Privacy policy.
Introduction
This document outlines the privacy policy of Copier Connect, for the purpose of connecting businesses with suppliers for printer and photocopier products. Throughout this policy, references to ‘we’, ‘us’, or ‘our’ pertain to Copier Connect.
This privacy policy governs the collection and treatment of personal information when you, as a visitor to our website, interact with us directly or through our services. By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information as described in this policy.
Types of Personal Information We Collect
We collect various types of personal information to facilitate the connection between businesses and suppliers for printer and photocopier products. The personal information we collect may include but is not limited to:
- First and last names
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Company names
- Postcodes
- Other relevant business details that are necessary for the procurement process
Additionally, we may collect anonymised analytics data to improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information directly from users or through third parties in the following ways:
- Contact forms on our website, where users voluntarily provide their information
- Communication via email, phone, or social media
- Interaction with our website and services
- Use of web analytics tools and cookies
Use of Your Personal Information
The personal information we collect is primarily used to connect businesses with suitable suppliers for printer and photocopier products. We collect and use personal information for various purposes, including but not limited to:
- Providing services and information
- Contacting users for follow-ups
- Record-keeping and administrative tasks
- Sharing information with contractors or third parties for service provision
- Improving service offerings and customer experience
- Marketing and promotional communications
- Compliance with legal obligations
Data Sharing
Personal data is shared with suppliers solely to facilitate the service of providing quotations to businesses seeking printer and photocopier products. Any anonymised data that is shared with third parties is done for analytics purposes or to prevent spam. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of these providers for further information on how their data is handled.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We utilise anonymous analytics services on our website to gather insights that help us enhance user experience. Users have the option to manage their preferences related to cookies and tracking technologies through their browser settings.
Third-Party Analytics Tools
Our website uses third-party analytics tools to help us understand how visitors engage with our website. These tools may collect information about your use of the website, such as the pages you visit, the links you click on, and other actions you take on the site. We use this information to improve our website and enhance the user experience.
The third-party analytics tool providers we use may include, but is not limited to, Google and Microsoft. The privacy policy for Google is available at https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites. The privacy policy for Microsoft is available at https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement.
By using our website, you consent to the processing of data about you by these third-party analytics providers in the manner and for the purposes set out above. Please review the privacy policies of these providers to understand how they handle your information.
Security
We take reasonable measures to secure and protect personal information from unauthorised access or misuse. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security. To safeguard personal information, all access to our website is encrypted through HTTPS. We implement access controls and other security measures to protect user data. However, it is essential to understand that we cannot guarantee the security of suppliers’ systems, as they operate independently of Copier Connect.
Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of linked websites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
User Rights
Users have the right to request the deletion of their data from our servers. It is important to note that users should also be aware that the suppliers with whom their information was shared may store it as well. Users can contact these suppliers directly to arrange for the deletion of their data. Upon request, we can provide users with a list of suppliers their information was shared with.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach that exposes personal data, we will promptly notify affected users and take appropriate measures to mitigate any potential harm.
Change of Control
In the event of a change of control in our business, we may transfer user databases, including personal information, to maintain business continuity and confidentiality.
Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us.
Contact Us
For further information, to access or correct your information, or to make a complaint, please reach out to us using the contact form on our site.
Thank you for choosing Copier Connect.
By providing us with personal information, you consent to its processing in accordance with this privacy policy. We may update this privacy policy periodically. Please check our website regularly for the most current version.
This privacy policy is effective as of February 2024.