Privacy Statement
Effective Date: December 19, 2024
Industrial Contracting LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) manages the desktop application (“Software”) and is committed to protecting your privacy. This document explains how we gather, utilize, and share the information of individuals (“you”) who choose to participate in our Software or use devices with our software and tools installed.
Overview of the Software
Our Software is an online research initiative with participants worldwide, offering their insights through surveys and digital behavior data. By taking part, you enable us to analyze and report consumer preferences, which are utilized by global media companies, advertisers, and strategic partners to better understand market trends and customer needs.
Applicability of This Policy
This privacy statement applies to all users of computing devices where our software, tools, or applications (“Software”) are installed, as well as devices connected to those systems. Your participation allows Industrial Contracting LLC to process data collected through these means.
Key Takeaways
By voluntarily joining the Software and installing the Software, you consent to the collection of detailed activity data on your devices. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Identifiers (e.g., IP addresses, device IDs)
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Internet browsing details and online activities, even in secure sessions
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Transactional, demographic, geolocation, and professional information
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Educational and employment details
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Inferences derived from collected data to predict preferences and behavior
Additionally, we may collect supplementary information from third parties. For further details, review the full policy.
Information We Collect and Its Purpose
Data You Provide
When you interact with our websites or register for the Software, you may provide us with personal information, such as:
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Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone number)
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Self-reported demographic data (e.g., gender, race)
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Responses to surveys and any other submitted information
This information is used to create and manage your account, validate your identity for data requests, process rewards, and analyze your internet and media consumption habits.
Automatically Collected Data
When you access our website, we automatically gather information, such as:
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Online activity (e.g., pages visited, time spent)
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System details (e.g., browser type, operating system, device configuration)
This data helps us understand user preferences and improve the website’s effectiveness.
Data Collected via Software
By installing our Software, we collect data on how you interact with websites, apps, and connected devices. This may include:
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Online identifiers (e.g., cookie IDs) and geolocation details
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Technical specs (e.g., processor speed, device type, network configuration)
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Browsing behavior and app usage patterns
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Details of activities during secure sessions (e.g., shopping carts, financial transactions)
We take precautions to filter out sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card numbers, and regularly review our collection methods to refine these practices.
Sharing Your Data
For Business Operations
We may share your data with affiliates, subsidiaries, service providers, and other trusted entities to:
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Support operations and improve our services
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Facilitate integrations with business partners
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Host, process, and store data on third-party cloud services
For Commercial Purposes
We share anonymized and aggregated data with media companies, advertisers, and other industry stakeholders to aid in market research and targeted advertising. Identifiable information is not shared without your consent, except as required by law.
Compliance and Legal Obligations
We may disclose information to comply with legal requirements, enforce policies, or protect the rights and safety of our users, partners, or organization.
Retention of Information
We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with applicable laws.
Your Privacy Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
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Access, correct, or delete your personal information
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Opt-out of certain types of data sharing or sales
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Limit processing of sensitive data
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
Children’s Privacy
Our data collection may include information from children under 13 if they use devices participating in the Software. Parental consent is required where applicable, and parents may request deletion of their child’s data by contacting us.
Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this statement. Changes will be reflected with a revised “Effective Date.” Please review this document periodically to stay informed.
Contact Information
For privacy inquiries, email us at [email protected]