Privacy Policy - Last Revised: September 21st, 2024
This Privacy Policy explains the information we collect from users and visitors of ITProfiles.com (https://itprofiles.com) and our related research and review services (referred to collectively as "the Services"). By using the Services or agreeing to this Privacy Policy, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and handling of your information as described below.
If you're uncomfortable with providing information or having it displayed or used in the ways mentioned here, please do not use the Services.
Personal Information:
When creating an account, you'll provide details like your name and email, either directly or via LinkedIn. If you purchase specific services, we may also ask for payment details such as credit card information. Additional profile information, like your location, industry, bio, or phone number, can be provided to enhance your account.
If you suspect someone has created an unauthorized account in your name, contact us for removal.
Reviews and Surveys:
When submitting a review, we collect your name, company, phone number, and email for internal records. For public reviews, you can choose to stay anonymous or provide details like your name, company, and photo. If you complete a survey, your responses remain anonymous but may be associated with your job title, company size, or location.
Project and Consultation Forms:
If you submit a project or consultation request, we need accurate details like your name, company, project specifics, and contact information. This helps us recommend the most suitable vendors.
Third-Party Information:
You may provide information about others (e.g., clients) for our reference and review process. Please ensure you have their consent before sharing their information.
We may collect information through your social media accounts (e.g., LinkedIn) when you connect them to ITProfiles. This can include any public information you’ve shared on these platforms. Additionally, user-generated content may contain information about you if mentioned by other users.
We use technologies like cookies, web server logs, web beacons, and JavaScript to gather data about how you use our Services. Cookies help us recognize your device, improve your experience, and secure your information. You can control cookie settings in your browser, but disabling them may affect your ability to use some features.
We also collect information about your device, browser, operating system, and IP address. Location data may be used to provide customized content, advertising, and services based on your location.
We process your data under different legal bases:
Consent: When you agree to receive marketing materials, your data is processed based on this consent.
Contract Fulfillment: Your personal data is processed when you sign up for an account or purchase services.
Legitimate Interest: We process your data when it’s necessary for our legitimate interests and does not infringe on your rights.
Legal Obligations: Your information may be used to comply with legal obligations, such as fraud prevention or law enforcement cooperation.
We use this information to:
We may anonymize or de-identify your data for use in analytics or research, at which point it is no longer subject to this policy.
We may share your information for various reasons:
We use third-party analytics tools to better understand how you interact with the Services. Additionally, we or third-party vendors may collect data about your online activities to deliver personalized advertising.
You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the Network Advertising Initiative’s or Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out pages. Note that opting out won’t block all ads, just those tailored to your interests.
We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
You can access, modify, or delete your personal information by updating your user profile or contacting us directly. If you close your account, we’ll remove or anonymize your information within a reasonable time frame. However, reviews and testimonials you’ve posted cannot be edited or removed once approved. You may submit revisions, which will appear under the original post.
We retain your information as long as your account is active or needed for legal and business purposes. When no longer needed, your data will either be deleted or anonymized.
We use various technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. The level of protection depends on the sensitivity of the data.
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content, practices, or privacy policies. Information shared with third parties is not covered by this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy may be updated as our business evolves. If changes are made, you will be notified, and the updated policy will include the effective date. Continued use of the Services implies your consent to any changes.
Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If such information is found, we will delete it promptly.
The Services are based in the U.S. and governed by U.S. law. By using ITProfiles from outside the U.S., you consent to having your data transferred, stored, and processed in the U.S. or Canada.
For users in the EU, you have rights such as access, rectification, erasure, data portability, and more. Contact us to exercise these rights.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at ITProfiles, 19 Holly Cove Ln, Dover, Kent 19901, United States.