Privacy Policy, QuoteConnect.com.au
Quote Connect respects the privacy of the visitors to its Web site. Our Privacy Policy is intended to inform you of our policies and practices regarding the collection, use and disclosure of Personal Information and Anonymous Information you submit to us through our Site. This Privacy Policy is hereby incorporated in our Terms of Service Agreement, and by registering for our Services you accept the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Collection of Information
As a visitor, you do not have to submit any personal information in order to use the Web site. The site collects only personally identifiable information that is specifically and voluntarily provided by visitors. Such information may consist of, but is not limited to, your name, current job title, company address, email address and telephone and fax numbers.
We do not usually seek sensitive information (e.g., data relating to race or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, criminal record, physical or mental health, or sexual orientation) from visitors. We will, where necessary, obtain visitors’ explicit consent to collect and use such information.
Cookies
To ensure that our Web site is well managed and to facilitate improved navigation within the site, we or our service provider(s) may use cookies (small text files stored in a user’s browser) or Web beacons (electronic images that allow the Web site to count visitors who have accessed a particular page and to access certain cookies) to collect aggregate data. We may use such devices to track information on our systems and identify categories of visitors by items such as IP address, domain, browser type and pages visited. This information is reported to our webmasters who use the information to analyse the number of visitors to different areas of the site and to make sure that our Web site is serving as a useful, effective information source.
Neither cookies nor Web beacons collect personal information such as your name or email address. Further, most browsers permit individuals to decline cookies. However, under specific circumstances, visitors may be denied access to some parts of our site if their browsers are set to decline cookies.
The Use of Information
Personal information is used only for limited purposes. For example, when you register with the Web site to gain access to premium content or request future communications about Quote Connect areas of interest, such as specific Quote Connect publications or marketing campaigns, we may use the information you submit to create a personal profile to customise our response to further requests or inquiries. We may also use the information to personalise your Web site experience. And, when you choose to register online for a Quote Connect-hosted event, we will use the information you submit to respond to you. In addition, the webmasters may, where necessary, use your information for various site related tasks.
We will ensure that our marketing activities comply with applicable law, and implement procedures to obtain necessary consents before sending you email containing information about Quote Connect service offerings. You may at any time request that we discontinue sending you such materials.
Disclosure of Information to Third Parties
Although we may provide visitors’ information to service providers that handle information on our behalf, we will usually not share the information with third parties or other Quote Connect entities for secondary or unrelated purposes unless otherwise disclosed at the point of collection.
Access to Information
We are dedicated to providing reasonable access to visitors who wish to review the personal information retained when they register with our Web site and correct any inaccuracies it may contain. Visitors who choose to register may access their user profile, correct and update their details, or unsubscribe at any time. Visitors who have any problem accessing their profiles, or would like to request a copy of their personal information should contact QuoteConnect by emailing: support@quoteconnect.com.au. In all cases we will treat requests to access information or change information in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Security of Information
We have in place reasonable commercial standards of technology and operational security to protect all information provided by visitors from loss, misuse, alteration or destruction.
Public Information for Providers
As part of registration, you may set up a Profile describing your experience and qualifications. After becoming a member, in order to submit bids, you may need to create a Profile, and in order to create a Profile, you will be required to provide some information about your company or business. If you decide to offer a service, potential buyers may review your Profile to help them decide whether to make a bid on your service. Information in your Profile is available for any other registered User to access. We will not have any obligation under this Privacy Policy with respect to information in your Profile or information you voluntarily provide to other Users via the Web site.
Changes to our Privacy Policy
Quote Connect reserves the right to modify or amend this privacy statement at any time and for any reason. Nothing contained herein creates or is intended to create a contract or agreement between Quote Connect Australia and any user visiting the Web site or providing identifying information of any kind.
Visitors' Questions
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your privacy while using this Web site, please direct them to webmaster at: support@quoteconnect.com.au |
