Privacy Policy
Welcome to (the “Site”). We understand that online privacy is important to users of our Site, especially when conducting business. This policy governs our privacy policies with respect to users of the Site (“Visitors”) who visit the Site without transacting business and Visitors who register to transact business on the Site and use the various services offered by (collectively, the “Services”) (“Authorized Customers”).
“Personal Identification Information”
refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify, contact, or locate the person to whom such information relates, including but not limited to name, address, telephone number, fax number, email address, financial profiles, social security number, and credit card information. Personally Identifiable Information does not include information collected anonymously (i.e., without identifying the individual user) or demographic information that is not linked to an identified person.
What Personally Identifiable Information is collected?
We may collect basic user profile information from all Visitors. From Authorized Customers we also collect the following information: names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses, the nature and size of business activity, and the nature and size of advertising inventory that the Authorized Customer intends to buy or sell.
Which organizations collect the information?
In addition to our direct collection of information, our third-party service providers (such as credit card companies, clearing houses, and banks), who may provide services such as credit, insurance, and escrow services, may also collect such information from our Visitors and Authorized Customers. We do not control how these third parties use this information, but we do ask them to state how they use the personal information provided by Visitors and Authorized Customers. Some of these third parties may be intermediaries who act only as links in the distribution chain and do not store, retain, or use the information provided to them.
How does the Site use Personally Identifiable Information?
We use Personally Identifiable Information to personalize the Site, offer appropriate services, and fulfill purchase and sale requests on the Site. We may send emails to Visitors and Authorized Customers regarding research or opportunities to buy and sell on the Site or information related to the subject matter of the Site. We may also use Personally Identifiable Information to contact Visitors and Authorized Customers in response to specific requests or to provide requested information.
With whom can information be shared?
Personally Identifiable Information of Authorized Customers may be shared with other Authorized Customers who wish to evaluate potential transactions. We may share aggregate information about our Visitors, including demographic information of Visitors and Authorized Customers, with our affiliated agencies and third-party vendors. We also offer the opportunity to opt out (“opt out”) of receiving information or being contacted by us or any agency acting on our behalf.
How is personally identifiable information stored?
Personally Identifiable Information collected by is stored securely and is not accessible to third parties or employees of , except for the uses indicated above.
What choices are available to Visitors regarding the collection, use, and distribution of information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may opt out of receiving unsolicited information or from being contacted by us and/or our suppliers and affiliated agencies by responding to emails according to the instructions provided or by contacting us at .
Does the Site use cookies?
Cookies are used for several purposes. We use cookies to obtain information about our Visitors' preferences and the services they select. We also use cookies for security purposes to protect our Authorized Customers. For example, if an Authorized Client has logged in and the site remains inactive for more than 10 minutes, the Authorized Client will be automatically logged out.
How do you use access information?
uses login information, including but not limited to IP addresses, ISPs, and browser types, to analyze trends, administer the Site, track users' movements and usage, and gather general demographic information.
Which partners or service providers have access to the Personally Identifiable Information of Visitors and/or Authorized Customers on the Site?
has entered into and will continue to enter into partnerships and other affiliations with various providers. These vendors may have access to certain Personally Identifiable Information solely on a “need to know” basis to assess Authorized Customers' eligibility for services. Our privacy policy does not cover the collection or use of such information by these vendors. Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information to comply with the law: we will disclose such information to comply with a court order, subpoena, or request from competent authorities. We will also disclose it when reasonably necessary to protect the safety of our Visitors and Authorized Customers.
How does the Site maintain the security of Personally Identifiable Information?
All of our employees are familiar with our security policies and practices. Personal Identification Information of Visitors and Authorized Customers is accessible only to a limited number of qualified employees, who are provided with a password to access the information. We conduct regular audits of our security systems and processes. Sensitive information, such as credit card numbers or social security numbers, is protected by encryption protocols to safeguard data transmitted over the Internet. Although we take commercially reasonable measures to keep the Site secure, electronic communications and databases may be subject to error, tampering, or unauthorized access; therefore, we cannot guarantee that such events will not occur and we will not be liable to Visitors or Authorized Customers for such occurrences.
How can Visitors correct any inaccuracies in the Personal Identification Information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may contact us to update their Personal Identification Information or correct any inaccuracies by sending an email to .
Can a Visitor delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information collected by the Site?
We provide a mechanism for Visitors and Authorized Customers to delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information from the Site database by contacting us. However, due to backups and records of deletions, it may be impossible to completely delete a Visitor's entry without retaining some residual information. An individual who requests deactivation of his or her Personally Identifiable Information will see that information functionally deleted, and we will not sell, transfer, or use in any way Personally Identifiable Information about that individual in the future.
What happens if there are changes to the Privacy Policy?
We will inform our Visitors and Authorized Customers of any changes to this policy by posting them on the Site. However, if we modify the notice in such a way that would result in the disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information that a Visitor or Authorized Customer had previously requested not to disclose, we will contact that Visitor or Authorized Customer to enable him or her to prevent such disclosure.
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