Privacy Policy

 

What does this Privacy Policy cover ?
This Privacy Policy applies to collection, use, storage and disclosure of information by bearsharesoftware. If there are any exceptions, we will clearly disclose them prior to collecting any information, and will give you an opportunity to choose not to participate or provide the information. By using the Services and our Web site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as we outline in this Privacy Policy. bearsharesoftware may decide to change this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post any changes here so that you are always informed of the information we collect, how we use it, and the circumstances under which we disclose it. Please be aware that, as part of the Services, bearsharesoftware provides links to Web sites operated by third parties. bearsharesoftware is not responsible for the information collection or privacy practices or the content of those third party Web sites or applications. Also, please be aware that banner ads on bearsharesoftware are provided by a third party, which may collect cookies as part of the process of serving those ads. These cookies are typically used for the purpose of tracking performance of the banner ads. bearsharesoftware does not determine which information will be collected by that third party. Please see the paragraph below regarding Third Party Banner Ads.  
Third Party Banner Ads
We use other third-party advertising companies to serve ads when you visit our Web site. These companies may use information (not including your name, address, e-mail address or telephone number) about your visits to this and other Web sites in order to provide advertisements on this site and other sites about goods and services that may be of interest to you.
 
What information does bearsharesoftware collect and how is it used? Does bearsharesoftware disclose information to third parties ?
bearsharesoftware may collect any or all of the following four types of information:
(a) traffic or clickstream data,
(b) cookies, or
(c) contact information and other personally identifying information.
bearsharesoftware's collection and use of each type of data is described below, as well as the ways (if any) in which the data may be shared with third parties. Please note that bearsharesoftware may transfer any information in its possession in connection with a sale of assets of the company, a sale of the company or a merger.  
(a) Traffic or Clickstream Data
Data about traffic and usage is not personally identifying or identifiable, and is not supplemented or combined with personally identifying or identifiable information. bearsharesoftware may share information it collects with certain selected third parties, but only in aggregated, anonymous form. For example, we may tell an advertiser that a certain number of people visited a certain area on our Web site, or searched Web sites for the term "fly fishing." bearsharesoftware collects some information regarding use of the Services by observing browser functions and the files (pages) users access. For example, bearsharesoftware's servers collect information about the site from which you entered to enable bearsharesoftware to calculate and pay its affiliates, information about the most frequently searched terms to help its advertisers provide the most relevant search results, information about usage to check for fraudulent behavior or other abnormalities and to ensure that our Services are technically superior. In addition to the foregoing applications, bearsharesoftware uses the information (in aggregate form) to better design the Services.
 
(b) Cookies
Like many sites, bearsharesoftware collects information about online behavior using cookies. These cookies contain identification information that enables us to see how our users are interacting with our site and how frequently they are returning, as well as to streamline their experiences using the Services. Our cookies do not contain any personally identifiable information. Cookies let us know about repeat visitors and if we are delivering quality products and services. bearsharesoftware may also use cookies to identify which sites our repeat visitors are coming from, so that we can place more of our online advertising on these sites, and can, where necessary, pay our affiliates and other business partners. To bearsharesoftware, using information within cookies is an anonymous way to survey how we are doing and to look for ways to improve our Services. You may set your browser software to reject cookies, but you may not be able to use all of the features of the Services. bearsharesoftware may share information about usage of the Services with third parties, but only in aggregated, anonymous form. In the course of serving advertisements to this site, our third-party advertiser may place or recognize a unique "cookie" on your browser.
 
(c) Contact Information or Personally Identifying Information
bearsharesoftware can obtain access to your name, e-mail address and other contact information only (1) when you become a member with bearsharesoftware, provide comments, submit a problem, or request information from bearsharesoftware and provide your name or return contact information, or (2) in connection with special offers or contests.
Contact information provided in connection with problems, comments or requests is used only to respond to those problems, comments or requests. This information is not stored or used in connection with traffic or clickstream data and is provided to a third party only as necessary to respond to the comment, problem or request. Finally, you may choose to provide contact information, other personally identifying information, and demographic information in order to participate in optional surveys or contests, which are run for promotional purposes. bearsharesoftware uses such information to send you information about its products and to notify you if you win the contest. Finally, from time to time, but only with your permission, bearsharesoftware may provide certain of its users' registration information to selected third parties who wish to participate in special promotions offered in conjunction with bearsharesoftware. Users may opt-out of receiving such communications at any time by contacting bearsharesoftware.
 
Is data stored by bearsharesoftware secure ?
To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the appropriate use of information, bearsharesoftware has put in place physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information it collects online. However, data security is a constantly evolving art and science. You should consider any communication that you transmit to bearsharesoftware (such as data, questions or answers, comments, or suggestions) as non-confidential, and agree that bearsharesoftware will not be liable or responsible if information that belongs to you is intercepted and used by an unintended recipient.
 
Does bearsharesoftware collect personally identifying information from or about children ?
bearsharesoftware uses reasonable efforts not to collect, use or disclose individually identifiable information from children under the age of 13. The Services are not targeted at children, and children may not register for any portions of the Services that require registration. Please check with those sites to determine their privacy policy.
 
How can I access or correct any personally identifying information about me ?
To request a copy of the personally identifiable information you have sent to bearsharesoftware, please call contact us .
Question ?
If you have any questions about anything in this Privacy Policy, or about collection of personally identifiable information, or information generally, please call contact us
 

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