Privacy Policy

BY PROVIDING INFORMATION TO US ON THIS WEB SITE, YOU CONSENT TO THE COLLECTION, USE AND DISCLOSURE OF THAT INFORMATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS PRIVACY POLICY.

Microvision, Inc. (“Microvision”, “us” or “we”) respects the privacy concerns of visitors to this Web site. We are proud of our information practices, and we want you to know the steps we take to protect the information you may provide to us. This Privacy Policy applies only to the information we collect on the Web site located at www.getPicoP.com.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Microvision may modify this Privacy Policy at any time, without notice, by updating this page. Please check this page periodically for changes since your continued use of this Web site following the posting of changes will indicate your acceptance of those changes.

This privacy policy was last updated on March 31, 2005.

2. Information We Collect Automatically

The servers that run our Web site collect certain information about your visits to our Web site. The information that we may collect includes the name of the domain and host from which you access the Internet, the type of Internet browser you use (e.g., Netscape or Internet Explorer), the IP address of your computer, the date and time you access the Web site, and the Internet address of the Web site from which you link to our Web site. We use information that we automatically collect to manage and improve our Web site for visitors like you. We do not tie any of the information that we automatically collect to personal information that you may provide to us.

3. Personal Information You Choose to Provide to Us

Microvision gathers and retains personal information about you only when voluntarily submitted by you (e.g., if you choose to complete and submit one of the forms located on our Web site to register to receive information). We will use personal information you submit to us for the purpose specifically stated when you submit your information or, if no purpose is stated, in a manner that makes sense in light of the information collected. For example, if you submit a question to us we may use your personal information to respond to your inquiry. Microvision may also periodically use the e-mail address you provide to us to send you promotional materials from us or our third party associates unless you opt out of receiving such materials. We retain all personal information you submit to us for our records. If we change the manner we use or retain personal information you provide to us, we will update this Privacy Policy.

4. Personal Information as an Asset of Microvision

The personal information you provide to us is an asset of Microvision. If Microvision or a substantial part of our business is sold or otherwise transferred to a third party, your personal information may be transferred as well. We will attempt to notify you of any transfer of your personal information in connection with such a major transaction using the last contact information you provided to us.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties

Except for a major transaction as described above, Microvision will not sell or rent the personal information you provide to us to any third party without first obtaining your consent. In addition, we will not disclose the personal information you provide to us without your consent except: (a) as required by law; (b) to our service providers who host and maintain our Web site and e-mail services; (c) to service providers or suppliers if the disclosure will enable that party to perform business, professional or technical support for us; and (d) to third party associates who may have products or services of interest to you.

6. Opting Out of Receiving Promotional Materials

Unless you opt out of receiving promotional materials, we may send you information by e-mail to the addresses you submit to us on the pages of our Web site. From time to time, we may send newsletters to you, notify you of special promotions, new products or services, or provide you with other information that may be of interest to you. You may also receive notifications of special promotions, new products or services from our third party associates. If you do not want to receive promotional information from us or our third party associates, please contact us as indicated at the bottom of this Privacy Policy. Upon receipt of your request, we will take reasonable steps to deactivate your name from our marketing lists.

7. Cookies

A “cookie” is a small piece of information that is sent by our server, stored on your PC's hard drive, and used by your Web browser. Microvision uses cookies on this Web site to improve your overall experience. If you choose not to register or accept cookies from Microvision you may still use our Web site, but you may not be able to use all features on our Web site fully.

8. Security

We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your personal information. You should be aware, however, that no transmission over the Internet, and no electronic data storage method, is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of the personal information you provide to us either during its transmission or its storage on the servers we use for this Web site.

9. Links to Other Web sites

Microvision does not endorse and is not responsible for the information practices or privacy policies of Web sites operated by others that may be linked to our Web site. If you decide to access a third party’s Web site that may be linked to this Web site, you should consult that Web site’s privacy policy.

10. Children

It is not our intention to collect personal information from anyone under 18 years of age. If you are under 18 years of age, you may use this Web site only with the participation of an adult.

11. How to Contact Us

If you have questions about how we use the personal information you may provide to us on this Web site or about this Privacy Policy, would like to change personal information you have provided to us, or would like to opt out of receiving promotional materials by e-mail, please contact us by e-mail at info@microvision.com or by phone at 866-333-3542 (toll-free) 425-354-3542 (outside U.S.).