Last Updated: 16/10/2024
At PhoneKnowledge, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://phoneknowledge.in/ (phoneknowledge). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not use our Website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information from you when you use our Website, including:
a. Personal Information
Personal information may include, but is not limited to:
- Contact Information: Such as your name, email address, or phone number, when you voluntarily submit it through forms on our Website (e.g., newsletter signup, contact forms, or when leaving a comment).
- Account Information: If you create an account or interact with our blog in any way that requires authentication.
b. Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information is data that cannot be used to identify an individual and may include:
- Log Data: Information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages you visit, and the time and date of your visit.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, or other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activity on the Website. This helps us analyze traffic, understand user behavior, and improve the user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect from you in the following ways:
a. Personal Information
- To Provide and Improve Services: We may use your contact information to respond to inquiries, provide customer support, send newsletters, and improve the overall functionality of the Website.
- Marketing and Promotional Communications: With your consent, we may use your information to send you promotional materials and newsletters related to mobile technology updates, new blog posts, or products we think you may find valuable. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
b. Non-Personal Information
- Site Analytics: We use non-personal information to analyze trends, manage the Website, and gather demographic information about our users.
- Personalization: We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize content, remember your preferences, and optimize your experience on the Website.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your data. However, please note that no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing data is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
a. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and tracking how you interact with our content.
b. Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and allow you to use essential features like access to secure areas.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how you use the Website, such as which pages you visit most often, to help us improve its performance.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies remember your choices (like language or region) to provide a more personalized experience.
c. How to Manage Cookies
You can choose to accept or decline cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website, and certain features may not work as intended.
5. Third-Party Services and Links
The Website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
a. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect information about how users interact with our Website. Google Analytics gathers information such as your IP address, browser type, referring website, and time spent on the Website. This information is used for the purpose of improving our services and understanding visitor behavior. You can learn more about Google Analytics’ privacy practices and opt out of their tracking by visiting their Google Analytics Opt-Out page.
b. Affiliate Programs
Our Website may participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means that we may earn a commission from products or services purchased through links on our site. These third-party vendors may collect information through their own tracking technologies. Please review their privacy policies for information on how they handle your data.
6. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your personal information under the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors, service providers, or contractors who assist us with various aspects of our business operations, such as web hosting, analytics, and marketing. These providers are obligated to protect your information and are not permitted to use your data for any other purposes.
- In Legal Matters: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, investigate fraud, or ensure the safety of users.
7. Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws:
- Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: In certain circumstances, you may request that we delete your personal data.
- Right to Object to Processing: You may object to the processing of your personal data if you believe we are processing it for a purpose not in line with your original consent.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your data to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
8. Retention of Data
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other operational needs. Any changes to this policy will be posted on this page, and the 16/10/2024 date will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please mail us at:
phoneknowledge.in@gmail.com