Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Tallyworth Ratings ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our website and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect several types of information, including but not limited to:

• Information you provide directly — such as your name, email address, company details, and any information submitted through contact forms, account registration, or correspondence with us.
• Usage data — information automatically collected when you access the Service, such as your browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
• Cookies and tracking technologies — small data files stored on your device that help us understand how the Service is used and improve functionality.
• Communications data — records of correspondence if you contact us with inquiries, feedback, or support requests.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for purposes including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining the Service.
• Responding to inquiries, support requests, and communications.
• Improving, personalizing, and expanding the Service.
• Understanding and analyzing how the Service is used.
• Sending administrative information, updates, or marketing communications where permitted and in accordance with your preferences.
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues, fraud, or security concerns.
• Complying with applicable legal obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable law requires a legal basis for processing personal data, we rely on one or more of the following: your consent, the necessity of processing to perform a contract with you, compliance with a legal obligation, or our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Service, provided those interests are not overridden by your data protection rights.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our Service and store certain information. Cookies may be "persistent" or "session" cookies. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some portions of the Service may not function properly. For more details on the categories of cookies used and how to manage your preferences, please refer to any dedicated cookie notice we provide or your browser's help documentation.

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service providers — with third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, or customer support, subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations.
• Legal requirements — where required to comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, where information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Protection of rights — to protect the rights, property, or safety of Tallyworth Ratings, our users, or others.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy, or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, and maintained on, servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. Where such transfers occur, we aim to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with applicable legal requirements.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal information, which may include the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
• Request a copy of your information in a portable format.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided on our Contact page. We will respond to verified requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.

11. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

12. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. 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 indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us via our Contact page. We aim to address inquiries promptly and in good faith.