
We use collected information for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Providing and operating the Platform
- Authenticating user accounts
- Maintaining system functionality
- Enabling collaboration and document management
- Improving platform features and performance
- Developing new tools and services
- Providing customer support
- Communicating with users
- Ensuring system security
- Preventing fraud or misuse
- Complying with legal obligations
3. AI and Data Processing
The Platform may include AI-powered tools that assist users with document navigation, summarization, analysis, or reporting.
AI systems may process User Content solely for the purpose of generating outputs requested by users within the Platform.
To improve system performance, the Company may use aggregated or anonymized usage data for purposes such as:
- improving machine learning models
- optimizing system performance
- enhancing product functionality
User Content will not be used to train publicly distributed artificial intelligence models without the user's permission, except where content has been aggregated and irreversibly anonymized.
4. Data Storage and Security
User information and project data may be stored using secure cloud infrastructure providers.
The Company implements commercially reasonable safeguards designed to protect data, including:
- administrative safeguards
- technical safeguards
- access controls
- system monitoring
However, no internet-based system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. The Company cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, cyber incidents, or data breaches.
Users are responsible for maintaining independent backups of important project data.
In the event of a confirmed data breach affecting personal information, the Company will provide notifications where required by applicable law.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell personal data.
Information may be shared only in limited circumstances, including:
5.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist in operating the Platform, including:
- cloud hosting providers
- authentication services
- analytics providers
- infrastructure providers
These providers are required to handle data in accordance with appropriate confidentiality and security obligations.
5.2 Legal Compliance
Information may be disclosed when required to:
- comply with applicable law
- respond to lawful government requests
- enforce legal rights
- prevent fraud or misuse
- protect the safety of users or the public
5.3 Business Transfers
If the Company undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or asset sale, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
6. Data Retention
The Company retains information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- provide the Platform
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes
- enforce agreements
User accounts and associated information may be deleted upon user request, subject to operational or legal requirements.
7. User Rights and Control
Depending on applicable laws, users may have rights regarding their personal information, including the right to:
- access personal data
- request correction of inaccurate information
- request deletion of personal data
- request restriction of certain processing activities
Requests may be submitted through the contact information listed at the end of this policy.
The Company may require identity verification before responding to such requests.
8. International Data Transfers
The Platform may be accessed from different jurisdictions. Information collected may be stored or processed in the United States or other countries where infrastructure providers operate.
By using the Platform, users acknowledge that data may be transferred across international borders.
Data protection laws in these jurisdictions may differ from those in a user's country of residence.
9. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Platform may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- maintain session authentication
- remember user preferences
- analyze usage patterns
- improve system functionality
Users may control certain cookie settings through their browser configuration.
The Platform does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals transmitted by web browsers.
10. Third-Party Services
The Platform may rely on or integrate with third-party services such as:
- cloud infrastructure providers
- analytics tools
- authentication services
- payment processors
These services operate under their own privacy policies, and the Company is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.
11. Children's Privacy
The Platform is intended for professional use and is not directed to individuals under the age of 18.
The Company does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information from a minor has been collected without appropriate authorization, we may delete such information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
The Company may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted within the Platform or on the Company's website.
Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact:
DC Layouts LLC
9930 Willow Ridge Way
Spotsylvania, Virginia, USA
Email: dc@layouts-llc.com
14. California Privacy Notice
To the extent applicable under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents may have the right to:
- request disclosure of collected personal information
- request deletion of personal information
- request information about data use practices
The Company does not sell personal information as defined under applicable privacy laws.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information listed above.