Effective Date: [March 13, 2023]
Last Updated: [March 13, 2023]
This Privacy Policy governs the data collection, processing, and usage practices of China Informatics Pvt Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”), including our website chinainformatics.com and any affiliated platforms, partners, and subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “the Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the terms outlined herein.
We are committed to complying with global data privacy regulations including, but not limited to:
- European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- India’s Information Technology Act (and Digital Personal Data Protection Act – DPDP)
- Brazilian General Data Protection Law (Lei Geral de Protecao de Dados – LGPD)
- People’s Republic of China Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL)
- United States Federal and State-level regulations including CCPA, CalOPPA, and FTC guidelines
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of personal and technical data, which may include:
- Identity & Contact Data: Full name, email address, phone number, company, job title, country
- Usage Data: Time spent on pages, clickstream data, IP address, browser type, and device ID
- Transactional Data: Billing addresses, payment history, invoices (if using paid services)
- Communications Data: Emails, feedback, contact form submissions, surveys, support interactions
- Cookies & Tracking: Session identifiers, preferences, analytics data, geolocation, and third-party cookies
We also collect aggregated, anonymized, or pseudonymized data to improve site functionality and research trends.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following lawful purposes:
- Delivering and personalizing our content and services
- Providing market intelligence reports and insights
- Sending newsletters, alerts, and promotional emails
- Responding to inquiries and customer support requests
- Conducting research and analytics
- Detecting fraud, abuse, or policy violations
- Complying with legal obligations
We rely on various legal grounds such as your consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal obligations.
3. Legal Bases Under Global Frameworks
Depending on your jurisdiction, we process your data under different legal bases:
- GDPR (EU): Consent, contract, legal obligation, legitimate interest
- LGPD (Brazil): Consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interest
- DPDP (India): Consent, usage in accordance with notice provided
- PIPL (China): Informed consent, necessity for performance, compliance with law
- CCPA (U.S.): Notice, right to opt-out, right to know, and deletion rights
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:
- Service providers: Hosting, payment processors, email marketing, analytics
- Affiliates and subsidiaries: For operational alignment and compliance
- Legal entities: Where disclosure is required by law
- Business partners: Under strict confidentiality agreements
All third parties are contractually bound to secure your data and act only under our instructions.
5. Data Transfers & Localization
Data may be transferred to and stored on servers located in countries outside your own, including the U.S., EU, India, and Singapore. Where required by law (e.g., GDPR, PIPL), we use:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Binding Corporate Rules
- Consent-based transfer notices
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
Inactive or unsubscribed accounts are periodically purged or anonymized.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your region, you may have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request data deletion
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@chinainformatics.com
8. Security Measures
We employ administrative, physical, and technical safeguards including:
- SSL encryption
- Role-based access control
- Firewalls and DDoS protection
- Regular vulnerability assessments
Despite our best efforts, no transmission is 100% secure.
9. Children’s Data
Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
10. Content Use and Copyright
All data, insights, reports, and materials published on chinainformatics.com and its affiliated properties are the intellectual property of China Informatics Pvt Ltd, unless otherwise noted.
By accessing and using our content, you agree that:
- You may not share, reproduce, distribute, or republish any part of our content without explicit, written permission
- You may use our content for personal, non-commercial purposes only, unless a commercial use license is granted
- Any unauthorized use may lead to legal consequences under applicable copyright and data protection laws
11. Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that help us recognize your device and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Strictly Necessary: Site functionality, login sessions
- Performance: Analytics and usage tracking (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Functionality: Remembering preferences
- Targeting/Advertising: Retargeting ads, social sharing tools
Managing Your Cookie Preferences:
- EU users see a cookie consent banner in compliance with the GDPR & ePrivacy Directive
- You can adjust cookie settings via your browser or our preferences panel
- Blocking some cookies may limit site functionality
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.
13. Updates to This Policy
We may periodically update this policy to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Material changes will be announced via email or a notice on our homepage.
14. Contact Us
For questions, data access requests, or complaints, contact:
Data Protection Officer
China Informatics Pvt Ltd
privacy@chinainformatics.com
Your continued use of our Services constitutes your agreement to this Privacy Policy.