Welcome to https://zaunews.com/ (referred to as the ‘Site’). We recognize the importance of online privacy for users of our Site, especially for those who are engaging in business activities. This privacy statement outlines our policies regarding the privacy of users of the Site (referred to as ‘Visitors’) who browse without conducting transactions as well as Visitors who register to conduct business on the Site and utilize the various services offered (collectively known as ‘Services’) (referred to as ‘Authorized Customers’).
‘Personally Identifiable Information’ encompasses any data that can identify, contact, or locate the individual to which the information pertains. This can include, but is not limited to, name, address, phone number, email address, financial information, and social security or credit card information. Information collected anonymously or demographic data not associated with a specific individual is not considered Personally Identifiable Information.
What type of Personally Identifiable Information is gathered?
We may collect basic user profile details from all Visitors. In addition, from our Authorized Customers, we collect further information such as names, addresses, contact details, business size, as well as advertising inventory details for those intending to buy or sell.
Who collects this information?
Aside from our direct information collection, third-party service providers like credit card companies, banks, and clearinghouses may also gather information from our Visitors and Authorized Customers. While we do not control how these parties utilize this data, we do request transparency regarding their use of personal information obtained from our users.
How is Personally Identifiable Information utilized on the Site?
We utilize Personally Identifiable Information to personalize the Site, provide appropriate services, and cater to buying and selling requests amongst other functions. We may contact Users regarding research, sales opportunities on the Site, or provide information related to the Site’s subject matter based on this data.
With whom can this information be shared?
Personally Identifiable Information about Authorized Customers may be shared with other Authorized Customers for transaction evaluation purposes. Aggregated data about our Visitors and Authorized Customers’ demographics may be shared with affiliated agencies and third-party vendors. Users are provided with the option to opt-out of receiving communications from us or affiliated agencies.
How is Personally Identifiable Information safeguarded?
Any Personally Identifiable Information collected is stored securely and is not accessible to unauthorized entities or employees, except for legitimate purposes as described earlier.
How can Visitors rectify inaccuracies in Personally Identifiable Information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers can reach out to us to update or correct any inaccuracies in their Personally Identifiable Information by contacting us via email at [email protected]
Can a Visitor delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information collected by the Site?
Visitors and Authorized Customers are provided with a method to delete/deactivate their Personally Identifiable Information from the Site’s database by getting in touch with us. However, due to backups and data retention policies, completely removing an entry may not always be possible.
What happens in case of changes to the Privacy Policy?
Any changes to our privacy policy will be communicated to our Visitors and Authorized Customers by posting these modifications on the Site. If there are changes that might lead to disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information that a Visitor or Authorized Customer had requested to remain private, we will contact them to prevent such disclosure.
Links:
https://zaunews.com/ may contain links to other websites. We advise users to review the privacy statements of these linked websites as their privacy practices may vary from ours.
