Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. We aim to ensure your internet experience is enjoyable and secure, empowering you to utilize its vast resources with confidence.
Introduction
Our company gathers information through various means from Visitors and Subscribers accessing our Services and network of websites. This Privacy Policy underscores our steadfast commitment to privacy and security, detailing how we collect and utilize information from all users of our Internet Services. This includes Visitors who access some Services without accounts and Subscribers who purchase Products or subscribe to our Service, outlining the choices they have concerning the collection and use of their information. We urge you to review this Privacy Policy attentively.
While we take steps to safeguard against unauthorized disclosure of information, we cannot guarantee that personally identifiable information collected will never be disclosed contrary to this Privacy Policy.
Registration
Subscribers may be required to provide personal information during registration, such as name, address, telephone number, billing information (e.g., credit card number), and details about the personal computer used to access our Services. This information is used to manage Subscriber accounts, including billing purposes, and may be shared with third parties under specific circumstances outlined herein or during joint promotions with partners.
For joint promotions with partners, personal information such as name, address, and username may be shared with the partner for offering additional products and services. However, the partner is restricted from using this information for other purposes.
We may also generate non-identifying and aggregate profiles from Subscriber information provided during registration (e.g., total number of Subscribers, without disclosing names). This aggregated, non-identifying information may be used to display advertisements on our Services.
Additionally, upon purchase, we may provide our members' contact details to business partners who may contact them by telephone. Sales proceeds are handled by the business partner, and we may share contact information with other companies for mail offers that we believe may interest our Subscribers, with or without compensation.
Text Messaging Policy
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes, excluding opt-in data and consent for text messaging originators.
Our Company Partners and Sponsors
Certain products and services may be offered to Visitors and Subscribers in collaboration with affiliates, independent contractors, or non-affiliated partners. These partners may collect and maintain personal information to provide these products and services.
Online Shopping
At select websites, you can purchase products or register to receive materials like newsletters or product updates. You may be required to provide contact information such as name, address, email address, phone number, and credit/debit card information. When ordering for someone else, you may need to provide recipient information, and we have no control over how third parties use this information.
If you order directly from us, the personal information provided is used to process your order and may be shared with outside parties with whom we conduct business.
Online Advertisements
We may display online advertisements and share information about Visitors and Subscribers collected through registration, surveys, and promotions with these advertisers. This information may be used to deliver tailored advertisements or joint ventures based on collected data and advertiser preferences.
Responses to Email Inquiries
When Visitors or Subscribers send email inquiries, we use the return email address to respond.
Voluntary Customer Surveys
Periodically, we conduct business and customer surveys to gather feedback, which helps us improve our products and services. Survey responses may be aggregated and used for service enhancements and new product development. Aggregated, non-personally identifying information may be shared with third parties.
Promotions
We may offer contests, sweepstakes, polls, or other promotions in collaboration with third parties. Participation may involve providing personally identifiable information. Third parties may collect and use this information as per their policies.
Special Cases
We may disclose personal information to comply with laws, regulations, or legal requests, or to protect our company and Subscribers. This may involve sharing information with credit agencies, law enforcement, or as necessary to identify, contact, or bring legal action against violators of our Terms of Use.
Browser Level Information
Our web servers automatically collect browser-level information like IP addresses and URLs visited. This data is aggregated and used for internal traffic analysis in an anonymous manner.
California Residents
California residents have rights under California law, including receiving information on how their information is shared with third parties for marketing purposes. Requests for such information can be made to
[email protected], specifying "California Privacy Request."
"Cookies" and How Our Company Uses Them
We use cookies to collect, store, and track information for statistical purposes and to enhance user experience. Most web browsers accept cookies automatically, but settings can be adjusted to refuse cookies or provide warnings.
Third-party cookies used by advertisers and partners are not controlled by us, and we disclaim responsibility for data collected through these cookies.
Our Company Commitment to Children's Privacy
We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act and restrict website access to individuals aged eighteen or older. No information is knowingly collected from individuals under eighteen years of age.
Public Forums
Information disclosed in public areas of our websites becomes public information. Caution is advised when sharing personal information in these forums.
Our Company's Commitment to Data Security
We implement security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse of information. While we strive to ensure network and system integrity, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
In the Event of Sale or Bankruptcy
In the event of a change in ownership, control, or bankruptcy, information may be transferred to new owners or controlling entities. Opt-out preferences are respected, but information rights may transfer.
Revisions to this Policy
Changes to this Privacy Policy are communicated to Users, providing notice of material updates.