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What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Account Profiles for Law Firms and Attorney Posts When users create account profiles as law firms or post content as attorneys, we collect personal information such as:
We collect this information to facilitate the creation of user accounts, manage user profiles, and enable communication between users on our platform. It also helps us verify the identity and credentials of legal professionals using our website.
Comments and Interactions When visitors leave comments or interact with content on the site, we may collect additional data including:
We collect this data to enhance user engagement, improve our services, and ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
Google Analytics We use Google Analytics to gather information about user traffic and interactions on our website. Google Analytics collects data such as:
This data helps us analyze user behavior, optimize website performance, and tailor our content to better meet the needs of our audience. Google Analytics may utilize cookies and other tracking technologies to collect this information.
Google AdSense We use Google AdSense to display ads on our website. Google AdSense may collect data about user interactions with these ads, such as:
This data is used to deliver targeted advertising to users and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. Google AdSense may utilize cookies and similar technologies to collect this information.
Cookies We use cookies to enhance user experience and provide personalized services on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on the user’s device that track and remember user preferences and activities. We may use cookies for purposes including:
Users can control cookie preferences through their browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit the functionality of certain features on our website.
Data Sharing and Disclosure We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer personal data to third parties without user consent, except as outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. However, we may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing users, subject to confidentiality agreements.
Third-party service providers may include website hosting companies, payment processors, analytics providers, and advertising networks. These service providers are obligated to use personal data only for the purposes specified by us and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Security Measures We employ industry-standard security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of personal data stored on our website. These measures include encryption, firewalls, secure socket layer (SSL) technology, and regular malware scanning.
Data Retention We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When personal data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it to prevent unauthorized access.
User Rights and Choices Users have the right to access, update, or delete their personal information stored on our platform. They can do so by accessing their account settings or contacting us directly. Users may also request information about the processing of their personal data, object to certain processing activities, or withdraw consent where applicable.
If users have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, they can contact us using the contact information provided below.
Contact Information For inquiries or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Changes to This Privacy Policy We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time, without prior notice, to reflect changes in our business practices, legal requirements, or technological advancements. We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes.
Last Updated: 21/03/2024
Additional Information This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by our website. It does not govern the privacy practices of third-party websites or services that may be linked to or integrated with our platform. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content of such third parties. Users should review the privacy policies of these third parties before providing any personal information or using their services.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 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 from our records as soon as possible.
By using our website, users consent to the collection, processing, and storage of their personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.