Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to https://schema-org.154news.com (hereinafter referred to as “schema.org,” “we,” or “the Company”). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and data security for our users. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:
- Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal data in the private sector
- The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
- Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
- California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and its equivalents in Colorado (CPA), Utah (UCPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Virginia (VCDPA), South Africa (POPIA), and other relevant jurisdictions.
Scope
This Privacy Policy is applicable to all aspects of our online presence, including our website, mobile applications, services, and products offered under the schema.org brand. However, it’s crucial to emphasize that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms or services accessed through links on our site. These external entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage users to review them.
Processing Activities
Our Privacy Policy governs your interactions when:
- You utilize any of our applications or services as an authorized user.
- You visit any websites associated with this Privacy Statement.
- We communicate with you via newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages/SMS.
Personal Data Collection
We gather a range of personal information to enhance your experience and provide tailored services. The types of data collected include:
- Account Information: Details associated with your user account, including usernames, passwords, and profile settings.
- Payment Information: Data related to transactions, such as credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history.
- Financial Information: Records of financial activities, investment portfolios, or banking information (if provided).
- Purchase Information: Items you’ve purchased, order history, and product preferences.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, mobile phone numbers, and related data from your mobile devices.
- Location Data: Information about your geographical location when using our location-based services.
- Feedback: Your comments, suggestions, and ratings to improve our products and services.
- Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when you interact with us through these channels.
- Product Information: Details about the products or services you’ve inquired about or purchased.
We obtain this data through direct user input, interactions with our systems, and automated technologies during your use of our platform. Additionally, we may receive personal information from third parties, subject to their privacy practices.
Cookies
We employ cookies to enhance the functionality and usability of our platform for enhanced user experience and analytics purposes. Cookies are categorized as Strictly Necessary, Preferences, and Analytics:
- Strictly Necessary: Ensure basic functions and navigation on our website.
- Preferences: Remember your preferences, such as language settings, to provide a personalized experience.
- Analytics: Track site usage, analyze trends, and measure the effectiveness of our online content.
Users can exercise control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, in compliance with applicable laws. Once these purposes are met or upon your request for deletion, we will securely delete or anonymize the information.
Security Measures
Schema.org implements robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We utilize encryption for secure communication and engage secure third-party processors to handle sensitive data on our behalf, ensuring compliance with strict privacy standards.
Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children under 18 years of age. Our services and content are not intentionally designed to be used by individuals in this age group, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access and Rectification
- Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
- Data Portability
- Objection/Withdrawal of Consent
- Restriction of Processing
- Non-Discrimination
To exercise these rights or if you have any data-related inquiries, please contact our dedicated privacy team at your earliest convenience.
Changes to Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effectively communicated through a notice on our website, and revised policy versions will be readily accessible here.
Contact Information
For any questions, unsubscribe requests, or data privacy inquiries, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Postal Address: [Privacy Team Address]
