Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how we gather, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit or interact with our website or any service we provide ("Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices outlined below and to the protection measures we follow to secure your data.
Interpretation
Capitalized terms have the meanings set forth in this Privacy Policy and apply equally in singular and plural forms.
What Information We Collect
- Personal Information – details you voluntarily provide to us on an individual basis.
- General Usage Data – anonymous data automatically collected as you and others browse the site, used for aggregate analysis.
Definitions
- You – the individual using the Service, or any company or other legal entity on whose behalf that individual accesses the Service.
- Company – Trusted Selections ("we," "us," or "our"), operator of https://www.trustedselections.org and its sub‑domains.
- Affiliate – any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with the Company (ownership of ≥ 50% of voting interests).
- Account – the unique account you create to access the Service.
- Website – https://www.trustedselections.org.
- Service – the Website and any related offerings.
- Country – the United States of America.
- Service Provider – a natural or legal person processing data on our behalf (e.g., analytics, advertising, payment processors).
- Third‑Party Social Media Service – any platform through which a user can log in or create an account to use the Service.
- Personal Data – information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
- CCPA – the California Consumer Privacy Act.
- Sale (CCPA) – selling, renting, releasing, or transferring Personal Information for monetary or other valuable consideration.
- Cookies – small files placed on a device that record browsing details.
- Usage Data – information collected automatically from the Service infrastructure (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited, duration).
- Do Not Track (DNT) – a browser setting allowing users to signal that they do not wish to be tracked online.
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Personal Data. When you interact with our Service, we may ask for:
- Email address
- First and last name
- Telephone number
- Mailing address (street, state/province, ZIP/postal code, city)
Usage Data. Collected automatically and may include your IP address, browser details, referring pages, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data used to analyze trends and administer the Website.
Tracking Technologies & Cookies. We use Cookies, beacons, tags, and scripts to improve functionality and measure performance. Most browsers allow you to refuse Cookies; disabling them may affect certain features.
Cookie Categories:
- Essential Cookies – required for core functionality.
- Consent Cookies – remember whether you accepted our Cookie notice.
- Functionality Cookies – store preferences for a customized experience.
- Performance Cookies – collect traffic statistics and usage analytics.
How We Use Personal Data
- Operate and maintain the Service
- Manage Account registration and authentication
- Fulfill product or service transactions
- Send administrative messages, updates, and marketing offers
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
Sharing Personal Data
| Context | Example Providers |
|---|---|
| Analytics | Google Analytics |
| Advertising / Remarketing | Bing Ads, Facebook, Pinterest |
| Payments | PayPal, Braintree |
| Customer Support | Freshdesk |
| Security | Google Invisible reCAPTCHA |
Providers are subject to their own privacy terms.
Business Transfers. Personal Data may be transferred during mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales. We will notify you if a new Privacy Policy applies.
Affiliates & Business Partners. Data may be shared with our Affiliates or trusted partners to offer joint promotions or integrated services, always in accordance with this Policy.
Public Interactions. Information you post publicly or share through Third‑Party Social Media Services is visible to other users and may be publicly distributed.
Retention
We keep Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated here or to comply with legal obligations.
International Transfers
Your information may be processed outside your jurisdiction. By providing data, you consent to such transfers under adequate safeguards.
Disclosure
- Business Transactions – Merger, sale, or acquisition
- Law Enforcement – Valid legal requests
- Legal Necessity – Protect rights, prevent wrongdoing, ensure user safety, defend against liability
Security
We employ commercially reasonable safeguards, but no Internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure.
Your CCPA Rights (California Residents)
- Notice – categories collected
- Access – view data we hold
- Opt‑Out – request we not "sell" data
- Know – how data is collected, used, shared
- Delete – request erasure where applicable
- Non‑Discrimination – equal service regardless of exercising rights
To exercise these rights, email support@trustedselections.org.
Do Not Sell My Personal Information
We do not directly sell Personal Data. Some Service Providers may use technology deemed a "sale" under CCPA. Opt out via the Do Not Sell My Personal Information link on our site or by adjusting cookie settings.
Mobile Devices
Disable interest‑based ads and location sharing through your device settings to limit data collection.
Do Not Track
Our Website currently does not respond to DNT signals. Third‑party websites you visit may do so.
Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have done so, contact support@trustedselections.org immediately.
External Links
Our Website may link to external sites we do not control. Review their privacy practices independently; we are not responsible for their content or policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates are effective immediately upon posting, and the "Last updated" date will reflect the latest version. Material changes may be announced via email or on the Website.
Contact Us
- Website: https://www.trustedselections.org/
- Email: support@trustedselections.org
We welcome your questions, comments, and concerns regarding privacy and data protection.