Privacy Policy for TaskSurf

Introduction

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the "Policy") establishes the data management framework for Our website, herein referred to as the "Website," which constitutes an integral component of the suite of digital platforms (hereinafter referred to as the "Digital Platform Network") operated and managed by TermSurf, herein referred to as the "Company."

The purpose of this Policy is to delineate the protocols and principles adhered to by the Company regarding the collection, utilization, safeguarding, and dissemination of personal information (hereinafter referred to as "Personal Information") gathered from individuals, henceforth designated as "Users" or "You," who engage with, access, or use the Website. This encompasses data procured directly through user interactions, submissions, or indirectly via technological means such as cookies and tracking technologies.

Your access to, interaction with, and utilization of the Website signify your explicit acknowledgment, full acceptance, and unconditional consent to all the practices, terms, and conditions delineated in this Policy. It is incumbent upon You, the User, to review this Policy in its entirety to ensure a comprehensive understanding of how your Personal Information will be handled.

By engaging with the Website, you hereby affirm your agreement to comply with, and be bound by, the data practices as outlined within this Policy. Furthermore, this Policy is intended to ensure compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and regulations. The Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to amend, modify, or update this Policy at any time without prior notice, and such amendments will take effect immediately upon posting to the Website. Continued use of the Website subsequent to any such changes constitutes your unequivocal acceptance of the revised Policy.

It is the User's responsibility to periodically review this Policy for updates, and your continued use of the Website following the posting of amendments signifies your consent to those changes. If at any point you do not agree to any portion of the current version of this Policy, your sole recourse is to discontinue the use of the Website forthwith.

Information Collection and Use

Collection of Personal Information

User-Provided Data

The Website, is structured to collect Personal Information that Users voluntarily provide. This information, essential for the delivery and personalization of our services, may include, but is not limited to, identifiable details such as names, electronic mail addresses, postal addresses, and telephonic contact details.

Purpose and Usage

This Personal Information is collected for the primary purpose of providing, optimizing, and personalizing our services, fulfilling user requests, and facilitating user engagement and communication.

Collection of Service Usage Data

Automatic Data Collection

As part of our service delivery, the Website automatically collects information related to your interaction with our services. This includes, but is not limited to, user preferences, usage patterns, language settings, and other data relevant to enhancing the user experience.

Service Personalization

This data aids in tailoring our services to meet your preferences and needs, providing a more personalized and effective user experience.

Data Sharing with TermSurf

Inter-Platform Data Exchange

In the context of the TermSurf digital platform network, user data collected by our website may be shared with, or accessed from, TermSurf. This integration facilitates a unified service experience across all affiliated platforms.

Privacy Safeguards

Measures are implemented to ensure that personal identifying information is either anonymized or minimized to protect user privacy while enabling service integration.

Service Enhancement through Data Integration

Utilization of Shared Information

The collaborative use of shared information with TermSurf contributes to the enhancement of service offerings, the development of new features, and the improvement of the overall user experience across the network.

Innovation and Development

The exchange of information between platforms underpins our commitment to innovation, allowing for the continuous improvement and evolution of services provided to our users.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Utilization of Cookies and Similar Technologies

Enhancement of User Experience

The Website employs cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience by remembering user preferences, customizing content, and analyzing site traffic.

Analytical Insights

These technologies provide valuable insights into user behavior, enabling us to optimize our website design, content, and services based on user interactions and preferences.

User Control and Consent

Browser Settings and User Consent

Users retain control over the implementation of cookies and tracking technologies through their web browser settings. Users can adjust their settings to accept, refuse, or delete cookies according to their preferences.

Informed Consent

By continuing to use the Website, users are deemed to consent to our deployment of cookies and similar tracking technologies as detailed in this Privacy Policy.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

Prohibition on Sale of Personal Information

Sale of Personal Information

The Company categorically states that it does not engage in the sale of Personal Information collected from the Users of our website to third parties for any purpose, including advertising or marketing.

Conditions for Data Sharing

Third-party Service Providers

User data may be shared with third-party service providers under contractual agreements to facilitate the enhancement of user experience, provision of services requested by Users, and other operational purposes aligned with our services.

Compliance and Legal Obligations

The Company may disclose User information when required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process, or when the Company believes in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect its rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

Data Protection Terms

Any sharing or disclosure of User information will be conducted under stringent data protection terms, ensuring that third-party service providers adhere to confidentiality and security standards equivalent to those employed by the Company.

Data Security

Implementation of Security Measures

Security Protocols

The Company employs a comprehensive array of security measures designed to protect User data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include, but are not limited to, encryption, firewalls, and secure server facilities.

User Vigilance

Users are encouraged to contribute to their own security by safeguarding their account information and using strong passwords.

Acknowledgement of Risks

Despite the rigorous security protocols in place, Users should acknowledge that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage, is entirely secure. While the Company strives to protect personal information, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

International Data Transfer

Cross-border Information Transfer

Transfer of Data

The personal information collected by the Company may be stored, processed, and transferred between any of the countries in which the Company operates, potentially involving the transfer of data outside the User's jurisdiction.

International Privacy Standards

Transfers of personal information are conducted in a manner that is consistent with legal requirements, ensuring an adequate level of protection and security.

User Consent to International Transfer

By utilizing the services provided, Users consent to the transfer of their information to countries outside their own, acknowledging that these countries may have different data protection laws than those from the User’s country of residence or citizenship.

Children's Privacy

Age Limitations

Intended Audience

The Websites operated by the Company, including our website, are not designed for, targeted at, or intended for use by children under the age of thirteen (13). The Company does not knowingly engage in the collection of personally identifiable information from children under this age threshold.

Parental Notice and Consent

In instances where the collection of personal information from children under the age of thirteen (13) is necessary for specific services, the Company will undertake to inform parents or legal guardians and obtain verifiable parental consent in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Removal of Children's Data

In the event that the Company becomes aware that it has inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of thirteen (13) without appropriate parental consent, immediate steps will be taken to delete such information from the Company's databases and to prevent the child’s participation in the relevant services.

Your Rights and Choices

Personal Data Rights

Access and Review

You, as a User, are entitled to request access to the personal information that the Company holds about you. You have the right to review your information and ensure it is accurate, complete, and up-to-date.

Correction and Deletion

You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate information or the deletion of your personal information from the Company’s systems and records, subject to certain exceptions prescribed by law.

Data Portability

Where applicable, you have the right to data portability, which allows you to obtain and reuse your personal data for your own purposes across different services.

Choice and Opt-Out

Consent Withdrawal

You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time where the Company relied on your consent to process your personal information. However, this will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before you withdraw your consent.

Opt-Out of Data Uses

You are entitled to opt-out of certain uses of your personal information, such as direct marketing communications or the sharing of your data with third-party services for their marketing purposes.

Account Modifications

Users can typically manage their preferences and provide or withdraw consents by logging into their account settings on the Website or by contacting the Company directly.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your rights related to your personal information, please contact the Company using the contact information provided in this policy. The Company will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights Clauses

Right to Know

Request for Information

California residents possess the statutory right to request and obtain disclosure regarding the Personal Information collected, utilized, disclosed, or sold by the Company over the preceding twelve months.

Details of Information

This includes the categories of Personal Information collected, the sources from which it was collected, the business purpose for collecting or selling the information, and the categories of third parties with whom the information is shared.

Right to Delete

Deletion Request

California residents are entitled to request the deletion of their Personal Information held by the Company, subject to certain exceptions provided by law.

Obligation to Delete

Upon receipt of a verifiable request from the resident, the Company will delete the resident's Personal Information from its records and direct any service providers to do the same.

Right to Opt-Out

Sale of Information

California residents have the unequivocal right to opt-out of the sale of their Personal Information by the Company.

Exercise of Right

Residents may exercise this right through a designated “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link or mechanism provided on the Website.

Non-Discrimination

Exercise of Rights

The Company assures that it will not discriminate against any consumer for exercising their rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act.

Request Process

California residents may submit requests to exercise their CCPA rights using the contact information provided within this policy.

Verification Process

The Company will undertake measures to verify the identity of the person making the request to ensure the security and privacy of user data.

Data Retention Policy

Retention Practices

Duration of Retention

The Company commits to retaining Personal Information no longer than is necessary to fulfill the specific purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, except where a longer retention period is necessitated or sanctioned by law.

Post-Account Deletion

Residual Data

Following the deletion of a user’s account, certain Personal Information may persist in the Company’s records to the extent required to fulfill legal obligations or to resolve disputes.

Data Breach Notification

Breach Notification

Notification Protocol

In the occurrence of a data breach materially affecting Personal Information, the Company commits to notifying affected Users in accordance with the timeframe mandated by applicable law.

Remedial Actions

Immediate steps will be undertaken to minimize harm and secure User data following a breach.

Third-party Data Collection

Disclosure

External Sites and Services

The Privacy Policy extends only to data collection practices directly associated with the Website; it does not encompass data collection practices by third-party websites and services linked from our websites.

User Responsibility

Users are advised to review the privacy policies and terms of third-party providers to understand their data collection practices.

Automated Decision-Making

Automated Processes

Automated Decision-Making

The Company utilizes automated processes and decision-making systems, including profiling, to enhance user experience, service personalization, and operational efficiency on the Website. These processes are based on the analysis of collected user data.

User Rights

Users maintain specific rights concerning automated decision-making and profiling as per applicable laws. Users have the right to be informed about the existence of any automated decision-making processes, to challenge decisions made solely by automated means, and to request human intervention or express their viewpoint regarding decisions affecting their legal rights or significantly impacting them.

Policy Updates Notification

Notification Procedure

Major Revisions

In the case of significant modifications or updates to this Privacy Policy, the Company will provide notification to Users through the Website or by direct email communication, ensuring Users are informed of changes affecting the handling of their personal information.

Review Recommendation

Users are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how the Company is protecting their information and to be aware of any updates or changes.

Changes to Privacy Policy

Modification Rights

The Company reserves the unequivocal right to modify, amend, or update this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. Such modifications will become effective immediately upon their posting on the Website.

User Responsibility

It is the responsibility of the User to review this Privacy Policy periodically. The continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes by the User.

Contact Information

Reaching Out

Should Users have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or the data practices of the Company, contact can be made directly through the provided email address: base@term.surf.

Commitment to Address Concerns

The Company is committed to addressing User concerns and questions regarding privacy practices and data handling. We aim to ensure clarity, transparency, and the safeguarding of User privacy throughout the use of our website and services.