Privacy Policy for Globaltradeconnect
Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how Globaltradeconnect collects, utilizes, stores, and safeguards your personal data when you visit our informational website. Our platform serves as an educational and factual resource focused on Turkish spices and herbs. We do not engage in product sales, e-commerce, or payment collection. Our mission is to provide knowledge and insights while rigorously protecting user privacy. We adhere to international privacy regulations, including GDPR (EU), CCPA, and other applicable statutes.
Information We Collect
We gather information to enhance your experience and maintain the integrity of our educational website: Device and technical information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, time zone, and cookies. Usage data: Pages viewed, links interacted with, duration of visits, referring website or search engine, and content engagement metrics. User-provided information: Email addresses or other details voluntarily submitted via subscription forms, contact forms, or surveys. Cookies and similar technologies: Small data files stored on your device to retain preferences, analyze site performance, and optimize content delivery. We strictly collect only the data essential for the operation and improvement of our informational resource.
How We Use Your Information
The data we collect is used for the following specific purposes: To improve the functionality and overall performance of our informational website. To analyze user engagement and site navigation patterns to enhance content relevance. To detect and mitigate security risks, prevent misuse, and resolve technical issues. To send newsletters, updates, or notifications, exclusively with your explicit subscription consent. To personalize content and recommendations based on general user interests, solely for informational enrichment, not commercial advertising.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Globaltradeconnect does not sell your personal information. We may disclose data only under these circumstances: With trusted service providers who support us in analytics, website hosting, or technical maintenance. When legally mandated by governmental authorities or for essential regulatory compliance. In an anonymized or aggregated format for internal research, statistical reporting, or continuous website enhancement.
Third-Party Services and Advertising
Our informational resource may integrate analytics or advertising platforms, such as Google Analytics. These services might gather anonymized usage data. You retain the ability to manage or opt out of these services through their respective settings: Google Ads Settings Facebook Ad Preferences Bing Ads Settings
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We employ cookies, pixels, tags, and beacons for the following reasons: To ensure the proper functioning and accessibility of our website. To analyze website traffic flow and user interaction patterns. To personalize the user experience for informational purposes, not for targeted ads. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Be aware that disabling cookies might affect some site functionalities.
Your User Rights
Depending on your geographical location, you may be entitled to specific rights concerning your personal data: To access the personal data we hold about you. To request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information. To request the deletion of your personal data, where applicable laws permit. To restrict or object to certain types of data processing activities. To receive a portable copy of your data in a structured, common format. For users in the EU, these rights align with GDPR; for California residents, with CCPA; and for other regions, with relevant local laws. All requests can be submitted via our website's contact form.
Data Security and Retention Measures
Globaltradeconnect implements robust technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, accidental loss, or misuse. Your data is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill the informational objectives of our website or to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
Children’s Privacy Protection
Our website is designed for individuals aged 13 and older, or the minimum age stipulated by local privacy laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe such data has been collected, please contact us immediately for its removal.
Do Not Track Policy
We honor “Do Not Track” signals sent by web browsers. However, these signals do not alter our data collection practices beyond what is legally required for our informational resource.
Policy Updates and Revisions
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our website operations or legislative requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will indicate the most recent revision. Significant policy changes will be communicated prominently on our website.
How to Contact Us
For any inquiries, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please reach out to us using the contact form available on the Globaltradeconnect website or via the provided email address.