This privacy policy pertains to the website softbasetech.com, operated by Kate Zarr. It outlines how we manage, process, and safeguard your personal information while you navigate or utilize this site, as well as your rights under applicable laws. If you do not accept this policy, please stop using the website.
Key definitions for this policy:
- “I,” “our,” “us,” or “we” denote the business softbasetech.com.
- “You” or “the user” refers to individuals utilizing this website.
- GDPR stands for the General Data Protection Regulation Act.
- PECR refers to the Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulation.
- ICO signifies the Information Commissioner’s Office.
- Cookies are small files saved on a user’s computer or device.
PROCESSING OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
In accordance with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), we manage and/or process your personal information electronically based on the following lawful grounds.
We are not required to register with the ICO Data Protection Register because you provide us with consent through this document, which outlines your privacy rights and our data usage. Please be aware that while we do not keep records of your visit, we will retain any comments you leave on the site indefinitely. If we determine that the lawful basis for processing your personal information changes, we will make an effort to inform you of the change and any new lawful basis that may be applicable. We will cease processing your personal information if the current lawful basis becomes irrelevant.
YOUR INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS
According to the GDPR, you have the following rights, which you can explore in more detail here:
- The right to be informed
- The right to access your data
- The right to correct inaccuracies
- The right to request deletion
- The right to limit processing
- The right to transfer your data
- The right to object to processing
- The right not to be subjected to automated decision-making, including profiling.
You also have the right to file a complaint with the ICO if you believe there is an issue with how we manage your data. We address subject access requests in compliance with the GDPR.
INTERNET COOKIES
We utilize cookies on this website to enhance your user experience. This is achieved by placing a small text file on your device or computer’s hard drive to monitor how you interact with the site, keep track of whether you have seen specific messages we present, maintain your login status when applicable, and display relevant ads or content, as well as link you to third-party websites.
Some cookies are essential for you to fully enjoy and utilize the features of this website.
We have implemented a cookie control system that allows you to accept cookies and manage which ones are stored on your device or computer. Certain cookies will be stored for specific periods, while others may remain indefinitely. You can manage and delete cookies through your web browser settings; please refer to your browser options for guidance.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on this site. The DART cookie enables Google to display ads to users based on their visits to this and other sites on the Internet. Users can opt out of the DART cookie by visiting Google’s ad and content network privacy policy page.
Additionally, other advertisers we partner with may use cookies similarly. If you prefer to opt out, you can disable cookies in your web browser.
DATA SECURITY AND PROTECTION
We safeguard any personal information we possess by employing secure data storage technologies and strict protocols for how we store, access, and manage that information. Our practices are in line with GDPR compliance requirements.
TRANSPARENT PRIVACY EXPLANATIONS
We have included more details about user privacy and our use of this website to promote a transparent and sincere privacy approach.
SPONSORED LINKS, AFFILIATE TRACKING & COMMISSIONS
Our website features advertisements, sponsored content, and affiliate links on certain pages. We only collaborate with reputable advertising partners that uphold high standards of quality, privacy, and security.
When you click on any ads, sponsored content, or affiliate links, your actions may be tracked through a cookie placed on your device. You can find more information about cookies on this website above. Typically, your actions are logged as a referral from our site via this cookie. We may receive a small commission from the advertiser or advertising partner, at no cost to you, regardless of whether you make a purchase on their site.
We engage with advertising partners to help generate revenue for the website, enabling us to continue our efforts and provide you with the best possible experience and valuable information.
If you have any concerns, we recommend refraining from clicking on any ads, sponsored content, or affiliate links found throughout the website.
EMAIL MARKETING MESSAGES & SUBSCRIPTION
In compliance with the GDPR, we rely on consent as the lawful basis for anyone subscribing to our newsletter or marketing mailing list. We only collect specific data about you, as outlined in the “Processing of your personal data” section above.
Our email marketing messages may include tracking beacons or clickable links that allow us to monitor subscriber activity within the messages. When used, these marketing messages may capture various data points, such as timestamps, IP addresses, open rates, clicks, forwards, as well as geographic and demographic information. This data, within its limits, helps us understand subscriber engagement for each email campaign.
All email marketing communications we send comply with the GDPR and PECR regulations. We offer a straightforward way for you to withdraw your consent (unsubscribe) or manage your preferences and the information we retain about you at any time. Instructions for unsubscribing or managing your preferences can be found in any of our marketing messages. We store the following information about you:
- Email address
- IP address
- Subscription date and time
- Open status for individual newsletter issues
- Deliverability status for each issue sent to you