Effective Date: [30-11-2024]

At AZC Technologies (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website azcenter.io (the “Site”) or use our services.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not access the Site.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the Site, make a purchase, or interact with other site features. This includes:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
  • Account Information: Username, password, profile details.
  • Transaction Data: Purchase history, payment details, shipping information.
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card numbers, PayPal account details, cryptocurrency wallet addresses.

Technical Data

  • Log and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, pages viewed.
  • Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, mobile network information.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities.

2. How We Collect Information

  • Direct Interactions: When you create an account, purchase a product, or communicate with us.
  • Automated Technologies: Through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
  • Third Parties: From social media platforms when you connect your account or share content.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Provide and Manage Services: Process transactions, fulfill orders, manage your account.
  • Improve User Experience: Personalize content, optimize site functionality.
  • Communicate with You: Send confirmations, invoices, technical notices, updates, security alerts.
  • Marketing and Promotions: Inform you about offers, services, and events that may interest you.
  • Legal Compliance: Enforce our terms, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (For EEA Users)

If you are from the European Economic Area, our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the data and context:

  • Consent: You have given consent for processing.
  • Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for a contract with you.
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with a legal obligation.
  • Legitimate Interests: Processing is in our legitimate interests and not overridden by your rights.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operations (e.g., payment processors, shipping companies).
  • Business Partners: For joint marketing activities.
  • Legal Obligations: When required by law or in response to legal processes.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or asset transfer.

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that data protection measures are in place, complying with applicable laws.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

You may access, correct, or update your personal information at any time by logging into your account settings.

Data Deletion

You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. Contact us at privacy@azcenter.io to initiate this process.

Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails or by updating your account preferences.

California Privacy Rights

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

  • Know the categories of personal information we collect.
  • Request deletion of personal information.
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@azcenter.io.

EU Data Subject Rights

If you are in the EU, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Rectify inaccurate data.
  • Erase your data under certain conditions.
  • Restrict or object to processing.
  • Data portability.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us understand user behavior, remember preferences, and deliver personalized content.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

9. Data Security

We implement security measures like encryption and secure servers to protect your data. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be effective upon posting the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: support@azcenter.io
  • Mailing Address: AZC Technologies LTD, 128 City Rd, London EC1V 2NX, UK

Additional Information for European Residents

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal data infringes upon your rights.