Privacy Policy

2023-09-20 08:42:53

Welcome to our website https://www.kinkmeets.com(hereinafter referred to as the “Website”). We kindly ask you to carefully review this Privacy Policy as it governs how Service Development, 6 Elpidas, Lakatamia, 2304, Nicosia, Cyprus, registered under the number HE388624 (“Service Development,” “we,” “our,” “us,” or “ours”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users, and applies to your use of our Website.

If you are a resident of the United States, Nevada, or California, please refer to the respective section of this Privacy Policy for additional information.

If you have any inquiries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to email us at support@kinkmeets.com.

By using our website, it is essential that you carefully read and understand our Privacy Policy. By continuing to use the website, you are indicating your consent and agreement to be bound by the terms and conditions stated in this privacy policy, effective as of the date listed above. We also strongly encourage you to review our other terms and conditions available on the website, as they govern the overall use of our website. For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, the terms “you,” “your,” “user,” “customer,” and similar expressions refer to you as the user of the website.

This Privacy Policy outlines important details regarding the personal and other information that we may collect from you when you visit our website. It covers four key areas:

Information Collection: We describe the types of information we may collect from you and how it is collected during your interactions with our website.

Purpose of Information Collection: We explain the reasons why we gather such information from you and how it helps us serve you better.

Use and Disclosure of Information: We outline how we utilize the collected information and the circumstances in which we may disclose it to third parties.

Your Choices: We provide information about the choices you have regarding the use of your personal information.

Furthermore, we address specific situations in which this Privacy Policy may not apply, provide guidance on your use of the site, and offer the best methods of contacting us.

We value the trust you place in us and strive to continuously enhance our services. As a result, we may need to update and revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. These changes may arise as we incorporate valuable feedback from our users and improve our offerings.

We will make reasonable efforts to inform you of any significant changes to the Privacy Policy and/or Terms of Use. We aim to provide prior notice by posting the updated policies on our website. However, there may be circumstances, such as legal compliance or the protection of https://www.kinkmeets.com, our users, and business partners, where we must implement changes sooner. In such cases, the revised Privacy Policy will take effect upon posting or as otherwise specified.

By continuing to use our website after the revised Privacy Policy is in effect, you acknowledge and agree to be legally bound by the updated terms and conditions outlined in the revised Privacy Policy.

To ensure that you stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information, we encourage you to review the Privacy Policy periodically.

We prioritize the protection and responsible handling of your personal data. We collect and process various categories of personal data from you, with each category serving specific purposes. Our commitment to transparency is reflected in the following breakdown:

Registration and Account Authentication:

• Categories: Username, Access Password, Email, Phone Number

• Purpose: Facilitating registration, enabling account creation, and ensuring seamless authentication when returning to our website.

Account Management and User Experience:

• Categories: Username, Access Password, Email, Phone Number, Gender

• Purpose: Managing your account, delivering our services effectively, enhancing user experience, and analyzing website performance to continually improve our offerings.

Communication and Notifications:

• Category: Email

• Purpose: Efficiently managing our services, facilitating matches, and providing essential account-related information, newsletters, and promotional content through marketing emails or push notifications.

Effective Communication and Customer Service:

• Categories: Name and Surname, Phone Number, Email

• Purpose: Establishing clear communication channels with you and delivering excellent customer service.

In addition to these specific purposes, we may also process your personal data when reasonably necessary or legally required for the following purposes:

Reasons for Public Interest: Processing your personal data in situations that serve significant public interests, while adhering to applicable laws and regulations.

Responding to Requests from Public Authorities: Complying with requests from public authorities, such as law enforcement agencies or government entities.

Government Reporting or Recordkeeping Requirements: Fulfilling our reporting or recordkeeping obligations as mandated by governmental or regulatory bodies.

Regular Exercise of Rights in Proceedings: Processing your personal data when necessary to exercise our rights or defend ourselves in legal proceedings.

Rest assured that we handle your personal data with the utmost care and in full compliance with applicable data protection laws. If you have any questions or concerns about how we process your personal data, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Ensuring the accuracy and truthfulness of the information and data you provide is crucial. You bear the responsibility for verifying the correctness of the information you share with us. Please note that inaccurate or false information may have consequences, and we cannot be held liable for such outcomes. We strongly advise you to exercise due diligence when providing your personal data.

Rest assured that we adhere to the principle of purpose limitation. This means that we only process your personal data for the purposes for which it was collected. We do not engage in processing activities that are incompatible with these stated purposes. Your personal data is treated with the utmost respect and used only in accordance with the intended objectives.

We recognize the significance of privacy and are committed to collecting only the necessary information required to deliver our services while adhering to legal and regulatory obligations.

To fulfil this purpose, we may collect your Personal Data through various means, including but not limited to (01) Website and Brand Pages Registration (When you register on our website or brand pages, we may collect personal data to facilitate your access to our services; (2) Social Media Interactions (Your interactions with our social media accounts may result in the collection of personal data); and (3) Indirect Interactions (Personal data may be collected when you interact indirectly with our sellers, sales team, customer service team, or other representatives).

We want to emphasize that providing the necessary personal data is essential for us to effectively provide our services and products to you. Failure to provide the required information may impact our ability to deliver our services and products in a satisfactory manner.

Rest assured that we handle your personal data with the utmost care and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. We employ appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

We utilize cookies, small data files stored on your device, to enhance our service and improve your user experience. These cookies are sent to your browser by us or third parties when you visit our site. You have the option to adjust your browser preferences to reject cookie storage requests. However, it’s important to note that rejecting cookies may impact the usability and functionality of our service. Please be aware that we are not responsible for third-party cookies stored on your device.

In addition to collecting Personal Data, we also gather certain non-personal information automatically when you access our website. This information is collected and analyzed to enhance your user experience and may include: (1)Your IP address is used to identify the computer you are using to access the Internet; (2) We collect data on the type of browser you are using, such as Chrome, Safari, or Firefox; (3) Information about the operating system you are using, such as Windows, Linux, or Mac OS, is collected for analytical purposes; (4) We collect data on the type of device you are using to access our website, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone; (5) Information about your interactions and behavior while using our website, including elements clicked on or pages visited, is collected to improve the user experience; (6) We collect data on the country and city from which you access our service; (7) Information regarding the time and date of your visit to our website is recorded; (8) We collect data on the duration of your visit to our website; and (9) We gather this information through the use of cookies or third-party services, which enable us to ensure that our service is accessible and user-friendly for different types of users.

Please note that this non-personal information does not personally identify you and is used solely for analytical and improvement purposes.

In order to enhance the functionality of our Service, we may include links to external service providers. These third-party service providers consist of websites owned by entities and individuals outside our organization. We engage these external services to support the functionality of our service, offer service-related features, or assist in delivering marketing content.

Please be aware that clicking on a third-party link will redirect you to their website. It is essential to review the privacy policies of these external sites, as we have no control over their content, privacy policies, use of cookies, or practices. We assume no responsibility for the actions or policies of any third-party sites or services.

We want to inform you that these third parties may have access to your personal information. However, their access is strictly limited to performing tasks assigned to them on our behalf and in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

Based on our legitimate interest, we may use your personal data to send you communications and marketing messages through various channels. However, we respect your preferences, and if you no longer wish to receive such messages, you can opt out at any time by sending an email to support@kinkmeets.com.

Additionally, based on our legitimate interest, we may send you personalized marketing communications, including content from third-party advertisers, based on your subscription to our service. We provide you with the option to choose the types of marketing communications you want to receive.

If you prefer not to receive promotional emails or text messages from us, you can easily opt out by following the instructions provided in those messages. Please note that even if you opt out of promotional emails, you may still receive non-promotional emails, such as account verification or password change notifications.

Push notifications are messages that appear on your desktop or mobile device’s screen. We always obtain your consent before sending push notifications. If you have given your consent, we may send push notifications to your desktop or mobile device. You have the flexibility to change your browser or mobile device’s notification settings to disable these messages whenever you prefer.

Based on our legitimate interest, we may share your personal information with our parent companies and affiliated companies for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Furthermore, we may disclose your personal information to our trusted service providers who process data on our behalf, in accordance with the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

There are also circumstances where we may need to disclose your personal information. These include:

• if required by law or legal process, such as a court order;

• in response to a request from law enforcement authorities; or

• when we believe it is necessary to prevent physical harm or financial loss, or in connection with an investigation into suspected or actual illegal activity.

Additionally, please be aware that in the event of a sale or transfer of all or a portion of our business or assets, we reserve the right to transfer your personal information. If such a sale or transfer occurs, we will make reasonable efforts to direct the recipient to handle your personal information in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy. After the sale or transfer, you may contact the entity to which your personal information was transferred with any inquiries regarding the processing of your personal information.

In order to fulfil our obligations and provide you with the best possible service, we may share your personal information with our parent companies and affiliated entities. This allows us to effectively carry out the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.

To ensure the smooth operation of our services, we may also engage trusted service providers who process your data on our behalf, strictly in accordance with the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

In certain situations, we may be required to disclose your personal information. This includes instances where such disclosure is mandated by law, legal processes such as court orders, or at the request of law enforcement authorities. Additionally, we may disclose your information if we believe it is necessary to prevent physical harm, or financial loss, or in connection with an ongoing investigation into actual or suspected illegal activities.

Please note that if we sell or transfer all or part of our business or assets, your personal information may be included in the transferred assets. In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to ensure that the recipient handles your personal information in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy. Following the sale or transfer, you may direct any inquiries regarding the processing of your personal information to the entity that received the information.

As the rightful owner of your personal data, you possess certain fundamental rights, which we are committed to upholding:

You have the right to confirm whether we are processing your personal data and to access the specific personal data that we hold about you.

If any of your personal data is incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated, you have the right to request its correction or update.

In addition to the aforementioned rights, you also have other important rights, including the right to data portability, allowing you to obtain and reuse your personal data for your own purposes; the right to withdraw your consent at any time; the right to be informed about the sharing of your data and the consequences of not providing consent; as well as the right to request the anonymization, blocking, or deletion of unnecessary, excessive, or unlawfully processed personal data.

These rights reflect our commitment to empowering you as a valued individual and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a transparent and responsible manner.

To exercise these rights, please send us a written request via email to the following address: support@kinkmeets.com. When submitting your request, kindly provide the following information:

• Your full name

• Email address

• Specify the right you wish to exercise

• Date of the request

• Your signature as the data subject

For security purposes, we may need to verify your identity or confirm the authorization of any person acting on your behalf. Rest assured that we are committed to protecting your personal data and will handle your request promptly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

We place great importance on the security of your personal information and have taken extensive measures to protect it. Our commitment to safeguarding your data includes employing state-of-the-art security measures and restricting access to authorized personnel only.

To ensure the utmost protection of your personal data, we have implemented a comprehensive suite of security, technical, and administrative measures. These measures are designed to prevent unauthorized access, accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, communication, or any form of inappropriate or illegal processing of your information. We have established robust safeguards for our databases and the personal data of our clients.

By implementing these rigorous security measures, our aim is to uphold the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal data. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and ensuring that your information remains secure at all times.

This Privacy Policy outlines and addresses our approach to handling personal information, specifically regarding individuals under the age of 18.

Age Restriction. Our Services are intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from individuals under the age of eighteen. If we become aware that an underage person has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete this information from our servers and terminate their access to our Services.

Parental Responsibility: We strongly emphasize the importance of parental or guardian supervision when it comes to children’s online activities. It is the responsibility of parents and guardians to monitor and supervise their children’s online activities, ensuring their privacy and protection from potential risks associated with online platforms and services.

Reporting Underage Information: If you believe that we may have inadvertently collected personal information from someone under the age of 18, please contact us immediately at support@kinkmeets.com. We will take appropriate actions to address the situation promptly.

We are committed to maintaining data retention practices that adhere to legal requirements and serve the purposes for which personal data is collected. Our data retention policy is (1) We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to complete the processing activities associated with the purposes communicated to you; (2) If you revoke your consent or request the deletion of personal data that is unnecessary, excessive, or unlawfully processed, we will promptly act upon your request and ensure the deletion or anonymization of your data in compliance with relevant regulations; and (3) In certain circumstances, we may need to retain specific personal information for a defined period to fulfil our legal obligations or exercise our rights in legal or administrative proceedings. This includes situations where data retention is required to comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, or protect our legal interests.

By maintaining strict adherence to these data retention practices, we ensure that personal data is retained in a manner that aligns with all relevant laws and regulations. Our commitment to upholding these practices demonstrates our dedication to the responsible and lawful handling of personal data.

For the individuals residing in the United States of America. This is a complementary and modified version of the Privacy Policy, tailored for U.S. residents. All other aspects of the Privacy Policy remain in effect unless explicitly altered in this section.

We kindly request that you carefully review this provision and the entire Privacy Policy to ensure your understanding and agreement with its terms. In case of any conflict between this section and the Privacy Policy, the provisions outlined in this section will take precedence.

The “Do Not Track” feature is a privacy preference that can be activated in your internet browser. By enabling this feature, you indicate your preference for website operators to abstain from tracking specific browsing information about you.

When you visit our website, we may use cookies to track your activities across different websites over a period of time. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device by websites you visit. They serve various purposes, such as remembering your preferences, analyzing website usage, and delivering personalized content. For more detailed information about how we use cookies and your choices regarding them, please refer to our Cookies Policy, which provides comprehensive information on our cookie practices.

If you believe that the information, we have in our records about you is inaccurate, you have the right to request its modification. To initiate the modification process, you can contact us at support@kinkmeets.com or update your account or relevant details directly. We will promptly review your request and make the necessary updates to ensure the accuracy of your personal information.

While you have the option to limit the information you provide, it’s important to note that choosing not to provide certain requested information may limit or restrict your access to specific services, offers, and content on our website. We strive to provide personalized and tailored experiences, and some features or functionalities may require certain information to be provided. We encourage you to carefully consider the implications of withholding requested information before making your decision.

To unsubscribe from receiving future marketing emails, you can simply click on the unsubscribe link located at the bottom of each marketing email.

To opt out of receiving future marketing emails, we have made it convenient for you. Simply locate the unsubscribe link at the bottom of each marketing email we send you and click on it. This will allow you to easily unsubscribe and stop receiving marketing communications from us. We value your preferences and strive to make the process hassle-free.

For the individuals residing in the State of California. This is a complementary and modified version of the Privacy Policy, tailored for the residents of California. The rest of the Privacy Policy remains in effect unless otherwise stated in this section. Please note that this addendum may be updated periodically, and any changes will be posted on this page and/or communicated to you via email if applicable.

We advise you to carefully read this section before using our website or sharing any information with us. By accessing or visiting the website, you acknowledge that the collection, use, and sharing of your information are governed by the terms outlined in this section. If you do not agree with the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this section, please refrain from providing us with such information.

We collect various categories of personal information, including but not limited to:

Identifiers: Examples include your name, address, email address, social security number, and online identifiers like IP address or account name.

Other elements: This category includes additional personal details such as your signature, physical characteristics, contact information, and financial details like bank account and credit card numbers.

Characteristics of protected classifications: This refers to information such as age or other characteristics protected under California or federal law.

Commercial information: This includes details about services purchased or considered, as well as your purchasing or consuming history.

Internet or electronic network activity: This category covers information related to your online activities, such as browsing history, search history, and interactions with websites, applications, or advertisements.

Geolocation data: If you use our apps, we may collect location information.

It’s important to note that certain types of information are not considered personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act. These include publicly available government records, de-identified or aggregated consumer information, and information that falls outside the scope of the California Consumer Privacy Act, such as certain health or medical information protected by other laws. If any changes are made to this list, we will update this section on our website to keep you informed.

We collect your personal information for the specific business or commercial purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. Please refer to the Privacy Policy and the Terms and Conditions for a detailed description of these purposes. It’s important to note that these purposes may be subject to change over time. In such cases, we will comply with applicable laws by informing you and obtaining your consent, if required.

When collecting your personal information, we may gather it from the sources specified in our Privacy Policy.

Furthermore, we have provided an overview of the categories of personal information that we collect in our Privacy Policy. For more detailed information about these categories, please refer to the Privacy Policy.

Under the CCPA, California consumers have the following rights, with some exceptions:

You can request information about our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information during the past 12 months. Follow the instructions below to make such a request.

You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To submit a California Consumer Rights request, please contact us at support@kinkmeets.com.

We will respond only to verifiable consumer requests made by the consumer, a parent on behalf of a minor child, or an authorized person acting on behalf of a consumer.

To verify your identity or authority to act on behalf of a consumer, we may require sufficient information from you. This may include identifying information we already have on record or utilizing a third-party verification service. We will strive to avoid requesting sensitive personal information for verification purposes. If we are unable to verify your identity or authority and confirm that the requested personal information relates to you, we may not be able to fulfil your request.

Creating an account with us is not necessary to make a verifiable consumer request.

In addition, please provide a detailed description of your request to allow us to properly review, understand, assess, and respond to it. We will not use the personal information you provide for verification purposes for any other intent, except as required by law.

If you designate an authorized agent to submit a request on your behalf, the agent must provide proof of your signed permission for them to act on your behalf. You must also verify your identity and directly confirm with us that you granted the agent permission. Different procedures may apply if you have granted power of attorney to your agent under Probate Code §§ 4121 to 4130.

For the individuals residing in Nevada. This section is specifically for residents of Nevada (“consumer” or “you”). It provides additional information and changes to the Privacy Policy that apply to Nevada residents. The rest of the Privacy Policy remains in effect, except for modifications mentioned in this addendum. Terms used in this section, such as “consumer”, “sale”, and “covered information”, have the meanings specified in the applicable data protection law.

If you are a Nevada consumer, state law requires us to inform you of your right to submit a verified request instructing us not to sell any covered information we have collected or will collect about you through our website. To exercise this right, please email us at support@kinkmeets.com.

Your personal data is processed in compliance with the legal grounds outlined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). While your explicit consent may not always be required for processing your personal data, as specified by the GDPR, we may seek your consent as a precaution to legitimize processing carried out for other necessary purposes. In such cases, we will inform all data subjects accordingly.

We treat all personal data you provide as confidential and handle it in accordance with applicable laws, our Privacy Policy, and the Terms and Conditions of this website.

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Cyprus and will be interpreted in the English language.

By using our services, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of Cyprus, without prejudice to any legal precedence.

Please note that this Privacy Policy is an integral part of our website’s Terms and Conditions.

If you believe that your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection authority in your country. The data protection authority is responsible for ensuring the protection of individual’s rights regarding their personal data and overseeing compliance with the GDPR.

For any inquiries or further information regarding our Privacy Policy, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@kinkmeets.com.