Growth Trends Ltd has created this Privacy Policy to outline the principles governing our information-gathering and dissemination practices, including various offerings such as forums, chat rooms, personal profile pages, product reviews, article commentary, blogs, RSS feeds, and newsletters. We value the privacy of our users and are committed to safeguarding their personal information. Please note that this Privacy Policy pertains only to information collected through Growth Trends Ltd and not to information collected offline or through third-party sites linked to Growth Trends Ltd, except as expressly provided herein.
1. Information We Collect
While using our Site, we may request certain personally identifiable information from you, which can be used to contact or identify you. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to, your name and email address. When we collect Personally Identifiable Information from you, you will have the option to "opt in" and "opt out" to receive email or other digital communications from us and/or our business partners. If you have provided your personal information to Growth Trends Ltd, you may correct, amend, or delete the information if it is incorrect.
In all cases, we will only use your information as permitted by law. However, we may disclose Personally Identifiable Information to others if required by law, in good faith to comply with legal processes, protect and defend our rights and property, prevent misuse or unauthorized use of the Site, or protect the personal safety or property of our users or the public. Please note that we may not provide you with notice prior to disclosure in such cases.
2. Use of "Cookies"
At Growth Trends Ltd, we utilize cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our Site. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They serve various functions and play a crucial role in improving the functionality and performance of our Site. Here are the types of cookies we use and their purposes:
a) Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of our Site and enable you to access certain features, such as secure login and shopping cart functionality. Without these cookies, some parts of our Site may not function properly.
b) Performance and Analytical Cookies: We use these cookies to collect information about how you interact with our Site, such as which pages you visit most frequently, the duration of your visit, and any error messages encountered. This data is anonymous and helps us understand user behavior, identify areas for improvement, and optimize the performance of our Site.
c) Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our Site to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features, such as personalized content and language settings. They may also be used to provide you with a more seamless and customized experience.
d) Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Our advertising partners may use these cookies to deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests and online activities. These cookies help us display relevant ads to you and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
e) Third-Party Cookies: Some cookies on our Site may be placed by third-party service providers. These cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective third parties, and we do not have direct control over them. However, we ensure that any third-party partners comply with our privacy standards and use the data collected from cookies responsibly.
f) Consent and Cookie Settings: By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Privacy Policy. You have the option to manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or the cookie banner displayed on our Site. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your settings to block or delete cookies or receive a notification when a cookie is sent. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may impact certain features and functionalities of our Site.
g) Duration of Cookies: Some cookies are temporary and will be deleted once you close your browser (session cookies). Others remain on your device for a longer period (persistent cookies) and are activated each time you visit our Site.
h) Cross-Device Tracking: We may use cookies to link your activities across different devices, such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet. This allows us to provide a consistent and personalized experience across all your devices.
Overall, cookies help us improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing user behavior, and delivering relevant content. We respect your privacy and strive to be transparent about the use of cookies on our Site. For more information on how we handle your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Growth Trends Ltd is deeply committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe in providing equal access and opportunities for all users to explore and interact with our Site. To that end, we have undertaken various initiatives and efforts to enhance accessibility and make our website inclusive for everyone. Here are some of the measures we have implemented:
a) Compliance with Web Accessibility Standards: We adhere to recognized web accessibility standards and guidelines, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 and
2.1 issued by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide best practices for creating accessible web content and interfaces.
b) User Interface Design: We design our website with accessibility in mind, ensuring that the user interface is intuitive, easy to navigate, and compatible with screen readers and assistive technologies. Our focus is on providing a user-friendly experience for all visitors.
c) Alternative Text for Images: We use descriptive alt text for images, which enables users with visual impairments to understand the content conveyed by the images on our Site.
d) Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be easily navigated using only a keyboard, enabling users who have difficulty using a mouse or other pointing device to access all the content and functionalities.
e) Text Resizing and Contrast: We provide the option to resize text and maintain sufficient color contrast to enhance readability for users with visual impairments.
f) Captions and Transcripts: For multimedia content, such as videos or audio files, we provide captions and transcripts to ensure that users with hearing impairments can access the information.
g) Testing and Feedback: We regularly conduct accessibility testing and seek feedback from users with disabilities to identify and address any potential barriers to access.
h) Dedicated Accessibility Team: We have a dedicated team responsible for accessibility initiatives, continuously monitoring and improving the accessibility of our Site.
i) Educating Our Team: We provide training to our web development and content creation teams on accessibility best practices to ensure that they are aware of the importance of creating inclusive content.
j) User Feedback and Support: We welcome user feedback on the accessibility of our Site. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We value your input and strive to address accessibility concerns promptly.
Our commitment to accessibility extends beyond compliance; we view it as an ongoing process of improvement. As technology and accessibility standards evolve, we will continue to enhance our efforts to make our website accessible to all individuals, regardless of their abilities.
If you have any questions or require assistance with accessing our Site, please feel free to reach out to our accessibility team using the contact information provided in the "Contacting Us" section of our Privacy Policy.
4. Email Addresses
We may collect your email address if you voluntarily provide it to us, such as when signing up for an email newsletter or entering a promotion. We use your email address for the purposes for which you provided it and may also send you emails regarding the Site or other products and services we believe may interest you. You can opt-out of such communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" button in the email. Your email address may also be shared with technology providers we use in connection with the purposes for which you provided it.
5. Sale of Business or Assets
In the event that the Site or substantially all of its assets are sold or disposed of as a going concern, whether by merger, sale of assets, acquisition, or any other transaction, your personal information and other data collected through Growth Trends Ltd may be one of the assets transferred or merged as part of that transaction.
If such a situation arises, we will take appropriate measures to ensure the confidentiality and security of your personal information remains protected. Any transfer of personal information will be conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
In the event of a sale or transfer of assets, you will be notified via prominent notice on our website or through other means, such as email, if we have your contact information. You will also be provided with the option to opt-out or delete your personal information from the transferred assets, subject to any legal requirements..
6. Links to Third-Party Web Sites
Growth Trends Ltd may include links to external or third-party websites for the convenience and information of our users. Please be aware that once you click on these external links, you will be directed to websites that are beyond our control. Our privacy policy applies only to our website, and we do not have control over the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Therefore, we cannot be held responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting such sites. We encourage you to exercise caution and review the privacy policies of these external websites before submitting any personal information.
7. Security
At Growth Trends Ltd, we take the security of your personal information seriously. We employ reasonable physical, electronic, and managerial measures to safeguard the information we collect online against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, it is important to acknowledge that no method of transmission or electronic storage is entirely secure, and despite our efforts, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal information.
By using our services, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with transmitting information over the internet. We advise you to use strong and unique passwords for your accounts and refrain from sharing sensitive information in public forums or areas susceptible to unauthorized access.
In the event that we become aware of a data breach that compromises the security of your personal information, we will take prompt action to mitigate the potential impact and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
8. COPPA Compliance
Growth Trends Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy of children online. We do not knowingly collect or maintain personal information from children under the age of 13 years old, in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar international laws.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will promptly delete that information from our records. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under the age of 13 may have provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate actions to address the situation.
We encourage parents and guardians to be actively involved in their children's online activities and to implement parental controls and filtering mechanisms to ensure a safe online environment for their children.
9. Limitation of Liability
Growth Trends Ltd PROVIDES THE INFORMATION, SERVICES, AND PRODUCTS ON THIS WEBSITE "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. YOU AGREE THAT Growth Trends Ltd SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONTENT FOUND ON OUR FORUMS, ANY DOWNLOADING OF MATERIALS FOUND ON OR THROUGH Growth Trends Ltd FORUMS IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND THAT Growth Trends Ltd IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR UNSOLICITED COMMUNICATIONS THAT ARISE FROM YOUR POSTINGS. Growth Trends Ltd SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE IN ANY MANNER FOR THE ACTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY THIRD PARTY AD NETWORK.
10. Financial Relationships
Growth Trends Ltd believes in transparency and disclosure. It is important for our users to understand that we may have financial relationships with some of the merchants/vendors mentioned on this website. This means that we may receive compensation, financial incentives, or other benefits when consumers choose to utilize the links located throughout the content on our site and generate sales for said merchant/vendor.
The compensation received may vary and could include affiliate commissions, referral fees, advertising fees, or other forms of remuneration. These financial relationships do not impact the objectivity or accuracy of the content we provide. We remain committed to offering our users impartial and valuable information about products and services.
Please note that any product or service recommendation made by Growth Trends Ltd is based on our editorial judgment and assessment of its value to our users. We do not endorse any particular merchant/vendor or their products solely for financial gain. Our priority is to deliver high-quality content that serves the best interests of our audience.
11.Data Retention
At Growth Trends Ltd, we retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations. The length of time we retain your data may vary depending on the specific context and the nature of the information.
We will retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with requested services. If you wish to deactivate your account or request the deletion of your personal information from our systems, you may do so by contacting us using the information provided in the "Contacting Us" section. However, please note that we may need to retain certain information for record-keeping purposes, to complete any transactions you initiated before the request, or to comply with our legal obligations.
12. Information Sharing and Disclosure
a) Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers to perform certain functions on our behalf. These service providers may include payment processors, hosting providers, customer support providers, and marketing partners. We ensure that these third-party service providers are bound by appropriate confidentiality and data protection obligations.
b) Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information when required to do so by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities. This may include complying with subpoenas, court orders, or similar legal processes.
c) Protection of Rights: We may disclose your personal information to protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of Growth Trends Ltd, our users, or the public. This includes enforcing our Terms of Service or other agreements and responding to claims or disputes.
d) Business Transfers: If Growth Trends Ltd is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or other business transaction, your personal information may be transferred as part of the business assets. In such cases, we will notify you before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
e) Aggregated and Anonymized Data: We may share aggregated and anonymized data that does not personally identify you with third parties for various purposes, such as market research, statistical analysis, and improving our services.
13. International Data Transfers
As a global company, we may transfer your personal information to locations outside of your country or region. When we transfer personal information to other countries, we ensure that the transfer is in compliance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
By using our services and providing your personal information, you consent to the transfer of your data to other countries, including those with different data protection laws than your own.
14. Your Rights and Choices
a) Access and Correction: You have the right to access, update, and correct your personal information stored in our systems. If you wish to exercise this right, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contacting Us" section.
b) Opt-out: You have the option to opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us. To stop receiving promotional emails, you can click the "unsubscribe" link provided in the email. Please note that even if you opt-out of promotional communications, we may still send you non-promotional emails related to your account or transactions.
c) Data Deletion: If you no longer wish for us to retain your personal information, you can request its deletion by contacting us. However, please note that certain data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.
d) Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our website's cookie banner. By adjusting your browser settings, you can choose to block or delete cookies, or receive a notification when a cookie is sent. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features and functionalities of our Site.
15. Children's Privacy
Growth Trends Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy of children online. Our services are not intended for or directed towards children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years old. If we become aware that we have unintentionally collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete that information from our records.
Parental Consent: If you are a parent or legal guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information to us without your consent, please contact us immediately. We will promptly investigate the matter and take appropriate actions to address the situation.
COPPA Compliance: In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13 years old. We encourage parents and guardians to monitor and supervise their children's online activities and to help enforce our guidelines for children's privacy.
Educational Content: While we may offer educational content or resources that could be beneficial to children, we do not request or require any personal information from children under 13 for accessing such content.
Obtaining Parental Consent: In certain circumstances, where the collection of personal information from children under 13 is necessary for providing specific services, we will seek verifiable parental consent in compliance with COPPA guidelines. We will inform parents or legal guardians about the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect children's privacy.
Parental Rights: Parents or legal guardians have the right to review the personal information we have collected from their child, request its deletion, and refuse any further collection or use of their child's information. If you are a parent or legal guardian and wish to exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contacting Us" section of our Privacy Policy.
Protecting Children's Privacy Online: We encourage parents and legal guardians to educate their children about online privacy and safety practices. Online platforms may present risks to children, and parental involvement is crucial in safeguarding their personal information and online activities.
Third-Party Content: Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or content that is not under our control. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage parents and legal guardians to review the privacy policies of any external sites their children may access.
We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure online environment for all users, including children. If you have any questions or concerns about children's privacy or our practices regarding children's personal information, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contacting Us" section of our Privacy Policy.
16. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
17 Privacy Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy is subject to change and may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our information practices or to comply with legal requirements. The most recent version of the Privacy Policy will always be available on our website, with the "Effective Date" posted at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
If we make any material changes to this Privacy Policy that affect the way we collect, use, or share your personal information, we will provide notice on our website or by other means as required by law. Your continued use of our services after any such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contacting Us" section. Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to addressing any inquiries promptly and in a transparent manner.
18. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be posted on the Site, with the "Effective Date" displayed at the top of the Policy. If we make any material changes to our Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, we will give you a reasonable opportunity to consent to the change. By continuing to use our Site or services after the Effective Date, you are deemed to consent to our then-current privacy policy.
19. Contacting Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices of this Site, please contact us at:
Growth Trends Ltd
2nd Floor College House,
17 King Edwards Road, Ruislip,
London, United Kingdom, HA4 7AE