Discover Dayz - Privacy policy

This Privacy Policy outlines the information we collect from users and visitors of Discover Dayz and our related research and review services (collectively, the “Services”). By using the Services or otherwise agreeing to this Privacy Policy, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and handling of your information as described below.

If you have concerns about providing information to us or having such information displayed on the Services or used in any manner permitted by this Privacy Policy, you should not use the Services.

1. The Information We Collect?

Information Submitted by You: We collect information when you create an account, participate in our research process, and use the Services. This may include:

Account Creation: Name, email address, and LinkedIn account details. Additional information to enhance your profile, such as location, industry, bio, picture, and phone number, may also be provided. For purchases, we may ask for credit card or other banking details.
Review Submission: Name, company name, phone number, and email address for records, not publicly available unless chosen.
Posted Reviews: Option to remain anonymous or attribute your comments with your name, company name, project details, and photo.
Surveys: Anonymous responses with generic job title, department, industry, company size, and location.
Project Request or Consultation Forms: Detailed project information, name, company name, email contact details, and preferred contact method.

Information about others: You may provide information about others, such as names, emails, phone numbers, and companies, for our reference check and review process. Obtain consent from these individuals before providing their information.

Information from Third Parties

We may collect and store your user ID associated with social media accounts (such as LinkedIn) used to sign in to the Services. By connecting your social media account, you consent to our collection, storage, and use of information made available through the social media interface. We may also obtain information about you from user-generated content posted by other users on our Services.

Automatically Collected Information

We and third parties may use automated means to collect information about you, your computer or device, and your use of the Services. This includes cookies, web server logs, web beacons, and JavaScript.

Cookies and local storage help us recognize you, improve your experience, increase security, and measure use of our Services. Web server logs may record device type, operating system, browser type, ISP, language, country, time zone, referring web page, IP address, and interactions with our Services.

We may collect location information, including general information (e.g., IP address, zip code) and specific information (e.g., GPS-based functionality on mobile devices), to customize the Services with location-based information, advertising, and features.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

Establish your account and provide the Services.
Fulfill your requests and provide customized content.
Communicate with you through email, notices, and other means.
Create, tailor, deliver, and study the effectiveness of advertising and promotional material.
Improve the Services and develop innovative features and new services.
Provide feedback to third-party businesses listed on the Services.
Investigate, prevent, or take action regarding unlawful activities, potential threats to safety, potential fraud, and violations of our Terms of Service.

We may anonymize and/or de-identify information collected so that it no longer relates to you. Such information may be used and disclosed without restriction.

3. How We Share Information

Information about you may be shared for the following purposes:

Any information included in your user profile and any content you post on Discover Dayz may be seen by others.
Reviews or testimonials may include your name, title, company, and other information provided.
With your consent or where necessary to carry out your instructions.
As reasonably necessary to provide Discover Dayz features and functionality.
With third-party vendors or business partners who provide services on our behalf.
In connection with significant corporate events, such as mergers or acquisitions.
When necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding unlawful activities or to comply with legal requirements.

4. Online Analytics, Advertising, and Do-Not-Track

We may use third-party analytics to understand your use of the Services. Advertising technology providers may collect data about your activities on our Services for online advertising tailored to your interests.

You can opt out of receiving tailored advertising based on your internet browsing activities through the Network Advertising Initiative’s Consumer Opt-Out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance’s Consumer Opt-Out page. We do not recognize or respond to browser-initiated Do Not Track (DNT) signals.

5. Information Access, Correction, and Deletion Options

You have the right to access, modify, correct, or delete certain aspects of your information. You can also close your account. If you close your account, your information may be removed or unpublished within a reasonable amount of time.

6. Security

We have implemented various technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. These safeguards vary depending on the sensitivity of the information.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, and services. We are not responsible for the content, features, security, or practices of third parties. The information you provide to third parties is not covered by our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be modified as our business practices and legal requirements evolve. If this Privacy Policy is modified, we will provide appropriate notice of the change. Please review the changes carefully. If you disagree with the Privacy Policy, you must stop using the Services.

9. Your Rights within the EU

If you use our services from within the EU, the following rights apply to your user account:

The right to be informed
The right of access
The right to rectification
The right to erasure
The right to restrict processing
The right to data portability
The right to object
Rights in relation to automated decision making and profiling

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us. Our Data Protection team will verify your identity before granting access, rectification, or deletion.

10. How to Contact Us

The Controller of your data is Discover Dayz. For requests, questions, comments, or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or practices, please contact us at: [email protected]