Introduction
SEOShouts (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy comprehensively details how we collect, use, share, and secure your information when you use our website, https://seoshouts.com, and any services we provide (collectively, the “Services”).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
- Personally Identifiable Information (PII):
- Account Information: When creating an account, we may collect your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other information you choose to provide.
- Payment Information: For transactions, we may collect payment details, including credit/debit card numbers, expiration dates, security codes, billing addresses, and other related financial information.
- Communications: We may retain records of any communications with us, such as customer support inquiries or feedback.
- Content You Submit: If our Services allow user-generated content, any information you submit or post may be collected.
- Non-Personally Identifiable Information:
- Device Information: We collect information about your device, such as your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- Usage Data: We log details about your interaction with our Services, including pages visited, time spent on the site, links clicked, features used, search queries, and referral sources.
- Location Data: With your consent, we may collect location information (e.g., through your device’s GPS) to provide location-based features.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to track usage, personalize the experience, and for website analytics and advertising (details below).
How We Use Your Information
- Providing and Improving Services:
- To operate, maintain, and deliver the Services you request.
- To process transactions and fulfill orders.
- To improve the features, functionality, and user experience of our Services.
- Communication and Marketing:
- To send you transactional messages related to your account, service updates, and security alerts.
- To send you marketing communications about our products and services, promotions, or special offers (only with your express consent).
- To respond to your inquiries, requests, and provide customer support.
- Personalization:
- To tailor content, recommendations, and advertisements to match your interests or preferences.
- Analytics and Research:
- To analyze usage patterns and trends in an aggregated and anonymized manner to enhance our Services.
- To conduct research and development for improving existing and creating new features and services.
- Security:
- To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities or security breaches.
- To protect your account information and maintain the security and integrity of our systems.
- Legal Compliance:
- To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or lawful requests from government authorities.
- To protect our legal rights, privacy, property, or safety, or that of our users or others.
- Business Operations:
- To communicate with you about changes to our policies or terms.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, sale of assets, or bankruptcy.
Information Sharing
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-parties who assist us in operating our Services, such as payment processors, analytics providers, email marketing platforms, cloud storage, and customer support services.
- Legal Obligations: If required by law, subpoena, court order, or other legal processes, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our interests, rights, or safety, or those of others.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale of assets, or in the event of bankruptcy.
- With Your Consent: In other situations where we have obtained your explicit consent to share your information.
Your Choices
- Accessing and Updating Information: You can review and update most of your PII through your account settings.
- Opting Out:
- Marketing Communications: You may opt-out of marketing communications by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in those emails or by updating your preferences in your account settings.
- Targeted Advertising: You may be able to limit targeted advertising through your browser settings or mobile device settings. Additionally, some advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms (e.g., Network Advertising Initiative, Digital Advertising Alliance).
- Cookie Controls:
- Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences, including blocking or deleting certain types of cookies. However, this may affect the functionality of some websites.
- Data Deletion: You may request that we delete certain PII. Please note that we may need to retain some information for legal or record-keeping purposes.
Data Security
We employ appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. This includes:
- Encryption: We may use encryption in transit and at rest to protect sensitive information.
- Access Controls: We limit access to your information to authorized personnel with a legitimate need to know.
- Firewalls and Security Software: We maintain firewalls and security software to help prevent unauthorized access.
- Regular Reviews: We conduct periodic security audits and reviews of our data collection and processing practices.
Please note that no security measures are perfect, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your data. You play a role in protecting your information too, such as by choosing strong passwords and safeguarding your login credentials.
Data Retention
We retain your information as long as necessary to:
- Provide you with our Services
- Fulfill our legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
- For other legitimate business reasons
We periodically review our data retention practices and delete or anonymize information that is no longer required.
Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or a higher age as required by applicable laws). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own, including in India. If you are located outside of India, please be aware that data protection laws in India may differ from those in your jurisdiction. We will take steps to ensure that your information is transferred in compliance with applicable laws and is adequately protected. This may include using mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by regulatory bodies.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be prominently communicated through our Services and/or via email if we have your address. Your continued use of the Services following changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us.