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Privacy Policy for Panels

Effective Date: Aug 1st, 2023

This Privacy Policy explains how Smmall Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects the personal information of users ("you" or "users") when interacting with our web platform Panels. This policy applies to all users accessing and using Panels.

  1. Collection of Personal Information: a. Information You Provide: We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide when you register an account or use our platform. b. Automatically Collected Information: When you access Panels, we may automatically collect certain information, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage patterns using cookies or similar tracking technologies. c. Third-Party Sources: We may also collect information from third-party sources, such as social media platforms or other online sources, in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

  2. Use of Personal Information: a. Provide Services: We use your personal information to provide, operate, and maintain Panels, including facilitating communication and user interactions, personalized experiences, and troubleshooting technical issues. b. Improve User Experience: We may use aggregated and anonymized information to analyze and improve our platform's performance, features, and user experience. c. Marketing and Communications: With your consent, we may send you promotional materials and updates about Panels, special offers, or relevant news. You can opt-out of receiving these communications at any time. d. Legal Compliance: We may use and disclose your personal information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

  3. Sharing of Personal Information: a. Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating and managing Panels, such as hosting providers and customer support services. These service providers are obligated to protect your information and are prohibited from using it for any other purpose. b. Business Transfers: If Smmall Inc. undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on Panels of any change in ownership or use of your personal information. c. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or if we believe that such action is necessary to (i) comply with a legal obligation, (ii) protect and defend our rights or property, (iii) prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing or misuse in connection with Panels, or (iv) protect the personal safety of users or the public.

  4. Data Security: a. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. b. Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

  5. Your Choices and Rights: a. Updating Your Information: You may update or correct your account information by accessing your account settings on Panels. b. Opt-Out: You may choose not to receive promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in such communications. c. Rights under Applicable Laws: Subject to applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, delete, or restrict its processing. Please contact us using the information provided below to exercise your rights.

  6. Third-Party Websites and Services: Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party websites or services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.

  7. Children's Privacy: Panels is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If you believe that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 16, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information from our systems.

  8. 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 revised policy on Panels or by other means. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

  9. Contact Us: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].

Please note that this Privacy Policy is a general guide to our practices regarding user information, and it may be subject to local laws and regulations.

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