Introduction

Critics Quest ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you," "your," or "user"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit and use our website, criticsquest.com (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details when you voluntarily submit them through forms on our Site.
• Account Information: Username, password, and other details required to register an account, if applicable.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

• Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our Site, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URL.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Site, track your activity, and gather usage data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate, maintain, and enhance the functionality of our Site.
• To Communicate With You: We may send you newsletters, promotional materials, and other communications related to your use of our Site.
• To Ensure Security: We use your information to protect our Site and users from fraudulent activities and security breaches.
• To Comply With Legal Obligations: We may process your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following situations:

Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, such as hosting services, payment processors, and email service providers.

Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or legal process.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary.
• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
• Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any sites you visit.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@criticsquest.com