Terms & Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 24 May 2023

Thank you for visiting Chasing Paradise. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Copyright Statement

The content and materials published on Chasing Paradise, including but not limited to articles, blog posts, photographs, videos, graphics, logos, and designs, are protected by copyright laws and are the property of Chasing Paradise and its contributors. All rights reserved.

1. Ownership of Content Chasing Paradise is the sole owner of the original content and materials published on this website unless otherwise stated. This includes all written content, images, and multimedia files created by Chasing Paradise or its authorized contributors.

2. Use of Content The content on Chasing Paradise is provided for personal, non-commercial use only. You may view, download, and print content from the website for your own personal and non-commercial use, provided that you do not modify or remove any copyright or proprietary notices.

3. Prohibited Actions Unless expressly authorized by Chasing Paradise, you are prohibited from the following actions:

  • Reproducing, copying, or distributing any content from Chasing Paradise for commercial purposes.
  • Modifying, altering or creating derivative works based on the content without prior written permission.
  • Removing, obscuring, or tampering with any copyright notices or trademarks on the website.
  • Using automated systems, such as data mining or scraping, to extract or collect content from Chasing Paradise.

4. Third-Party Content Chasing Paradise may feature content, including images, videos, and references, that are sourced from third parties. Such content is used with permission or under fair use provisions, and the copyright remains with the respective owners. Any use of third-party content on Chasing Paradise is done so in accordance with applicable copyright laws.

5. Copyright Infringement Chasing Paradise respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please contact us promptly with the following information:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
  • Description of the infringing material and its location on Chasing Paradise.
  • Your contact information, including name, address, phone number, and email address.
  • A statement by you that you have a good-faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
  • A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the above information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

6. Changes to the Copyright Statement Chasing Paradise reserves the right to update or modify this Copyright Statement at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised statement on our website.

By accessing and using Chasing Paradise, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Copyright Statement and agree to comply with all applicable copyright laws and regulations.

Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and other contact details when you voluntarily provide them to us to subscribe to our newsletter or leave comments on our blog posts. We may also collect personal information if you choose to participate in contests, surveys, or promotional activities on our website.

1.2 Non-Personal Information: We may automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit our website. This may include your IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data. We use this information to analyze trends, administer the website, track user movements, and gather demographic information for internal purposes.

Use of Information

2.1 Personal Information: We may use the personal information you provide to us for the following purposes:

  • To send you our newsletter or other promotional materials if you have subscribed to them.
  • To respond to your inquiries or provide customer support.
  • To enable your participation in contests, surveys, or promotional activities.
  • To personalize your experience on our website and provide you with relevant content.

2.2 Non-Personal Information: The non-personal information we collect is used to improve the functionality and performance of our website. We may also use this information for analytical purposes, such as analyzing user behaviour and preferences, monitoring website traffic, and measuring the effectiveness of our marketing efforts.

Disclosure of Information

3.1 Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business activities, or providing services to you. These service providers have access to your information only to the extent necessary to perform their functions and are obligated to maintain its confidentiality.

3.2 Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., government or law enforcement agencies).

3.3 Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or any form of sale or transfer of some or all of our assets, we may disclose or transfer your personal information to the acquiring entity. We will notify you before your personal information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it from our records.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at contact@chasingparadise.co. We will do our best to address your inquiries in a timely manner.

By using Chasing Paradise, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to collecting, using, and disclosing your information as described herein.

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