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PRIVACY POLICY
Updated: April 4th, 2024
At SafeSips, safeguarding your privacy is paramount. This privacy policy will explain how our organization uses the personal data we collect from you when you use our website.
This Privacy Policy is applicable to our website, including associated subdomains. By accessing or utilizing our Service, you signify your acknowledgement, comprehension, and consent to our collection, storage, use, and disclosure of your personal information, as outlined in this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions.
For clarity, certain terms in this Privacy Policy are strictly defined as follows:
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Cookie: A small data snippet generated by a website and stored by your web browser, used to identify your browser, provide analytics, and remember information such as language preference or login details.
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Country: Denotes the location where SafeSips or its owners/founders are based, in this case, the Netherlands.
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Device: Any internet-connected device such as a phone, tablet, or computer used to access SafeSips and its services.
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User: Individuals utilizing our website, including viewing our content, and contributing to existing information.
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IP address: A unique numerical identifier assigned to every device connected to the internet, which may be used to determine the device's geographic location.
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Personnel: Individuals employed by SafeSips.
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Personal Data: Any information, whether directly or indirectly, that permits the identification or identifiability of a natural person.
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Service: Denotes the service offered by SafeSips as described in relevant terms (if available) and on this platform.
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Third-party service: Encompasses advertisers, contest sponsors, promotional and marketing partners, and others offering content or services we believe may interest you.
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Website: Refers to SafeSips’s site accessible via the URL: https://safesips.online.
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You: Denotes a person or entity registered with SafeSips to utilize the Services.
1. Information Collection:
We collect information when you visit our website, register, respond to surveys, subscribe to the mailing list or complete forms. This information may include:
Personal identification information (Name, email address and username)
If you access the website using a device we may collect the following device data:
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Geo-location data​
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IP Addresses
We do not seek to or intentionally collect other information about you ourselves or from third parties
2. How do we collect your data?
You directly provide Safesips with most of the data we collect. We collect data and process data when you:
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Register online and create an account on our website
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Login with your Google account
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Provide feedback on any of our message boards
3. Utilization of End User Information from Third Parties:
SafeSips collects End User Data necessary to provide its services to users. End users may voluntarily provide us with information available on social media platforms. We may collect publicly available information from the social media platforms you indicate, with your ability to control the extent of information shared via privacy settings.
4. Utilization of User Information from Third Parties:
Information is received from third parties when you contact us. For instance, when submitting your email address to become a SafeSips user, we receive information from a third party offering automated fraud detection services to SafeSips. Additionally, we occasionally gather publicly available information from social media platforms, with users being able to manage the visibility of their information via privacy settings.
5. Third-party Information Sharing:
We may share collected personal and non-personal information with third parties such as advertisers, contest sponsors, and marketing partners. This may also include sharing with current and future affiliated companies or business partners. In case of a merger, asset sale, or business reorganization, personal and non-personal information may be shared or transferred to successors-in-interest. Trusted third-party service providers may be engaged to perform various functions and services for us and our users, necessitating the sharing of personal information.
Additionally, portions of our log file data, including IP addresses, may be shared with third parties for analytics purposes. This includes web analytics partners, application developers, and ad networks, for tasks such as estimating general location and providing auditing and reporting. We may also disclose personal and non-personal information to government or law enforcement entities or private parties when deemed necessary to respond to claims or legal processes, protect rights and interests, ensure public safety, prevent illegal activities, or comply with applicable laws and regulations.
6. Collection Timing and Source:
SafeSips collects personal information submitted by users. Additionally, personal information may be received from third parties, as described above.
7. Utilization of Collected Information:
Information collected from users may be utilized in various ways, including personalization, website enhancement, customer service improvement, contest/survey/lottery administration, and email communication.
8. Utilization of Email Address:
By submitting your email address on our website, you allow us to send emails to you. You may opt out of these email lists at any time using the provided opt-out link or other unsubscribe options. We solely send emails to individuals who have authorized us to contact them, either directly or through third parties. We abstain from sending unsolicited commercial emails. Email addresses provided exclusively through the order processing page are used solely for sending information and updates related to orders. However, if you have provided the same email through another method, it may be used for any purposes outlined in this Policy.
9. Information Retention:
We maintain your data only for the duration necessary to facilitate SafeSips and fulfill the objectives outlined in this policy. Once the operational necessity for your data subsides and there are no legal mandates dictating its retention, we will delete it from our systems.
10. Potential Transfer of Information to Other Countries:
SafeSips, headquartered in the Netherlands, may transfer information collected via our website, direct interactions with you, or through our support services to our offices, personnel, or third parties worldwide. This information may be accessed and hosted anywhere globally, including countries lacking laws regulating its use and transfer. By utilizing our services, you voluntarily consent to the cross-border transfer of such information to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
11. Security of Information Collected via SafeSips Service:
We take precautions to protect your information by implementing physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to prevent unauthorized access, maintain data security, and appropriately utilize your information. However, we acknowledge that no system is infallible, and while we make reasonable efforts to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Despite our efforts, we cannot guarantee absolute security against potential breaches. In instances where applicable law imposes a non-disclaimable duty to protect personal information, we adhere to intentional misconduct standards in assessing compliance with that duty.
12. What are your data protection rights?
SafeSips would like to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:
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The right to access – You have the right to request Safesips for copies of your personal data.
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The right to rectification – You have the right to request that SafeSips correct any information you believe is inaccurate. You also have the right to request SafeSips to complete the information you believe is incomplete.
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The right to erasure – You have the right to request that SafeSips erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
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The right to restrict processing – You have the right to request that SafeSips restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
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The right to object to processing – You have the right to object to SafeSips' processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at our email: SafeSip24@gmail.com
13. Updating Information for End Users:
If you're an end-user and wish to update, delete, or access information about you, you can contact the organization you're affiliated with as a user.
14. Information Collection for SafeSips Personnel:
For SafeSips workers or applicants, we collect voluntarily provided information for Human Resources purposes, such as administering benefits and screening applicants. Personnel can update, correct, or access their information by contacting us.
15. Sale of Business and Information Transfer:
We reserve the right to transfer information to a third party in case of a sale, merger, or transfer of substantially all of SafeSips' assets or any relevant portion thereof, or in case of business discontinuation or bankruptcy filing. The third party must agree to adhere to the terms of this Privacy Policy. We may also disclose information, including personal data, to our Corporate Affiliates, defined as entities directly or indirectly controlled by or under common control with SafeSips. Any information shared with Corporate Affiliates will be treated according to this Privacy Policy.
16. Governing Law:
This Privacy Policy is governed by Dutch law, with exclusive jurisdiction granted to Dutch courts for any disputes arising under or in connection with this policy, except for individuals entitled to make claims under Privacy Shield or the Swiss-US framework. Netherlands law, excluding conflict of law rules, governs this Agreement and your use of the website, which may also be subject to other local, state, national, or international laws. By using SafeSips or directly contacting us, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. Failure to agree with this policy means you should refrain from engaging with our website or using our services. Continued usage or engagement, or acceptance of changes to this Privacy Policy, implies acceptance of the revised terms.
17. Links to External Websites:
Our Privacy Policy applies solely to our Services. While our Services may contain links to external websites not operated or controlled by SafeSips, we bear no responsibility for their content, accuracy, or opinions expressed therein. These external sites are not monitored or investigated by us
18. Children's Privacy:
We collect information from children under the age of 13 to enhance our services. If you are a parent or guardian and are aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data without your consent, please contact us. Upon discovering that we have inadvertently collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without parental consent verification, we take immediate steps to remove that information from our servers.
19. Cookies:
At SafeSips, we utilize "Cookies" to track your website visits. A Cookie is a small data file stored on your computer or mobile device by your web browser. While Cookies enhance the performance and functionality of our website, they are not essential for its operation. While most web browsers allow you to disable Cookies, doing so may result in limited or restricted access to certain functionalities on our website. It's important to note that we never include Personally Identifiable Information in Cookies.
19. 1. How do we use cookies?
SafeSips uses cookies in a range of ways to improve your experience on our website, including:
Keeping you signed in
Understanding how you use our website
20. Disabling Cookies and Similar Technologies:
You have the option to block cookies and similar technologies in your browser, regardless of your location. However, doing so may impair the functionality of our website by preventing essential cookies from operating properly, thereby limiting your ability to fully utilize all features and services. Additionally, blocking cookies could result in the loss of saved information, such as login details and site preferences. It's important to note that different browsers offer varying controls for managing cookies. Disabling a cookie or category of cookies does not automatically remove them from your browser; you must manually delete them through your browser's settings. For further guidance, consult your browser's help menu.
20. 1. Cookies:
We utilize Cookies to optimize the performance and functionality of our platform. While not essential for basic use, these cookies enhance certain features. Without them, functionalities like video playback may become unavailable, and users might need to re-enter login details on each visit since we won't be able to remember previous logins.
20.2. Local Storage:
Local Storage, also known as DOM storage, furnishes web applications with protocols for client-side data storage. Unlike cookies, it offers substantial storage capacity and does not store information in the HTTP request header, providing persistent data storage capabilities.
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21. Updates to Our Privacy Policy:
Our Service and policies may undergo changes, necessitating revisions to this Privacy Policy to align with our evolving standards and practices. Unless mandated otherwise by law, we will notify you of any modifications to this Privacy Policy, typically through our Service, allowing you the opportunity to review these updates before they become effective. By continuing to use the Service after the changes take effect, you acknowledge and accept the updated Privacy Policy. However, if you do not agree with the revisions or any aspect of the updated Privacy Policy, you have the option to delete your account.
22. Information about the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
22.1. Introduction to GDPR:
GDPR stands as an EU-wide regulation governing privacy and data protection, aimed at safeguarding EU residents' data and enhancing their control over personal information held by companies.
22.2. What Constitutes Personal Data:
Personal data encompasses any information relating to an identifiable individual. This extends beyond basic identifiers like names and email addresses, encompassing a broad range of data types such as IP addresses.
22.3. Data Protection Principles:
GDPR lays down several principles governing the processing of personal data, emphasizing fairness, transparency, and limited data retention. Individuals covered by GDPR enjoy rights such as access, rectification, and deletion of their personal data.
22.4. Importance of GDPR:
GDPR imposes new requirements for companies to protect individuals' data and increases penalties for non-compliance. Compliance not only ensures legal adherence but also upholds ethical standards concerning data privacy.
22.5. Individual Data Subject's Rights:
Under GDPR, individuals have rights concerning access, portability, and deletion of their data. SafeSips is committed to facilitating these rights by processing personal data in compliance with GDPR standards.
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23. California Residents:
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23.1. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
CCPA mandates disclosure of personal information categories collected, sources, and third-party sharing. It also grants California residents rights such as access, deletion, and non-discrimination.
23.2. CalOPPA:
CalOPPA stipulates similar rights and disclosures for California residents regarding their personal information. These include rights to access, deletion, and non-discrimination.
23.3. Multi-State Privacy Statement for Virginia, Connecticut, and Colorado:
In compliance with relevant state laws, this Multi-State Privacy Statement is tailored for residents of Virginia, Connecticut, and Colorado. It provides additional disclosures and rights beyond our general Statement.
24. Brazil
24.1 Brazilian General Data Protection Law (“LGPD”) Statement
This LGPD Statement is applicable whenever you access our website and application provided in Brazil. This LGPD Statement supplements our Statement; however, where the Statement conflicts with the LGPD Statement, the LGPD Statement will prevail as to persons in Brazil.
24.2 Controller of Personal Information
SafeSips is the data controller of personal information we collect.
24.3 Information Uses
We will only use your personal data when the law allows us.
24.4 Your Rights Under LGPD and How to Exercise Them
You have the following rights relating to your services:
24.5 Information Sharing and International Transfers
We may share information with third parties in order to facilitate some of our services. There may also be legal reasons that we have to share your personal information. There may also be legal reasons that we have to share your personal information.
24.6 Information Security
We have implemented the following administrative, technical, and physical security procedures to help protect your personal information.
24.7 Retention of Personal Information
We may retain your information if it is necessary to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation or for our legitimate interests in connection with the purposes set out in this Statement. In addition, we may retain your information for the duration of any period necessary to establish, exercise or defend any legal rights.
25. Korean Privacy Laws Statement:
Applicable to individuals in the Republic of Korea, this statement supplements our primary Statement. In case of any conflict between the two, the Korean Privacy Laws Statement takes precedence for Korean individuals.
25.1. Purpose and Retention of Information Collected:
We process personal data for the purposes outlined below and retain it as per our Statement, detailed further in this section.
25.2. Rights Under Korean Privacy Laws:
Individuals have specific rights concerning their personal data, as outlined in both the primary Statement and the following section.
25.3. Children’s Data:
SafeSips caters to a general audience and does not target minors. Any personal data received from individuals under 14 years of age will be promptly deleted or destroyed on request.
25.4. Information Sharing and International Transfers:
We may share information with third parties for certain Services, as required by law or for legal reasons.
25.5. Information Security:
To ensure the security of information collected, we have implemented administrative, technical, and physical security measures.
25.6. Destruction and Deletion of Information:
Data will be destroyed or deleted upon expiration of the retention period, account closure, or fulfillment of the data collection purpose.
27.7. Contact:
To exercise rights related to personal information, users can utilize the personal information section of their account. If you have any inquiries, feel free to reach out to us via email at Safesip24@gmail.com.
Your Consent:
We have updated our Privacy Policy to provide transparent insight into data usage when visiting our site or using SafeSips. By using SafeSips or registering an account, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.