Who we are
Effective Date: 12/03/24
Welcome to Borkena Business Listing. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our platform at https://businesslisting.borkena.com (the “Platform”). By accessing or using our Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect information necessary to provide our services and enhance your experience:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly:
- Account Registration: Name, email address, business details (name, category, address, and description), and payment information.
- Communication: Information provided when contacting us for support or inquiries.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information:
- IP address, browser type, device information, and pages accessed on our Platform.
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies Policy below).
1.3 Publicly Visible Information:
- Information submitted as part of Listings, such as business names, contact details, and descriptions, is made public for business purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To process and publish your business Listings.
- To provide account management tools, such as viewership data.
- To communicate with you regarding your account, Listings, or service updates.
- To improve and optimize our Platform’s functionality and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information in the following cases:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information.
- Service Providers: Third-party providers that support our operations (e.g., payment processors, IT services).
- Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights, users, or Platform.
- Public Listings: Information submitted for business Listings is publicly accessible.
4. Data Protection and Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Secure servers and encryption for sensitive data.
- Regular security audits and updates to our systems.
- Restricted access to personal data for authorized personnel only.
While we implement robust security measures, no system is completely foolproof. We encourage users to take steps to protect their accounts, such as choosing strong passwords and logging out after use.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update or correct inaccuracies in your information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your account and associated data (subject to legal or operational constraints).
- Objection: Opt out of certain processing activities.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email].
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Platform uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect usage data. For detailed information, please refer to our Cookies Policy.
8. Cross-Border Data Transfers
As Borkena has a global audience, your information may be processed in countries outside your own. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws, including PIPEDA and GDPR safeguards.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominently on our Platform. Continued use of the Platform after changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Email: zborkena@borkena.com