Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://site-audit.154news.com (referred to as “our site” or “we”). We are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users, ensuring their privacy is protected at all times. This Privacy Policy details the practices we employ regarding the collection, handling, and protection of personal data in compliance with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

• Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
• Quebec Law 25
• European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
• California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
• Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
• Utah’s Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
• Connecticut’s Connecticut Transparency and Accountabilty of Data (CTDPA)
• Virginia’s Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
• South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies universally to all aspects of our site, including but not limited to:

1. Our official website at https://site-audit.154news.com
2. Any applications or services offered through our platform
3. Interactions on our social media channels and other online platforms linked to this privacy statement

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services accessed via external links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices for data processing when:

1. You utilize our applications or services as an authorized user.
2. You visit our website(s) linked to this policy.
3. You engage with us through communications such as newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, including but not limited to:

1. Account Information: Details required for account creation and management, such as your username, email address, and password.
2. Payment Information: Transaction details when you make purchases or subscriptions on our platform.
3. Financial Information: This may include bank account numbers or cardholder information, used for billing and payment processing.
4. Purchase Information: Data related to products or services bought through our site, including quantities, prices, and order history.
5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers and mobile app usage data collected via our applications.
6. Location Data: Information about your geographical location when you interact with our services.
7. Feedback: Reviews, comments, and responses provided by users regarding our products or services.
8. Social Media Information: Details obtained from social media platforms when users connect their accounts to our services.
9. Product Information: Data related to the products you view, search for, or purchase on our site.

We gather this data through various methods: user input forms, online interactions, automated tracking technologies (like cookies and device fingerprinting), and third-party service providers.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your browser by websites to enhance user experience and enable essential functions. Our use of cookies includes:

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionalities like logging in, navigating the website, and making purchases.
2. Preference Cookies: Used to remember user preferences and settings for a personalized experience.
3. Analytics Cookies: Enable us to understand how our site is used, track user behavior, and improve our services.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager tool, allowing them to control their privacy preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is no longer relevant:

1. We delete the data securely from our active systems.
2. In some cases, we may anonymize the data before deletion to support analytics and research purposes.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your personal data:

1. Encryption: Data is transmitted and stored using encryption protocols to protect against unauthorized access.
2. Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from minors, and we encourage parents or legal guardians to supervise their child’s online activities.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have specific rights regarding your personal data:

1. Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
2. Rectification: The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): The right to request the deletion of your personal data, under certain circumstances.
4. Restriction: Limiting our processing of your data in specific cases.
5. Portability: Obtaining a copy of your personal data in a structured format and transferring it to another controller.
6. Objection: Objecting to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
7. Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discrimination when exercising your data protection rights.
8. Filing Appeals/Complaints: You can file complaints with relevant supervisory authorities or contact our privacy team directly.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time, and we will post the updated version on our website. We encourage users to regularly review this policy for any changes.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or questions regarding data privacy:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mail: [Provide Address]

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring a transparent and secure online experience.