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Machinama Computers (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy and is dedicated to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services. By accessing our website or using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: We collect personal details that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name: Used to identify and address you in communications and transactions.
- Email Address: Utilized for sending order confirmations, updates, promotional offers, and other relevant information.
- Phone Number: Required for contacting you regarding your orders or providing customer support.
- Shipping Address: Necessary for delivering products purchased from us.
- Order Details: Includes product selections and purchase history, used to process and manage your orders effectively.
- Payment Information: To facilitate secure transactions, we collect:
- Credit Card Information: Used for processing payments securely. This may include credit card number, expiration date, and billing address.
- Billing Address: Used to verify the payment method and process transactions.
- Usage Data: To improve your experience on our website, we collect data on how you use our site, including:
- IP Address: Helps us understand geographic usage patterns and prevent fraud.
- Browser Type: Allows us to ensure our website is compatible with your browser.
- Operating System: Assists us in optimizing the website’s performance on different operating systems.
- Browsing Behavior: Includes pages visited, links clicked, and time spent on our site, helping us enhance website functionality and user experience.
2. Collection Methods
- Cookies: We utilize cookies, which are small text files placed on your device, to collect data about your interactions with our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences, improve site functionality, and analyze performance.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for various purposes, including:
- Order Processing: To manage and fulfill your orders, including payment handling, shipping, and providing customer support.
- Communication: To keep you informed about your orders, send updates, offer customer support, and share promotional content or offers relevant to your interests.
- Improvement of Services: To analyze how our website is used, identify areas for improvement, and enhance user experience based on your feedback and behavior.
- Marketing: To deliver targeted marketing communications, such as newsletters and promotional offers, based on your preferences and interactions with our website.
- Legal Compliance: To adhere to legal requirements and protect our rights, including responding to legal requests and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
- Service Providers: We engage third-party service providers who assist us with various functions, such as processing payments, handling shipments, and performing website analytics. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.
- Partners and Affiliates: We may share your information with business partners and affiliates for marketing purposes and to improve our business operations. These entities are also committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to legal processes, or protect our rights and safety.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or other business reorganization, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will ensure that your data remains protected under the terms of this Privacy Policy.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, including:
- Encryption: Sensitive data, such as payment information, is encrypted during transmission to safeguard against unauthorized access.
- Access Controls: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only, based on their role and need to know.
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities and ensure that our data protection measures are effective.
- Breach Notification: If a data breach occurs that affects your personal information, we will notify you in accordance with legal requirements and provide guidance on the steps to take.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our use of cookies and tracking technologies includes:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser, used to manage your session on our website.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a longer period to remember your preferences and login details for future visits.
- Analytics Cookies: Cookies used to collect data on website usage and performance, helping us understand user behavior and improve site functionality.
- Cookie Management: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of our website.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have several rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You can request access to, or corrections of, your personal information by contacting us at support@machinama.com.
- Opt-Out: To stop receiving promotional communications from us, follow the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or contact us directly.
- Data Deletion: To request the deletion of your personal information, contact us at support@machinama.com. We will process your request in accordance with applicable laws.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We do not control or endorse these sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the revised effective date. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us at:
- Email: support@machinama.com
- Phone: +12362687113
Thank you for trusting Machinama Computers with your personal information.
