Privacy Policy

Legal Disclaimer

The information provided herein is for general and professional purposes only and provides information on creating a privacy policy. Because the specific clauses that should be constructed between your business and your customers and visitors cannot be foreseen in advance, this information should not be relied upon as legal advice or recommendations. We recommend that you seek professional legal advice to understand the requirements for your terms of service and to receive assistance in creating one.

Privacy Policy – Principles

A privacy policy is a statement that discloses some or all of the ways in which a website collects, uses, discloses, processes and manages data of its visitors and customers. A privacy policy also typically includes an explanation of the website's commitment to privacy and the various mechanisms the website has in place to protect privacy.

Different jurisdictions have different legal requirements regarding what must be included in a privacy policy, so you are responsible for ensuring compliance with laws relevant to your business activities and location.

Items to be included in a privacy policy

Generally, a privacy policy specifies the following: the types of information the website collects and how it is collected; an explanation of why the website collects this type of information; how the website operates regarding the sharing of information with third parties; how visitors and customers can exercise their rights under relevant privacy rights and personal protection laws; and specific practices regarding the collection of data from minors.

For more information, please refer to our Help Center article, " Creating a Privacy Policy ."