Here at MachBizz, we take user’s privacy a top of concern. We request you, please take a moment to read the privacy policy, which discloses the privacy practices of the MachBizz websites, including machbizz.com as well as our downloadable software applications for supported devices, including mobile devices (collectively, the "Services" or "Websites"). Specifically, the policy outlines the types of information that may be gathered when you register for or use the Services and how that information may be used.

Clickstream Data

MachBizz uses Cookies to collect Clickstream Data on the Sites. MachBizz uses Cookies to link User activity to their Member Information. Linking User activity to Member Information allows our system to confirm a user’s identity on the Sites and to save and recognize Member log-in information so that Members do not have to log in each time they visit the Sites or access content. We use Clickstream data for a variety of purposes, including, but not limited to: Help us recognize your computer as a previous visitor and save and remember any preference that may have been set while you were visiting one of our Websites or a Co-Branded Site. Track, accumulate and report information on our sites and content usage to our partners and customers so that they can measure the effectiveness of advertisements and content viewed on the Websites; Help us customize the content and advertisements you are shown while visiting our Websites and potentially other websites online; Determine which features Users like best to help us improve our Content and Sites, personalize your user experience, and measure overall Site effectiveness; Share non-personally identifying information about your areas of interest to third parties to allow targeted advertising elsewhere on the internet using Tracking Technologies, and Disclose aggregated information as detailed below.

Cookies:

Cookies are small files that websites and other online services use to store information about users on the users' own computers. Cookies can be used to store sign-in credentials so that you don't have to enter them each time you return to a website, or to store other information to make web viewing more customized or efficient upon future visits. Cookies also may store a unique identifier tied to your computer so that web services and advertising networks can recognize you across visits to different websites. You can configure your Internet browser to warn you each time a cookie is being sent or to refuse all or certain cookies completely We (or our partners) may use or support cookies for purposes including the following: To collect information about your browsing activities in order to deliver customized or relevant services, advertising or content to you (including regarding our own products and content), when you browse our Website or other websites or open the emails we send you; To relate the information collected by cookies to information we obtain from you directly or from commercially available sources; to work with third parties that serve advertisements (through our Services or across the Internet) or provide other services to us, such as providing users the ability to comment on content, allowing users to share content, or tracking website usage statistics. We do not control these third-party technologies and their use is governed by the privacy policies of the third parties using such technologies. To learn more about how third parties may collect and use information online, and how you can exercise opt-out choices regarding that information email us at info@machbizz.com

Types of Cookies We Use

MachBizz uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve website functionality, understand user behaviour, remember user preferences, and analyze website performance. The cookies used on our websites fall into the following categories:

1. Necessary Cookies
Necessary cookies are essential for the proper functioning and security of our websites. They enable core features such as page navigation, session management, security, and access to requested services. These cookies may remain active for the duration of a browsing session or for up to one year, depending on their purpose and configuration. They cannot generally be disabled through our website's cookie preferences because the website may not function properly without them.

2. Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our websites by collecting information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, traffic sources, and general browsing patterns. MachBizz uses Google Analytics, a third-party analytics service provided by Google, to collect and analyze website usage data. These cookies are retained for up to one year to help us evaluate website performance, understand visitor engagement, and improve our websites and services.

3. Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow our websites to remember information about users' choices and preferences, such as language, region, or other website settings, to provide a more consistent and personalized browsing experience. These cookies may be retained for up to one year.

4. Third-Party Cookies
MachBizz may use third-party services, including Google Analytics and LinkedIn Insight Tag, that place or access cookies and similar tracking technologies through our websites to collect website usage, visitor engagement, advertising attribution, and campaign conversion information. Cookies associated with these third-party services may be retained for up to one year, depending on their purpose and configuration. The information collected may be processed by the relevant third-party provider in accordance with its privacy policy and applicable terms. MachBizz does not control all aspects of third-party cookie technologies or their processing practices. Users can manage their cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner, where available, and adjust their browser settings to block or delete cookies. Where required by applicable law, non-essential cookies, including analytics and tracking cookies, will be used only after the user has provided the necessary consent. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website features or functionality.

Cookie Duration and User Consent Preferences
MachBizz retains cookies for up to one year, depending on their purpose and configuration. Some cookies may be deleted when users close their browsers, while others may remain stored on their devices until they expire or are deleted. Users can manage their cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner, where available, or through their browser settings. Where required by applicable law, MachBizz obtains users' consent before activating non-essential cookies, including analytics and tracking cookies. Users may withdraw their consent or change their cookie preferences at any time through the available cookie settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website features or functionality

How does MachBizz collect Personal Information?

MachBizz collects Personal Information online through websites and other online resources. MachBizz also offers online resources in collaboration with other online service providers, from it may receive personal information about Users of such resources. These online collaborations are governed by agreements that require Personal Information to be protected appropriately.

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Why does MachBizz collect, use, and share Personal Information?

MachBizz collects Personal Information so that it can provide its users with valuable and useful content and services, and offer you opportunities to obtain other high-quality products and services from our partners. MachBizz analyses Personal Information collected online to identify and offer additional services and promotions that we believe you might find interesting.

Lawful Bases Of Processing Your Personal Data

We process your personal data only when we have a lawful basis.

Presently, we use Performance of Contract as the lawful basis to process Customer Data and to deliver our services to them.

We also may use consent as the lawful basis for processing certain data. Where you have consented to a particular processing, you have a right to withdraw the consent at any time. If you wish to withdraw your consent, you can contact us using the details in the ‘Contact’ section of this notice.

In some cases, we may also have a legal obligation to collect personal information from you or may otherwise need the personal information to protect your vital interests or those of another person.

We may also use legitimate interests as the legal basis to process data in some conditions

Use and Disclosure of Information We Collect:

Member Information:

Certain MachBizz Sponsors receive or are granted access to reports that may include your Member Information and, in some instances, information about your areas of interest derived from your Clickstream Data. If you do not want this information shared, you can exercise opt-out choices regarding that information, email us at info@machbizz.com. Except as outlined in this Privacy Policy, MachBizz will not disclose any personally identifiable Member Information to any third parties, unless we are required to do so by law, regulation or court order.