Introduction
At Edgar, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy details how we collect, use, disclose, and
protect your information when you interact with our services. By using Edgar’s services, you consent to
the practices outlined here. This policy is designed to cover both current practices and potential
future developments within Edgar's business operations.
Information Collection
- Personal Data: We collect personal information such as your name, email address,
contact information, and payment details when you engage with our services or make a purchase.
- Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our
services, including your IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and browsing patterns.
- Content Data: If you submit content through Edgar, including creative works,
comments, or feedback, we collect and store this information.
- Location Data: With your consent, we may collect geolocation data to tailor our
services to your needs.
- Sensitive Data: In specific instances, Edgar may collect sensitive data, such as
biometric data or information on racial or ethnic origin, only with your explicit consent and for
specific purposes relevant to our services.
Usage of Information
- Service Delivery and Improvement: We use your data to deliver, maintain, and
enhance our services, customize your experience, and process transactions.
- Communication: Your information may be used to send you updates, newsletters,
marketing materials, and promotional offers, in accordance with your communication preferences.
- Legal Compliance: We may process your data to comply with legal obligations,
respond to lawful requests, and enforce our terms and conditions.
- Business Operations: Data may be utilized to support our business operations,
including auditing, data analysis, and research, to improve our offerings and customer experience.
- Content Customization: We use your data to personalize the content you see,
including targeted ads, recommendations, and tailored services.
- Fraud Prevention and Security: Your data is critical in detecting, preventing, and
responding to fraud, abuse, security risks, and technical issues that may harm Edgar, our users, or
the public.
Data Sharing
- Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service
providers who perform functions on our behalf, such as payment processing, data analysis, email
delivery, and hosting services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of Edgar’s
assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction. We will notify you
of any such change, ensuring your data remains protected.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, in response
to a court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Edgar, our users, or the public.
- Affiliates and Partners: Your data may be shared with our affiliates and business
partners for purposes consistent with this policy, including joint marketing activities or
co-branded services.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries
may have data protection laws different from those in your jurisdiction. Edgar ensures that such
transfers are made in compliance with applicable laws, with adequate protections in place.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data on how you use our services, enhance your user
experience, and provide personalized content and advertisements. You may control the use of cookies
through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect your experience with our services.
Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless
a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we will
securely delete or anonymize it.
Your Rights
- Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct any personal
information we hold about you.
- Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly
used, and machine-readable format.
- Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your data, subject to
certain exceptions such as legal obligations.
- Objection to Processing: You may object to the processing of your data for specific
purposes, such as direct marketing.
- Consent Withdrawal: Where we rely on your consent to process your data, you have
the right to withdraw it at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on
consent before its withdrawal.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information
from children under 13. If such information is discovered, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Security Measures
We implement robust security measures, including encryption, access controls, and regular security
assessments, to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
While we strive for absolute security, no system can be entirely foolproof.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal
requirements, or business operations. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new
policy on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our services after such changes
constitutes your consent to the updated policy.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your rights, please contact
us. We are committed to resolving any issues swiftly and transparently.