Privacy policies need to include specific clauses depending on what kind of data is collected. There are also clauses that every business must disclose to consumers under laws like PIPEDA in Canada, for example.

Privacy policies must also disclose how information is shared with third parties, a requirement under GDPR and the CCPA. They must link to those third-party privacy policies so that consumers can read them and choose whether they consent.

Why We Collect It

We use Personal Information to provide you with Services, to improve our Products and Services, for marketing and advertising purposes, as well as to comply with applicable laws and regulations. When we do so, we take steps to ensure that the processing is relevant and limited to what is necessary for the purpose at hand.

Personal Information is any information that identifies you as an individual, such as your first and last name, postal address, email address, phone number(s), company/agency and job title, agricultural field locator, or other unique identifier. Personal Information may also include, in accordance with applicable law, sensitive data such as your social security or driver’s license number, credit card or bank account numbers; any other identifier that is uniquely associated with you; precise geolocation; health-related information; religious beliefs or union membership; or the content of emails or text messages.

In some instances, we may collect Personal Information from third parties in order to deliver the Services you request or to offer additional services and functionality that may be of interest to you. These third parties may have their own privacy policies in place that govern how they use and share such information.

We may transfer your Personal Information to countries other than the country in which you reside, including the United States, for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Where applicable, we will obtain your consent before such transfers occur. You can find more information about our transfer practices in the “How we use Personal Information” section of this Policy. If you would like to opt out of such transfers, please contact us using the methods outlined in the CONTACTING US.

How We Protect It

As a matter of practice, businesses that handle sensitive customer information should post a Privacy Policy. This legal agreement lets people know what data is being collected, why it’s being collected, and how long it will be stored on company servers. It also outlines the company’s policies regarding how it shares or sells that information to third parties, and how users can protect their own personal information.

Privacy policies can be complicated, and they must meet the requirements of many different laws and regulations. It’s important to write the policy in clear, understandable language. If a user has questions or concerns about the policy, they should be able to contact the company directly. This way, they can feel confident that their privacy is protected.

A well-written Privacy Policy can build trust with customers. People want to shop with companies that are transparent about how they will use their data. In addition, it is required by law in some jurisdictions that a Privacy Policy be posted on all business websites and mobile apps that collect or process user data.

A privacy policy can help businesses meet compliance requirements for a number of different laws, including the CCPA in California and the GDPR in Europe. It can also help businesses avoid lawsuits that could arise as a result of failing to disclose how they will use data. Ultimately, it’s an essential tool for any company that wants to ensure its customers can shop with confidence. To learn more about how to write a strong privacy policy, visit our blog. It contains helpful tips, a guide to creating a privacy statement, and a sample privacy policy template.

Your Rights

You have the following rights:

If you are a resident of the European Union, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable EU laws. If so, please see the “EU Data Protection Requirements” section of this Privacy Policy for more information.

We will not use your Personal Information for purposes other than those set out in this Privacy Policy without your consent. You can choose not to permit such use by unchecking the relevant boxes on the forms we use to collect your Personal Information. You can also access and update your Personal Information by logging into your account. In addition, you can opt out of receiving targeted advertising from us and our Partners by unsubscribing from the Network Advertising Initiative here, the Digital Advertising Alliance here, or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance here, or by clicking on the “unsubscribe” link in the applicable advertisement.

Please note that electronic communication, particularly email, is not always secure against interception. For this reason, we recommend that you do not send sensitive information (e.g., Social Security number, bank account information, etc.) by email or via our web forms.

Niantic operates globally, and your Personal Information may be transferred to countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may not have data protection laws comparable to those of the UK or the European Union, but we will take steps to ensure that any transfer of your Personal Information is in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

If we collect Personal Information from a Child, we will require verified parental consent before we can use such Personal Information. Parents can provide consent by contacting us using the methods listed in this Privacy Policy.

Children’s Information

Another part of our priority is adding protection for children while using the internet. We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate in, and/or monitor and guide their online activity.

Itechnoinsider does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you think that your child provided this kind of information on our website, we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately and we will do our best efforts to promptly remove such information from our records.