Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to https://suvs.vin-verifier.com! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and management of personal information in alignment with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:
- Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Quebec Law 25
- The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
- 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 Connectict Consumer Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
- Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
- South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Scope
This policy is applicable to all aspects of our digital presence, including but not limited to:
- Our official website at https://suvs.vin-verifier.com
- Any mobile or desktop applications associated with our services
- All products and services offered under the SUVs brand
- Third-party platforms, apps, or services accessed through links on our site, although these are subject to their individual privacy policies
Processing Activities
This policy guides how we interact with users in various contexts:
- Authorized User Activities: When you use our applications and services as an authorized user, we collect and process data necessary for service provision and improvement.
- Website Visits: Visiting our websites linked to this Privacy Policy implies acceptance of our data handling practices.
- Communication: We may reach out via email, calls, or text messages (SMS) with newsletters, updates, or promotional content. Your consent is required for such communications.
Personal Data Collection
We gather a variety of personal information for different reasons:
- Account Information: This includes usernames, passwords, and account settings used to access our services.
- Payment Details: We securely store payment information like credit/debit card numbers, billing addresses, and transaction history for processing payments.
- Financial Records: We may collect financial data related to transactions made through our platform.
- Purchase Information: Details of products or services purchased from us, including quantities and order dates.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, device tokens, and advertising IDs.
- Location Data: Information about your geographical location when you interact with our services.
- Feedback and Reviews: We encourage user feedback and may collect this information to enhance our services.
- Social Media Profiles: If you choose to connect your social media accounts, we may access publicly available data from these platforms.
- Product Interaction: Information about products you view, search for, or interact with on our site.
We obtain this data through direct user input, automated technologies (like cookies and device fingerprinting), and third parties who provide us with aggregated or de-identified data, subject to their privacy policies.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience and gain insights into user behavior:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for navigating our site and using its core features.
- Preference Cookies: Remember user preferences for a personalized experience.
- Analytics Cookies: Track site usage, gather analytics, and improve service quality.
Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager or adjust browser settings. Please note that disabling analytics or other functional cookies may impact your website experience.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data for the duration required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Once this period expires, we securely delete or anonymize the data to protect your privacy. Our retention periods vary based on the type of data and legal requirements:
- Account information and transaction records are typically kept for as long as necessary to fulfill commercial purposes or comply with tax regulations (up to 7 years).
- Financial and payment data may be retained for an extended period due to regulatory requirements (up to 10 years).
- Location data is usually deleted shortly after collection unless specifically needed for legal purposes.
Security Measures
We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your personal information:
- Data Encryption: We use encryption protocols to protect data during transmission and storage.
- Secure Third-Party Processing: For certain functions, we engage reputable third-party service providers who adhere to strict data protection standards.
- Access Controls: Our systems have access controls in place to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
Children’s Privacy
We do not intentionally collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us using the details below, and we will take prompt action to rectify the issue.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:
- Access and Rectification: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you and ask for corrections if it’s inaccurate or incomplete.
- Erasure and Data Removal: In certain cases, you have the right to request the deletion of your data, subject to legal exceptions.
- Restriction of Processing: You may limit our use of your data under specific circumstances.
- Data Portability: We can provide your personal data in a structured format suitable for you or another service provider.
- Objection and Non-Discrimination: You have the right to object to the processing of your data and be free from discriminatory actions based on certain characteristics.
- Privacy Appeals/Complaints: You can file complaints with us or relevant supervisory authorities if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
To exercise these rights, please contact our dedicated Privacy Team using the details provided below.
Changes to Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be prominently displayed on our website, and we encourage users to review it periodically. We will not make retroactive changes without prior notice.
Contact Information
For any questions, requests for data removal, or privacy-related inquiries, please reach out to us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Mail: Privacy Team, SUVs Inc., [Address]
We are dedicated to addressing your concerns and ensuring a transparent and secure data handling process.