Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 01/30/2026

Development Consulting Partners, (“we,” “us,” or “our”), an Illinois-based technology consulting firm, is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information in compliance with Illinois and federal laws.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that allows us to provide high-level tech consulting services. This includes:

  • Identifiers: Name, business email, phone number, and office address.

  • Professional Information: Job title, company name, and details regarding your technical infrastructure or project requirements.

  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, and interaction data collected through cookies.

  • Financial Data: Billing information and tax IDs for B2B contract fulfillment.

2. Illinois Biometric Information Privacy (BIPA) Disclosure

In accordance with the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA):

  • Our Practice: We do not collect, store, or use biometric identifiers (such as fingerprints, retina scans, or facial geometry) in the course of our general consulting services.

  • Third-Party MFA: If you use biometric authentication (like FaceID) to access third-party tools we recommend, that data stays on your device and is not accessible to us.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Deliver consulting services and project deliverables.

  • Manage contracts, invoicing, and Illinois state tax compliance.

  • Provide technical support and security updates.

  • Communicate via newsletters (with an easy opt-out).

4. Disclosure and Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We only share data with:

  • Sub-processors: Trusted cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Workspace) and CRM tools.

  • Legal Necessity: To comply with a subpoena or the Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) in the event of a security breach.

5. Data Security and Breach Notification

We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, firewalls, and access controls). Pursuant to Illinois PIPA, in the event of a data breach that affects Illinois residents, we will notify you and the relevant authorities without unreasonable delay.

6. Your Rights

Regardless of your location, we provide the following rights to our clients:

  • Access: You can request a summary of the data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can ask us to update inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your data, provided it is not required for ongoing legal or contractual obligations.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to technical documentation or partner sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external entities.

8. Contact Our Illinois Office

If you have questions regarding this policy or our data handling, please reach out:

Development Consulting Partners, LLC
3351 Cloudcroft CT,
Montgomery, IL 60538

Email: info@developmentconsultingpartners.com