Welcome to our website, ritschie.com, also known as the ‘Site’. We value the privacy of our users, especially those who are conducting business transactions through our platform. This privacy statement outlines our policies regarding the collection and use of Personally Identifiable Information from visitors who browse the Site without making transactions, as well as from registered users who engage in business activities or utilize our services (referred to as ‘Authorized Customers’).
When we mention ‘Personally Identifiable Information’, we are referring to data that can identify, contact, or locate an individual, such as name, address, phone number, email address, financial details, and more. This information does not include anonymous data or demographic details that cannot be connected to a specific person.
What kind of Personally Identifiable Information do we collect?
We gather basic user profile data from all visitors, and additional information from Authorized Customers, like names, addresses, contact details, business specifics, and details about the advertising inventory they want to buy or sell on our platform.
Who else collects this information?
In addition to our direct data collection, third-party vendors like credit card companies may also collect information from visitors and Authorized Customers. While we do not control how these third parties use the data, we require them to disclose their practices. Some vendors act as intermediaries and do not retain the information provided to them.
How do we use Personally Identifiable Information?
We use this data to personalize the Site, offer relevant services, and facilitate transactions. We may also reach out to Visitors and Authorized Customers with information about opportunities, research, or updates related to the Site’s content. Additionally, we use this information to respond to inquiries and provide requested details.
With whom is this information shared?
We may share Personally Identifiable Information of Authorized Customers with others looking to make transactions with them. Aggregated data about our site visitors may be shared with partners and vendors. We also provide options to opt-out of receiving messages from us or our affiliates.
How is this data stored and secured?
The Personally Identifiable Information we collect is securely stored and only accessible to authorized personnel for the purposes mentioned earlier. We have strict security measures in place to protect this information from being accessed by unauthorized parties.
How can visitors manage their information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers can update or correct their Personally Identifiable Information by contacting us directly. Additionally, we offer the option to delete or deactivate this data from our system, although some residual information may remain due to backups.
What if the Privacy Policy changes?
If we make changes to our privacy policy that might impact the disclosure of previously withheld information, we will notify affected Visitors and Authorized Customers. We encourage users to stay informed about any policy updates by regularly checking the Site for announcements.
For further information, please visit ritschie.com and review our privacy practices to understand how your data is handled on our platform.
