PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy for Vendors, Inc. DBA Tamarack Insights

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

1. Introduction
Vendors, Inc. DBA Tamarack Insights (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of both our customers and the experts who participate in our platform. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and the steps we take to protect your privacy.

By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following information from users and experts:

  • Personal Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, job titles, and other identifying details provided during account creation, surveys, or when engaging in market research.

  • Expert-Specific Information: If you are an expert, we may collect details about your professional background, qualifications, and areas of expertise.

  • Usage Data: Information related to how you interact with our platform, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, and browsing history.

  • Market Research Data: Data collected through surveys, interviews, or forms in the course of our research and analytics services.

  • Financial Information: Payment details and transaction histories if applicable for billing and compensation purposes for experts.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to track activity and collect information to personalize your experience, analyze performance, and improve functionality.

3. How We Use the Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: We use personal and usage information to operate and deliver services, including connecting customers with experts and offering market research insights.

  • Customization and Improvement: The data helps us understand user preferences, allowing us to enhance platform features, optimize user experience, and introduce personalized recommendations.

  • Market Research: We analyze market trends using information from surveys, expert advice, and usage data to generate insights, reports, and tailored research for our clients.

  • Expert Management: Information provided by experts is used to evaluate their qualifications, facilitate engagements, and compensate them for their time and insights.

  • Compliance: We use the information to comply with legal obligations, manage risks, and enforce our terms of service.

4. Protection of Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement the following safeguards:

  • Encryption: All sensitive personal and financial information is encrypted in transit and at rest to protect against unauthorized access.

  • Secure Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to the data collected, and they are required to maintain the confidentiality of this information.

  • Regular Audits: We regularly review our security policies and practices to ensure your information remains protected against evolving threats.

  • Data Minimization: We collect only the necessary information required to provide our services, and we retain it only for as long as it is needed.

  • Third-Party Providers: We use trusted third-party service providers for hosting, payment processing, and data storage. These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and must comply with applicable data protection laws.

5. Expert Privacy Protection

If you participate as an expert on our platform, we take additional measures to ensure the confidentiality and security of your information:

  • Confidentiality of Expert Information: Information about experts, including professional background, qualifications, and engagement details, is stored securely and is only shared with clients upon expert consent.

  • Anonymity Option: Experts may choose to remain anonymous in certain research engagements, depending on the nature of the consultation and agreement with the client.

  • Expert Compensation: All financial transactions with experts are encrypted and processed through secure payment gateways, ensuring the privacy and security of payment details.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with third parties only under the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We share information with trusted third parties who assist in delivering our services, including payment processors, hosting providers, and analytics services. These third parties are obligated to protect your information in compliance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

  • Clients: If you are an expert, we may share your professional information with clients in the context of your engagements, but only with your prior consent.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal processes such as subpoenas or court orders.

  • Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the successor entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Expert information is retained only as long as necessary for their engagement with our platform.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can ask us to correct any inaccuracies in your data.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to certain legal exceptions.

  • Object or Restrict Processing: You may object to or request restrictions on how we process your data in certain cases.

  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your interaction with our platform, for purposes of improving user experience, conducting analytics, and serving targeted advertisements. You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings, although disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our site.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that any such transfers are carried out in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the use of standard contractual clauses or other appropriate safeguards.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The updated policy will be posted on our website, and we will notify you of any material changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
[team@tamarackinsights.com]