Privacy
Privacy Policy for Classifieds.SmartTradeHunt.com
Effective Date: From this date.
Smart Trade Hunt E-Commerce Sdn Bhd (“Smart Trade Hunt,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit or use Classifieds.SmartTradeHunt.com (“the Platform”). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, you must refrain from using the Platform.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide you with a seamless experience while using the Platform. This information may include, but is not limited to:
1.1 Personal Data
When you register or interact with the Platform, we may collect personal details such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Payment information (for subscription purposes)
- Date of birth (if required for age verification)
1.2 Subscription Information
We collect details related to your subscription to our services, including:
- Subscription type
- Subscription duration
- Payment details (only for processing subscription fees)
1.3 Transaction Information
As we do not handle individual transactions between users, we do not store or process payment details for goods or services bought and sold on the Platform. However, we may collect:
- Communication history (messages exchanged between users)
- Listing details (items posted, descriptions, photos)
1.4 IP Address and Device Information
When you access the Platform, we automatically collect information about your device and how you interact with the Platform. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type (e.g., mobile, desktop)
- Operating system
- Device identifiers
- Session duration and usage patterns
1.5 Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about how you interact with the Platform. These technologies help us enhance your user experience, monitor usage trends, and personalize content. Some of the tracking technologies we may use include:
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device that help us identify your preferences and improve functionality.
- Web Beacons: Small, transparent images embedded on webpages that help us track user behavior on the Platform.
- Analytics Tools: We may use third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to gather and analyze data regarding user behavior on the Platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for various purposes to provide you with a secure and efficient experience on the Platform:
2.1 To Provide Services
- Facilitate your access to the Platform and manage your subscription.
- Deliver customer support and respond to inquiries.
- Enable features such as notifications, account management, and alerts.
2.2 To Improve the Platform
- Analyze usage trends and device data to improve the user experience and develop new features.
- Monitor and improve the functionality, design, and content of the Platform.
- Detect and prevent fraud, security issues, and other malicious activities.
2.3 Marketing and Communication
- Send promotional emails, newsletters, and offers related to our services (you can opt-out at any time).
- Notify you about updates, new features, or changes to the Platform.
- Conduct surveys or research to improve our services and offerings.
2.4 Legal Compliance and Protection
- Comply with legal obligations, including fraud prevention and compliance with local regulations.
- Protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property, as well as the rights, safety, and property of others.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 With Service Providers
We may share your personal data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the Platform, processing subscription payments, sending communications, or analyzing data. These third parties are obligated to keep your information secure and confidential.
3.2 With Other Users
When you post listings or communicate through the Platform, your information may be visible to other users. This may include your:
- Name
- Listing details
- Contact information (if provided in the listing)
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your personal data if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
3.4 Business Transfers
If Smart Trade Hunt undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you wish to delete your account, you can contact us at any time, and we will remove your personal data as permitted by applicable laws.
5. Security of Your Information
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
6.1 Access and Correction
You can request access to the personal data we hold about you and request that we correct any inaccuracies.
6.2 Deletion
You can request that we delete your account and personal data, subject to any legal obligations or ongoing transactions.
6.3 Data Portability
You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
6.4 Opt-out of Marketing
You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in the communication or contacting us directly.
6.5 Object to Processing
You may have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as if the processing is based on legitimate interests.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section.
7. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices or the content they provide. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Platform is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact us at:
Smart Trade Hunt E-Commerce Sdn Bhd
Email: support@smarttradehunt.com
By using Classifieds.SmartTradeHunt.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.