Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://college-technology-buyback.authority-talk.com (hereafter referred to as “College Technology Buyback,” “we,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, handling, and disclosure of personal information in adherence to various international privacy laws, including:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut Total Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please note that this Privacy Policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services accessed through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review before providing any personal data.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the ways in which we process your personal information when:

  • You use our applications and services as an authorized user.
  • You visit our website or engage with content linked to this Privacy Policy.
  • We communicate with you via email, calls, text messages, or other channels.

Personal Data Collection

We collect a range of personal data, including:

  • Account Information: Details related to your account creation and management, such as user names, email addresses, and passwords.
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing addresses, and payment history for processing transactions.
  • Financial Information: Data related to your financial status or transactions, within the scope of our services.
  • Purchase Information: Records of products or services purchased through our platform, including quantities and order history.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device when you access our apps.
  • Location Data: Geographic information provided by your device for location-based services.
  • Feedback: Comments, reviews, and responses you share with us to improve our products and services.
  • Social Media Information: Publicly available data from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts.
  • Product Information: Details about the products you interact with or purchase on our site.

We collect this information through various means, including direct user input, tracking technologies (such as cookies and device identifiers), analytics tools, and third-party service providers.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your browser when you visit our website. We use cookies to enhance your experience and for analytical purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionality and improve user experience. They cannot be blocked without affecting the site’s performance.
  • Preference Cookies: Store user preferences to provide customized experiences. You can control these through browser settings.
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by our analytics tools to track visitor behavior, collect statistical data, and analyze trends. Third-party analytics services may also use these cookies.

Users have the option to manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to restrict or delete certain types of cookies.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, plus an additional period to comply with legal obligations. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose is achieved, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

  • Encryption: We use encryption for data at rest and in transit to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict security standards.
  • Access Controls: Our systems have role-based access controls to ensure that only authorized personnel can access personal data.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: You have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In certain circumstances, you can request the deletion of your personal data.
  • Restriction: You may limit the processing of your data under specific conditions.
  • Portability: You are entitled to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Non-Discrimination: You cannot be discriminated against for exercising your data protection rights.

To exercise these rights or seek further information, please contact our Data Privacy Team at [email protected].

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding privacy, data protection, or to exercise your rights, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Postal Mail: Privacy Team, College Technology Buyback, [Address], [City, State, ZIP]