1. Introduction
1.1. This Privacy Policy describes how Disrupt Search Studios (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares personal information when you visit or use our website (the “Service”).
1.2. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Personal Information You Provide: We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address, phone number, company name, or any other information you submit via our contact forms or newsletters.
2.2. Information Collected Automatically: We automatically collect information when you interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, pages visited, and the dates/times of each visit. We may use cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyse site usage, and provide tailored content or ads.
2.3. Information from Third Parties: We may receive information about you from third-party analytics or advertising platforms that help us understand user demographics, browsing behaviour, or campaign performance.
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1. Providing and Improving Services: We use your personal information to operate, maintain, and improve our website and to provide you with SEO, PPC, and lead-generation services.
3.2. Marketing and Communications: We may send you promotional emails, newsletters, or updates about our services. You can opt out of these communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.
3.3. Analytics: We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with our website, measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts, and improve user experience.
3.4. Legal Compliance and Security: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities. We may also process your data to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1. Types of Cookies: We use essential cookies for core functionality, analytics cookies to track user behaviour, and advertising cookies to deliver more relevant ads and measure ad performance.
4.2. Managing Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies. If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
5. Sharing and Disclosure
5.1. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors or service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., analytics tools, email marketing platforms), subject to confidentiality obligations.
5.2. Business Transactions: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5.3. Legal and Regulatory: We may disclose personal information if required by law, legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as those of our users or others.
6. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymise it.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. We will take steps to ensure that your personal data receives an adequate level of protection where it is processed.
9. Your Rights and Choices
9.1. Access and Correction: Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to request access to or update your personal information. You may also have the right to request that we erase your data or restrict its processing.
9.2. Opt-Out: You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us directly. If you opt out, we may still send you non-promotional communications, such as those about your account or our ongoing business relations.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to other websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact us at accounts@disruptsearchstudios.com.