Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 22, 2024
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
This policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you use our service. It also explains your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
Using Our Service Means You Agree
By using our service, you agree to us collecting and using your information according to this policy.
Link to Full Privacy Policy
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Understanding Our Terms
This section explains some of the terms used throughout this Privacy Policy.
Term
What it Means
Account
Your login to access our website or mobile app (if applicable).
Cookies
Small data files that store information about your browsing activity on our website.
Service
Our website (Makelife-easy.com). We may offer a mobile application in the future, and we will update this policy accordingly.
Personal Data
Information that can be used to identify you, such as name or email address.
User
You, the person using our website or app.
Data Collection
The process of gathering information about users such as browsing activity or clicks on affiliate links.
Additional Notes:
We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy has been designed in accordance with data privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, to ensure we handle your information responsibly.
What Information We Collect
We collect two types of information when you use our service: personal information and usage data.
Personal Information
This is information that can be used to identify you as an individual. We only collect the information necessary to provide and improve our service. Here's what we collect:
- Email address (optional): We may ask for your email address if you create an account or want us to communicate with you directly.
- First name and last name (optional): You can choose to provide your name for your account profile, but it's not required.
Usage Data
This information is collected automatically when you use our service. It helps us understand how users interact with our website and improve your experience. Here's the usage data we collect:
- Device information: This includes things like your device's IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Usage information: This includes the pages you visit on our website, the time you spend on those pages, and how you navigate the site.
Additional Notes:
- We may also use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect additional information about your browsing activity.
Why We Collect This Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our service
- Improve our service
- Personalize your experience
- Respond to your inquiries or requests
- Send you important information (like service updates)
- For security and fraud prevention purposes
We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties without your consent.
Signing Up with Social Logins
We offer the option to sign up for our service using your accounts from social media platforms like Google, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. This is called "social login" and can save you time by filling in some signup information automatically.
What Information Do We Collect?
When you sign up with a social login, we may collect some of your information already associated with that account, such as your name, email address, or public profile information. You'll always be able to see exactly what information is being shared before you sign up.
Using Your Information
Any information we collect through social logins will be used in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We will never sell or share your information with third parties without your consent.
Making Your Experience Better
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website. These technologies help us remember your preferences, analyze how you use our website, and ultimately make it better for you.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device by your web browser. They are commonly used by most websites and can help us remember things like your login information and browsing preferences.
Do I Have a Choice?
Yes! Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies. You can find instructions on how to do this in your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.
What Information Do We Collect?
The information we collect through cookies helps us understand how you use our website. This may include things like the pages you visit, the links you click, and how long you stay on a page. We use this information to improve the overall functionality and user experience of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to provide and improve our service in several ways:
- To Provide Our Service: This includes things like monitoring usage, managing your account, and fulfilling your orders.
- To Communicate with You: We may contact you about updates, security issues, or promotional offers that you might be interested in (if you haven't opted out).
- To Improve Our Service: We use your information to analyze usage trends and improve the overall functionality and user experience of our website.
We may also use your information for the following reasons:
- For legal purposes: This includes responding to court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes.
- For business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
Sharing Your Information
We only share your information in a few limited circumstances:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted vendors who help us operate our website, send emails, or analyze usage data.
- For Legal Reasons: We will share your information if required by law.
- With Your Consent: We will always ask for your consent before sharing your information for any other reason.
Transparency and Control
We are committed to transparency in how we use your information. You can always access and update your information through your account settings. You can also opt out of receiving marketing communications from us.
We only share your information in a few limited circumstances:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted vendors who help us operate our website, send emails, or analyze usage data.
- For Legal Reasons: We will share your information if required by law.
- With Your Consent: We will always ask for your consent before sharing your information for any other reason.
Transparency and Control
We are committed to transparency in how we use your information. You can always access and update your information through your account settings. You can also opt out of receiving marketing communications from us.
Retention of Your Personal Data
- We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
- This includes complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements.
- We retain usage data for internal analysis, typically for a shorter period. Exceptions include using the data for security, improving our service, or if we are legally obligated to retain it for longer.
Transfer of Your Personal Data
- Your information may be processed and transferred to locations outside your jurisdiction. Data protection laws may differ in these locations.
- By using our service and agreeing to this Privacy Policy, you consent to this transfer.
- We take all reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this policy.
- We will not transfer your data to organizations or countries without adequate data security controls.
Deleting Your Personal Data
- You have the right to delete or request assistance in deleting your personal data that we have collected.
- You may be able to delete certain information directly within our service.
- You can also update, amend, or delete your information through your account settings (if you have one).
- You can contact us to request access to, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Please note that we may need to retain certain information when required by law.
Disclosure of Your Personal Data: Business Transactions
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be transferred.
- We will notify you before your data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.
Legal Requirements
- We may disclose your personal data if required by law or by public authorities.
- We may also disclose your data in good faith to protect our rights, investigate wrongdoing, ensure user safety, or comply with legal obligations.
Security of Your Personal Data
- We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your personal data, but no internet transmission is completely secure.
Third-Party Service Providers
- We use third-party service providers who may have access to your personal data. These providers follow their own privacy policies when handling your information.
Analytics with Google Analytics
- We use Google Analytics to track and analyze website traffic. Google may use this data advertising purposes.
- You can opt out of Google Analytics by using their opt-out browser add-on or adjusting your mobile device settings.
- Learn more about Google Analytics privacy practices here: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Legal Basis for Processing Your Information under GDPR
- We process your information only under specific conditions outlined in GDPR:
- Consent: You have given us permission to use your information for specific purposes.
- Contract Performance: Your information is necessary to fulfill a contract with you.
- Legal Obligations: We need to process your information to comply with the law.
- Vital Interests: Processing your information protects your or someone else's vital interests.
- Public Interest: Processing your information serves a public interest or official function.
- Legitimate Interests: Processing your information is necessary for our legitimate interests, but we will always balance this with your rights.
- If you have any questions about the specific legal basis for processing your information, we're happy to help clarify.
Your Rights under GDPR
We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring you can exercise your rights under GDPR. These rights include:
- Access You Information: You can request a copy of the information we hold about you.
- Correct Your Information: You have the right to have any inaccurate information corrected.
- Object to Processing: You can object to how we use your information in certain situations.
- Delete Your Information: You can request us to erase your information under certain circumstances.
- Transfer Your Information: You have the right to request your information in a format that allows you to transfer it to another service.
- Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent for us to use your information at any time. This may limit your ability to use certain features of our service.
Exercising Your GDPR Rights
To exercise your data protection rights under GDPR, please contact us. We may ask you to verify your identity before responding to your request. We will try our best to respond to your request as soon as possible.
California Residents Privacy Notice
This section supplements our general Privacy Policy and applies to California residents. It explains what information we collect and how it is used, consistent with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
Information We Collect
We collect various types of information from California residents, including:
- Contact Information: Such as name, email address, and mailing address.
- Internet or Network Activity: Information about your interactions with our service.
We do not collect certain types of personal information, including:
- Social Security number
- Medical information
- Financial information (except payment methods you provide)
For a more detailed breakdown, we've included a list of CCPA/CPRA information categories. Please note that not all examples within a category apply to us.
We use the information we collect to provide, personalize, and improve our service. We will not sell your information to third parties without your consent.
California Resident Rights
You have the right to request information about the data we collect and how it is used. You can also request deletion of your information or opt-out of the sale of your information (we do not currently sell your information). For more details about your rights, please see the "Your Rights under CCPA/CPRA" section of our Privacy Policy.
Sources of Personal Information We Collect
- You directly provide information through forms, preferences, and activity on our service.
- We collect information indirectly from observing your activity on our service.
- Cookies we or our service providers set on your device automatically collect information.
- We may obtain information from third-party service providers.
How We Use Your Personal Information
- To operate and provide our service to you.
- To offer support, respond to inquiries, and improve our service.
- To fulfill requests (e.g., responding to questions).
- To comply with requirements and regulations.
- For internal audits and security measures.
- To detect and prevent malicious activity.
- For other purposes as described in our Privacy Policy.
Information We May Disclose
- We may disclose identifiers, personal information categories (as defined by CCPA), and internet/network activity data.
- Disclosures involve contracts requiring confidentiality and specific use limitations.
Third-Party Sharing
- We may share information with service providers, affiliates, business partners, and authorized vendors.
Sale of Personal Information (CCPA/CPRA Definition)
- We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense.
- Service providers may use your information for advertising/analytics (considered a sale under CCPA/CPRA).
- We may share information categories for value in return (considered a sale under CCPA/CPRA).
- We do not sell information from users under 16 and offer an opt-out process.
Your Rights Under CCPA/CPRA
- Right to notice: Information about data collection and use.
- Right to know/access: Request inform about data collection, use, sale, and disclosure.
- Right to opt of the sale of personal information.
- Right to correct inaccurate personal information.
- Right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.
- Right to delete personal information under certain circumstances.
- Right not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights
Exercising Your CCPA/CPRA Rights
- For details on opting out and limiting sensitive information use, see "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" and "Limit the Use or Disclosure of My Sensitive Personal Information" sections.
- To exercise your CCPA/CPRA rights as a California resident, contact us at:
- Only you or an authorized representative can make a verifiable request about your information.
- Your request must:
- Allow us to verify your identity (the person we collected data about).
- Describe your request clearly for proper understanding and response.
- We cannot respond to your request if we can't verify your identity or confirm the information relates to you.
- We will provide the information free of charge within 45 days of receiving your request. This may be extended by an additional 45 days with prior notice.
- Disclosures cover only the 12 months before your request.
- For data portability requests, we will provide your information in a format easily transferable to another entity.
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
- CCPA/CPRA defines "sell" as sharing personal information with a third party for valuable consideration (not necessarily monetary).
- We allow service providers to use your information for business purposes (advertising, marketing, analytics) which may be considered a sale under CCPA/CPRA.
- You can opt-out of the sale of your personal information. Contact us to do so.
- Our service partners may use technologies that sell information under CCPA/CPRA. To opt out of interest-based advertising and potential sales, follow these instructions (specific to the browser you use):
- Website: Look for buttons like "Privacy Preferences" or "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" to opt out of cookies and other technologies. You may need to do this on every browser you use.
- Additionally, follow our instructions to opt out of receiving personalized ads:
- Opting out will place a cookie on your computer specific to the browser you used. You may need to opt out again if you change browsers or delete cookies.
- Mobile Devices:
- You can opt out of using information about your apps to serve targeted ads through your device settings:
- "Opt out of Interest-Based Ads" or"Opt out of Ads Personalization" on Android.
- "Limit Ad Tracking" on iOS.
- You can also stop location information collection by changing your device preferences.
Limit the Use or Disclosure of My Sensitive Personal Information
- California residents have the right to limit the use and disclosure of their sensitive personal information to what's necessary for our services.
- We use and disclose sensitive information only as necessary to provide the service. See "Use of Your Personal Data" for more details.