1. Introduction
Welcome to NearKeys (“Company,” “we,” “our,” “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you interact with our services, including our website, mobile applications, and any other services provided by us (collectively, the “Service”).
By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined herein, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the Service, make a purchase, subscribe to a newsletter, fill out a form, or otherwise communicate with us. This information may include:
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Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
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Account Information: Username, password, and other login credentials.
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Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and other financial information.
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Profile Information: Preferences, feedback, and other details you provide.
2.2. Information Automatically Collected
When you access our Service, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:
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Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers.
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Usage Data: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent on the site, and other activity metrics.
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Location Data: Geographic location based on your IP address or GPS data (with your consent).
2.3. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as social media platforms, advertising networks, analytics providers, and other partners who assist us in enhancing the user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
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Providing and Managing the Service: To operate and maintain our services, process transactions, and manage your account.
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Improving User Experience: To personalize your experience, including tailoring content, offers, and recommendations to your interests.
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Communication: To send you service-related updates, marketing communications, and respond to your inquiries.
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Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect against unauthorized access, maintain data security, and prevent fraud.
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Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
4. Sharing Your Information
4.1. With Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, including payment processors, email service providers, and marketing partners. These third parties are bound by contractual obligations to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
4.2. With Business Partners
We may share your information with business partners for joint marketing initiatives or co-branded services. These partners are obligated to use your information only as directed by us.
4.3. For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, in response to legal process, to protect our rights, or to enforce our terms and conditions.
4.4. During Business Transfers
If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1. Use of Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your browsing activities over time and across different websites or online services. Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device when you visit a website.
5.2. Types of Cookies
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Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the website, enabling you to navigate and use key features.
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Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Service, allowing us to improve functionality.
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Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads to you based on your interests.
5.3. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Service.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Rights and Choices
8.1. Access and Correction
You have the right to access and update your personal information. If any information we have about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request correction.
8.2. Deletion
You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions such as legal requirements.
8.3. Opt-Out of Marketing
You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those communications. Please note that you may still receive service-related communications, which are necessary for the operation of your account.
8.4. Data Portability
You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transmit that data to another controller.
8.5. Restriction of Processing
You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal information under certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data or object to the processing.
8.6. Withdrawal of Consent
If we process your personal information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of any processing conducted prior to your withdrawal.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of The Netherlands, your information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those of your country. We take steps to ensure that your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal information from a child under the age of 18, we will delete such information from our records.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. 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 material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.