Privacy Policy for NICUFIC


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    <h1>Privacy Policy for NICUFIC</h1>

    <p>At NICUFIC, we prioritize the protection of your privacy and consider it a fundamental moral, legal, and community responsibility. The information you provide us is one of our most valuable assets, and we do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.</p>

    <h2>Precautions for Your Privacy</h2>
    <ul>
        <li>We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology and our website is certified by a trusted SSL provider. Transactions are processed securely through our partnerships with reputable financial institutions.</li>
        <li>All personal information provided is stored on secure servers that are protected by passwords and firewalls. We also encrypt all electronic transactions using SSL technology.</li>
        <li>For your security, only the last four digits of your credit/debit card number are displayed. If using Visa or MasterCard, you will be required to provide the CVV code, and for Knet cards, your Knet PIN will be requested to confirm an order. The full card details are shared only with the relevant card provider during the processing of your transaction.</li>
        <li>We strongly recommend that you log out of your account after completing your session and take necessary precautions to protect your account and device from unauthorized access.</li>
    </ul>

    <p>By using our website and services, you consent to the collection, storage, and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please discontinue your use of our website.</p>

    <h2>Information We Collect</h2>
    <p>NICUFIC collects and uses the following information that you provide us when using our website:</p>
    <ul>
        <li><strong>Registration Information</strong>: Your name, address, phone number, email, billing details, and order history.</li>
        <li><strong>Usage Information</strong>: Information about your use of our website, such as IP address, location, browser type, operating system, session length, and browsing activities.</li>
        <li><strong>Transaction Information</strong>: Data related to purchases made on our platform, including payment details and order history.</li>
        <li><strong>Communications</strong>: Any feedback or communication you choose to send to us.</li>
    </ul>

    <p>This information helps us:</p>
    <ul>
        <li>Register you as a user on our website and process your purchases.</li>
        <li>Improve our services and product offerings by analyzing your preferences and behavior.</li>
        <li>Keep you informed about special offers, discounts, and new products.</li>
    </ul>

    <h2>Fraud Prevention</h2>
    <p>To protect both our customers and our business, we may share your personal information with third parties, including financial institutions, law enforcement agencies, and fraud prevention organizations, to help prevent fraud or theft.</p>

    <h2>Telephone Calls</h2>
    <p>All phone calls to and from NICUFIC may be recorded for verification, regulatory compliance, quality control, and customer service purposes.</p>

    <h2>Information Disclosure</h2>
    <p>Although we strive to protect your personal information, there are situations where we may need to share it with third parties, including:</p>
    <ul>
        <li>Service providers or agents who assist us in operating our website or fulfilling services.</li>
        <li>Entities involved in administering promotions, contests, or prize draws.</li>
        <li>Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law or in connection with legal proceedings.</li>
    </ul>

    <p>If NICUFIC undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner, subject to the same privacy protections.</p>

    <h2>Cookies</h2>
    <p>To improve your experience on our website, we may use cookies and similar technologies to track your preferences and usage patterns. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can configure your browser settings to reject or manage cookies if you prefer.</p>

    <h2>Data Security</h2>
    <p>We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. However, we cannot guarantee complete protection from unauthorized access, especially if caused by your own negligence.</p>

    <h2>Product Ratings</h2>
    <p>We may invite you to rate or review products you purchase on our website. Please note:</p>
    <ul>
        <li>Your reviews may be displayed publicly on our website, but you can submit them anonymously.</li>
        <li>Once submitted, ratings and reviews cannot be edited or removed.</li>
        <li>Submissions should comply with our content guidelines.</li>
    </ul>

    <h2>Electronic Communications</h2>
    <p>By using our website, you agree to receive electronic communications from us, such as emails, newsletters, and updates. These communications are considered legally binding, as if sent in writing.</p>

    <h2>General Information</h2>
    <p>You may contact us if you believe any personal information we hold is inaccurate.</p>

    <p>Our website may contain links to external sites, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.</p>

    <p>We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted on this page. It is your responsibility to review the Privacy Policy periodically for updates.</p>

    <h2>User Account and Data Deletion</h2>
    <p>You may request the deletion of your user account and personal data by emailing us at <strong>nicufic2a@nicufic.org</strong>. We aim to respond within one month of receiving your request. Alternatively, you can request:</p>
    <ul>
        <li><strong>Account Suspension</strong>: You will no longer be able to engage in paid activities, but can still access other parts of the portal.</li>
        <li><strong>Temporary Deactivation</strong>: You will lose access to the portal, but can request reactivation of your account later.</li>
    </ul>

    <p>If your account is deleted, you will no longer have access to the portal, and all associated data will be permanently removed, except where retention is required by law. You can request account restoration within six months of deletion.</p>

    <p>We take all necessary steps to ensure your data is securely deleted or anonymized upon your request.</p>

    <p>By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at <strong>nicufic2a@nicufic.org</strong>.</p>
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