Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 15, 2024
Overview
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.
Information We Collect
Personal Information:
- Name and email address when you create an account
- Contact information when you submit inquiries
- Profile preferences and settings
Usage Information:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and features used
- Time spent on our platform
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
Service Improvement
- Deliver personalized recommendations
- Enhance user experience
- Develop new features
Communication
- Send important updates
- Respond to inquiries
- Share product information
BestReviewsRadar including its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively, "Company", "us", "our" or "we"), values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, disclose, and process Personal Information about individuals using our products, services, websites, and features (collectively, the "Services").
1. Types of Personal Information We Collect
1.1 Contact Information
When you interact with our website through contact forms or partnership inquiries, you may provide your name, company name, business email, telephone number, and other details. We process this data to provide our Services, ensure security, and communicate with you, including sending newsletters and promotional offers.
1.2 Recruitment Information
When you submit your resume, we collect information to assess your skills and suitability for positions. This may include your name, email, phone number, work experience, education, profile photo, LinkedIn URL, references, certifications, and other relevant information.
1.3 Third-Party Information
We may receive Personal Information from sources like LinkedIn profiles, recruitment agencies, headhunters, and referrals. We also collect data about your interaction with our ads or Services through third-party properties.
1.4 Communication Records
We retain communications with us to process inquiries, respond to requests, and improve our Services. You'll be asked to opt-in for newsletters and promotional communications, with the option to unsubscribe at any time.
1.5 Technical Data
We automatically collect information about your browser, including IP address, geolocation data, browser identifiers, internet service provider, connection speed, search history, and device attributes. This helps us understand usage trends and enhance our Services.
1.6 Legal and Compliance Data
We use Personal Information to prevent prohibited activities, enforce our rights, protect our databases, and comply with legal obligations.
2. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your Personal Information based on:
- Your explicit consent
- Contract performance necessity
- Our legitimate interests
- Legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We may share your Personal Information within our group and with third-party service providers who help maintain and improve our Services. All data processing complies with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws, with appropriate security safeguards in place.
3. Information Sharing
3.1 Entities Within the Company's Group
We share Personal Information internally within our Company's Group for administrative, management, and business-related purposes to operate and improve our Services.
3.2 Service Providers
We may share data with third parties that provide services including hosting, storage, analytics, advertising, marketing, database management, user engagement, and cybersecurity. This includes our business, legal, and financial advisors.
3.3 Advertisers
We partner with third-party advertisers to display relevant advertising on our Services and other platforms. These partnerships involve tracking technologies to customize advertising based on your browsing activities and interests.
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Entities
We may disclose Personal Information when legally required or to protect our rights, investigate potential violations, or respond to legal and regulatory authorities' verified requests.
3.5 Mergers and Acquisitions
Personal Information may be disclosed during corporate transactions, including mergers, sales, transfers, investments, acquisitions, or similar events.
4. Security and Data Retention
4.1 Retention Policy
We retain Personal Information as long as necessary for the original purpose of collection or to comply with legal requirements. Once no longer needed, data is deleted or anonymized.
4.2 Security Measures
While we implement industry-standard security measures, no Internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage discretion in sharing Personal Information through our Services.
5. International Data Transfers
Our Services may process data internationally, with servers located worldwide. We ensure appropriate safeguards through mechanisms like EC approved standard contractual clauses or the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. For transfers outside the EEA or UK, we implement adequate data protection measures.
Reference: Standard Contractual Clauses
6. Your Rights
6.1 Access and Rectification
You can access, review, and correct your Personal Information.
6.2 Deletion and Restriction
You may request deletion or restriction of your Personal Information processing.
6.3 Consent Withdrawal
You can withdraw previously given consent at any time.
6.4 Data Portability
Request transfer of your Personal Information where technically feasible.
6.5 Advertising Opt-Out
Opt-out of cross-contextual behavioral advertising.
6.6 Non-Discrimination
Exercise your rights without fear of unlawful discrimination.
EU/UK Residents: You have the right to lodge complaints with your local data protection authority.
7. Cookies
We use temporary and persistent cookies to enhance and personalize your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.
We also use web beacons for various purposes, including:
- Cookie delivery
- Visit counting
- Email engagement tracking
8. Minors
We do not knowingly collect or process Personal Information from individuals under the age of majority ("Minors") without parental or legal guardian consent. By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction.
If you believe a Minor's Personal Information has been provided to us without proper consent, please contact us immediately for data removal.
9. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our Services may contain links to other websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.
This Privacy Policy applies exclusively to our Services.
10. Additional Disclosures to U.S. Residents
The following rights and obligations apply to U.S. residents according to applicable state privacy laws.
A. Collection, Disclosure and Sharing of Personal Information
In the preceding 12 months, we have collected the following Personal Information:
| Categories of Personal Information | Data Types |
|---|---|
| Identifiers | IP address, name, surname, email, phone number |
| California Customer Records Information | Name, address, telephone number, education and employment information |
| Internet or Network Activity | Service interactions, IP addresses, device identifiers, operating system, browser version |
| Geolocation Data | IP address and geographic location |
| Professional Information | Business partners: title, profession, employer; Candidates: current and past job history |
Sources of Information
In the preceding 12 months, we have collected Personal Information from:
- Direct sources: Through forms and activities on our Services
- Indirect sources: Tracking your internet activities and interactions with content
- Third-party sources: Advertisers, service providers, analytics providers, social networks
Information Sharing Practices
While we don't "Sell" Personal Information, we do "Share" it as defined under US Privacy Laws.
| Category of Recipient | Type of Data | Disclosed or Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Advertisers | Unique identifiers, IP address, user activity data | Shared |
| Service Providers | All types of Personal Information | Disclosed |
| Business Acquirers | All types of Personal Information | |
| Company Group Entities | All types of Personal Information | |
| Legal/Regulatory Entities | As required by law enforcement |
Collection and Use Purposes
- Interaction auditing
- Legal compliance
- Security and fraud prevention
- Debugging
- Service performance
- Technical improvement research
- Internal operations
- Service maintenance and improvement
- Short-term, transient use
Request Metrics
| Request Type | Requests Received | Requests Complied | Requests Denied | Average Response Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deletion requests | - | - | - | - |
| Information requests | - | - | - | - |
| Opt-out requests | - | - | - | - |
| Limitation requests | - | - | - | - |
Do Not Track Notices
California residents can request information about our disclosure of Personal Information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. Please note that we do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
12. Changes to Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Significant changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on our Services. We recommend periodic review of this policy.
13. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: