Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how BestCar.Wiki ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and
discloses your information when you use our website (the "Website"). It also describes the
choices you have associated with your information and how you can contact us.
Information We Collect
We collect several different types of information for various purposes to improve our services to you.
Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
We may collect certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from you when you use the Website. This may include:
- Account Information: If you create an account on the Website, we may collect your username, password (hashed and salted), email address, and any other information you choose to include in your profile.
- Comments and Contributions: If you post comments, contribute to content pages, or participate in discussions on the Website, we may collect your username, email address (optional), and the content of your post.
- Contact Information: If you contact us through the Website, we may collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII)
We also collect certain Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII) when you visit the Website. This may include:
- Log Data: When you visit the Website, our servers automatically collect information ("Log
Data") which may include your browser type, IP address, operating system, referring/exit
pages, date/time stamps, clickstream data, and other data.
- Device Information: We may collect information about your device, such as your device type, model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our Website and hold certain information.
Use of Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To provide and improve the Website: We use your information to operate and maintain the Website, deliver content and features to you, personalize your experience, and improve the overall functionality of the Website.
- To respond to your inquiries and requests: We use your information to respond to your questions and requests and provide customer service.
- To send you information and updates: We may use your information to send you information about our Website, new content, features, and other updates.
- To analyze trends and usage: We may use your information to analyze trends and usage patterns to improve the Website and user experience.
- To secure the Website: We may use your information to protect the Website from security threats and unauthorized access.
Sharing of Your Information
We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate and maintain the Website, such as analytics providers, hosting providers, and customer service providers. These third-party service providers are obligated to use your information only to perform services for us and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
We may also disclose your information if we are required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal requirements, protect the safety and rights of others, or prevent fraud or other harmful activities.
Data Retention
We will retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Your Choices
You have certain choices regarding your information:
- Account Information: If you have an account on the Website, you can access and update your profile information at any time.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies and other tracking technologies through your browser settings.
- Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
Children's Privacy
Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you learn that your child has provided us with PII, please contact us.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country where you are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than your own country.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.
Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the Website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.