Privacy Policy
Introduction
At https://schema-markup.154news.com (hereafter referred to as “Schema Markup” or “we”), we are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users. This privacy policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of personal data, ensuring compliance with various global privacy laws, including but not limited to:
- Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Quebec Law 25
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
- Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) in Brazil
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
- Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
- Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA)
- Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
- Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
- Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) in South Africa, and others.
Scope
This policy covers all aspects of our services, including but not limited to, our website, applications, online platforms, and any other digital offerings under the Schema Markup domain. However, it is important to emphasize that this policy does not extend to third-party websites or services accessed through links on our platform, as these have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.
Processing Activities
This document outlines the ways in which your personal information is processed when you engage with Schema Markup:
- Using Our Services: When you sign up as an authorized user for any of our applications or services, we collect and process your account details, payment information, and other relevant data.
- Visiting Our Websites: If you navigate through our websites linked to this policy, we may gather data about your online behavior, preferences, and device information.
- Communication with Us: We communicate with users via various channels, including emails, calls, or text messages (SMS), and during these interactions, personal data may be collected and stored.
Personal Data Collection
We collect a range of personal data, categorized as follows:
- Account Information: This includes your name, username, email address, and any other unique identifiers associated with your account.
- Payment and Financial Details: We process payment information such as card details, billing addresses, and transaction records for secure financial transactions.
- Purchase Data: Records of your purchases, including products or services acquired through our platform.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, IP addresses, and mobile network information may be collected to enhance user experience and analytics.
- Location Data: With your consent, we may access location-based data to provide personalized content and services.
- Feedback and Reviews: Personal insights, feedback, and product reviews you share with us contribute to our service improvements.
- Social Media Information: If you connect your social media accounts, we may collect profile information, friends’ lists (with consent), and other publicly available data.
- Product Interaction Data: We track how you interact with our products, including views, clicks, and purchases, to personalize content and recommendations.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites or third-party services, and they play a crucial role in enhancing user experience. At Schema Markup, we use cookies for:
- Strictly Necessary: Ensuring the basic functionality of our website and applications.
- Preferences: Remembering your preferences, such as language settings or layout choices.
- Analytics: Tracking site usage and gathering statistical data to improve our services.
Users can manage their cookie preferences through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control which types of cookies are set on their devices.
Retention and Deletion
We adhere to data retention policies based on legal requirements and the purposes for which the data was collected. Once these purposes have been fulfilled, we ensure that your personal data is securely deleted or anonymized:
- Legal Compliance: We retain data as required by applicable laws and regulations.
- Business Needs: Personal information may be stored for a longer period to support our business operations, analyze trends, and improve services.
- User Consent: In some cases, we may keep data based on user consent or until you request its deletion.
Security Measures
Protecting your personal data is of utmost importance to us. We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your information:
- Encrypted Communication: All data transmission between your device and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
- Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards, ensuring that they process data on our behalf securely.
Children’s Privacy
Schema Markup does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us immediately, and we will take prompt action to rectify the issue.
Your Rights (Data Subject Rights)
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: If your information is inaccurate or incomplete, you are entitled to request its rectification.
- Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Under certain circumstances, you can ask us to delete your personal data securely.
- Restriction: You may restrict the processing of your data for specific purposes.
- Data Portability: In some regions, you have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: You can object to certain processing activities based on legitimate interests.
- Non-Discrimination: You are protected from adverse decisions solely based on your exercise of data subject rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our privacy team through the channels provided below.
Changes to Policy
Schema Markup reserves the right to update this privacy policy at any time. Any modifications will be promptly posted on this page, and we encourage users to review it regularly for any changes.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or data-related questions, please reach out to us via:
- Email: [email protected]
- Postal Address: [Insert Address]
We value your trust in our company and are committed to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment.
