At www.worldoriginsite.org, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit or interact with our website, including any forms you fill out, and any files or links you upload.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: This includes information you provide to us directly via forms on our website, such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Uploaded files (e.g., pictures, documents)
• Submitted links

Non-Personal Information: This includes information about your device, browser type, IP address, operating system, and browsing activity on our site.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track user activity and enhance your experience on our site. You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, though some features of our website may not function properly if you do so.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

The information we collect is used for:

Providing Services and Responding to Inquiries: If you provide your name, email address, phone number, uploaded files (e.g., pictures), or links via our forms, we use this information to respond to your inquiries, evaluate submissions, provide requested services, or communicate with you.

Managing User Submissions: Files and links you upload or submit may be used in accordance with the purpose of the form (e.g., review, publish, or analyse content). By submitting files or links, you grant us the right to review, store, and use them in line with this Privacy Policy.

Sending Communications: If you have opted to receive updates, newsletters, or other communications from us, we may use your contact information to send you these materials. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by following the instructions in the email or contacting us directly.

Improving Website Functionality and User Experience: We may analyse non-personal information and user behaviour to better understand how our website is used and to improve its functionality.

Legal Compliance and Protection: We may use your personal information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements and policies.

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except as necessary to provide our services or as required by law.

3. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information you provide to us through forms or other interactions with our website. This includes:

• Securing the data with appropriate encryption and security measures
• Limiting access to personal information and uploaded content to authorized personnel only
• Regularly reviewing our data protection practices

However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information and uploaded files, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. HANDLING UPLOADED FILES AND LINKS

When you upload files (e.g., pictures) or submit links through our forms, you are responsible for ensuring that the content does not violate any third-party rights (e.g., copyright, privacy) or any applicable laws.

Usage of Uploaded Content: By submitting files or links, you grant www.worldoriginsite.org permission to review, store, and, if relevant to the purpose of your submission, use or publish this content. We will not use your uploaded files or links beyond their intended purpose without your consent.

Storage of Uploaded Content: We take steps to secure any uploaded files, but you should be aware that no system is completely secure, and you upload content at your own risk.

5. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information and uploaded content only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which we collected it or as required by law. If you wish to have your information or uploaded content deleted or corrected, please contact us.

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies when you visit them.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal data.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information or uploaded files, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from any of our communications at any time by following the instructions included in the email or contacting us directly.

8. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us understand how visitors interact with our site. You may control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of how we are protecting your data.

10. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: info@worldoriginsite.org