Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Manufacturing.International

Effective as of:October 1, 2024

At Manufacturing.International, we respect and prioritize your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your personally identifiable information and other data (“user information”) is collected, used, shared, and protected in connection with your access to and use of www.manufacturing.international and any related content, features, services, or offerings (collectively, the “Site”). This Privacy Policy also provides information on your rights and how you can exercise them.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Where required by law, we will request your explicit consent before collecting, processing, or sharing your personal information through cookies, tracking technologies, or other means.

Notices for Specific Regions

Table of Contents

  1. Summary
  2. Information We Collect
  3. How We Collect Information
  4. Use of Information
  5. Sharing of Information
  6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
  7. Data Security
  8. Data Retention
  9. Your Rights and Choices
  10. Cross-Border Data Transfers
  11. Children’s Privacy
  12. Changes to the Privacy Policy
  13. How to Contact Us

1. Summary

We collect, use, and share your information to deliver, improve, and personalize the Site experience. This includes using data to improve content, target advertisements, analyze traffic, and enhance security. We will not share your information with third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

2. Information We Collect

  • Voluntarily Submitted Information: Personal information you provide directly when you interact with the Site (e.g., name, email address, phone number). This includes data provided during account setup, newsletter subscriptions, or customer support inquiries.
  • Automatically Collected Information: Information collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies, including IP address, browser type, device information, geographic location, and browsing behavior on the Site.
  • Third-Party Information: Information received from third-party partners, including advertisers, analytics providers, and social media networks, where they have your consent to share this data with us.

3. How We Collect Information

  • Voluntary Submission: You voluntarily share information when you create accounts, submit forms, respond to surveys, or interact with customer support.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior, preferences, and interaction with the Site. See the section on “Cookies and Tracking Technologies” for more details.

4. Use of Information

We use your information for purposes such as:

  • Improving the Site: Enhancing functionality and tailoring content to your preferences.
  • Providing Services: Managing your account and providing customer support.
  • Personalized Advertising: Displaying tailored ads based on your browsing behavior.
  • Analytics: Analyzing traffic patterns to improve site performance and user experience.
  • Compliance: Ensuring compliance with legal obligations or responding to legal requests.

5. Sharing of Information

  • Service Providers: Vendors who assist in operating the Site (e.g., email platforms, hosting providers, payment processors).
  • Business Transactions: If Manufacturing.International is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
  • Legal Requirements: Sharing information as required to comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Manufacturing.International and others.
  • Third-Party Marketing: With your explicit consent, we may share your information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other technologies to track and analyze how you use the Site. Cookies are categorized as:

  • Required Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly and provide essential services.
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.
  • Analytics Cookies: Collect data about how visitors use the Site to help us improve functionality.
  • Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver personalized ads based on your online behavior. You can manage or disable these cookies in your browser settings.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data using technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no security system is foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data will either be deleted or anonymized.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights related to your personal information, including:

  • Access: The right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: The right to request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Opt-Out: The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time.
  • Restrict Processing: The right to restrict or object to certain data processing activities.

California residents have the additional right to request details about personal information shared for marketing purposes and can opt out of the sale of personal information.

10. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your personal information may be processed and stored in countries outside of your residence, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, are in place to protect your data.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is intended for users aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will delete it promptly.

12. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting an update on the Site or sending an email to registered users. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

13. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, you can contact us at: