Effective Date: August 8, 2025
Last Updated: August 8, 2025
Introduction
ChoiceZing.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website choicezing.com (the “Service”).
Contact Information:
- Website: choicezing.com
- Email: info@choicezing.com
- Address: Mumbai, India
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
Account Registration:
- Email address
- Username
- Password (encrypted)
- Profile preferences
Contact Forms:
- Name
- Email address
- Subject and message content
- Any additional information you choose to provide
Newsletter Subscription:
- Email address
- Subscription preferences
- Subscription date and source
Comments and Reviews:
- Name or username
- Email address (not displayed publicly)
- Comment content
- IP address and timestamp
Information Collected Automatically
Analytics and Tracking:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Device information
- Location data (city/country level)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
- Session cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
- Preference cookies for user settings
- Social media plugin cookies
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Website Operation:
- Provide and maintain our Service
- Enable account creation and management
- Process and respond to contact inquiries
- Enable commenting and user interaction
- Remember your preferences and settings
Communication:
- Send newsletter updates (with your consent)
- Respond to customer service requests
- Send important updates about our Service
- Notify you of changes to our policies
Analytics and Improvement:
- Analyze website usage and traffic patterns
- Improve our content and user experience
- Understand user preferences and behavior
- Optimize website performance
Legal Compliance:
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Protect against fraud and abuse
- Enforce our Terms of Service
Information Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics:
- We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage
- Google may collect and process data according to their privacy policy
- You can opt-out using Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
Amazon Associates Program:
- We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- Amazon may collect information when you click affiliate links
- Amazon’s privacy policy governs data collected by Amazon
Social Media Plugins:
- Our website includes social sharing buttons (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- These plugins may collect information according to their respective privacy policies
- Data collection occurs when you interact with these plugins
Data Sharing Practices
We DO NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers:
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
- Email service providers for newsletters
- Website hosting and maintenance services
- Comment system providers
Legal Requirements:
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- To protect the rights and safety of our users
- In connection with investigation of fraud or other illegal activity
Business Transfers:
- In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition of our business
- Users will be notified of any change in ownership or data use
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Security Measures Include:
- Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
- Secure password storage (encrypted/hashed)
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal data by employees
- Secure hosting infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
General Data Retention:
- We retain personal information for a maximum of 9 months from collection date
- Data is automatically reviewed and deleted on a monthly basis
- Active user accounts may be retained longer while the account remains active
Specific Retention Periods:
- Analytics data: Up to 9 months
- Contact form submissions: Up to 9 months
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Comments: Up to 9 months or until deletion requested
- Account data: Until account deletion requested
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control:
- Access your personal information we have collected
- Update or correct your personal information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Unsubscribe from email communications
- Opt-out of certain data collection practices
Cookie Management:
- Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent
- You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings
- Disabling cookies may limit website functionality
Contact Us: To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@choicezing.com
Cookies Policy
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies:
- Required for website functionality
- Remember your login status and preferences
- Cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality
Analytics Cookies:
- Google Analytics cookies to understand website usage
- Help us improve our content and user experience
- Can be disabled through browser settings or Google’s opt-out tool
Social Media Cookies:
- Placed by social media plugins for sharing functionality
- Governed by respective social media platforms’ privacy policies
- Can be controlled through your social media account settings
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including affiliate links to Amazon and other retailers. This Privacy Policy does not apply to these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending email notification for significant changes
Your continued use of the Service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@choicezing.com
Address: Mumbai, India
Response Time: We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations. For specific legal advice, please consult with a qualified attorney.