Introduction Welcome to Consumers Today ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our website and services. By accessing or using Consumers Today, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Information We Collect Personal Information You Provide We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us:
Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you create an account Profile Information: Biographical information, profile pictures, and preferences you choose to share Review Content: Product and service reviews, ratings, comments, and other content you submit Communication Data: Messages you send to us through contact forms, email, or customer support Survey Responses: Information you provide when participating in surveys or feedback requests
Information We Collect Automatically When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, and browsing behavior Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and screen resolution Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
Information from Third Parties We may receive information about you from:
Social Media Platforms: If you connect your social media accounts or share our content Analytics Providers: Aggregated data about website usage and performance Advertising Partners: Information about your interactions with our advertisements on other websites
How We Use Your Information We use the collected information for the following purposes: Service Provision
Providing and maintaining our review platform Creating and managing user accounts Publishing and displaying your reviews and ratings Facilitating communication between users
Improvement and Personalization
Analyzing website usage to improve our services Personalizing content and recommendations Developing new features and functionality Conducting research and analytics
Communication
Sending service-related notifications and updates Responding to customer support inquiries Delivering newsletters and promotional content (with your consent) Notifying you about changes to our policies or services
Legal and Security
Preventing fraud and abuse Enforcing our Terms of Service Complying with legal obligations Protecting the rights and safety of our users
Information Sharing and Disclosure We may share your information in the following circumstances: Public Information
Reviews and Ratings: Your reviews, ratings, and associated profile information are publicly visible User Profiles: Information you choose to make public in your profile
Service Providers We work with third-party service providers who assist us in:
Website hosting and maintenance Analytics and performance monitoring Email delivery and communication Payment processing (if applicable) Customer support services
Legal Requirements We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to:
Comply with legal processes or government requests Enforce our Terms of Service Protect the rights, property, or safety of Consumers Today, our users, or others Investigate potential violations of our policies
Business Transfers In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity. Data Security We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest Regular security assessments and updates Access controls and authentication procedures Employee training on data protection practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Your Rights and Choices Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information: Access and Portability
Request access to your personal information Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
Correction and Updates
Update or correct inaccurate personal information Modify your account settings and preferences
Deletion
Request deletion of your personal information Delete your account and associated data
Opt-Out Options
Unsubscribe from marketing communications Disable certain cookies through browser settings Adjust notification preferences in your account settings
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us:
Remember your preferences and settings Analyze website traffic and usage patterns Personalize content and advertisements Provide social media features
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Third-Party Links and Services Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use. Children's Privacy Consumers Today is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. International Data Transfers Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information. Data Retention We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We may retain certain information longer if required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the updated policy on our website Sending an email notification to registered users Displaying a prominent notice on our homepage
Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.