1. Introduction

At ratingIP, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users and visitors. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide when using our website ratingip.com (hereinafter referred to as "the Site") and the services offered through the Platform (hereinafter referred to as "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the privacy practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Services. The information we collect includes:

2.1. Information You Provide Directly

Registration Information: When you create an account on ratingIP, we ask for personal information such as your name, email address, company name, and other contact details.

Payment Information: If you purchase our Services, we collect information necessary to process the payment, such as credit card details or bank account information.

2.2. Information We Collect Automatically

Usage Data: We collect information about your interaction with our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and other data related to your browsing activity.

Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Site, store your preferences, and collect information about Site usage.

2.3. Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from external sources, such as business partners, advertising networks, analytics providers, and payment service providers.

3. How We Use the Information

We use the information collected for various purposes, including:

3.1. Providing and Improving Our Services

Service Personalization: We use the information to personalize your experience on the Site and tailor the Services to your needs.

Communication: To send you notifications, updates, security alerts, and promotional messages related to our Services.

Payment Processing: To process your transactions and provide invoices and payment details.

3.2. Security and Fraud Prevention

Malicious Activity Detection: We use the information to identify and block suspicious IP addresses, proxies, and VPNs, and to prevent fraud and unauthorized activities.

Security Monitoring: To maintain the security of our Site and prevent, detect, and mitigate cybersecurity threats.

3.3. Legal Compliance

Law Compliance: We may use your information to comply with laws, regulations, and legal requests, as well as to protect our rights and the rights of others.

4. How We Share the Information

ratingIP does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as described below:

4.1. Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who help us operate and improve our Site and Services, such as hosting providers, payment processors, analytics and advertising services, and customer support providers.

4.2. Legal Compliance and Protection

We may disclose personal information when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with the law, protect our rights, security, or the security of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

4.3. Mergers and Acquisitions

If ratingIP is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or transfer of all or part of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your personal information is subject to a new privacy policy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including the provision of the Services and compliance with our legal obligations. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Information Security

ratingIP implements technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, and loss. Although we strive to protect your personal information, no security system is infallible, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. User Rights

Depending on your place of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

7.1. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we have about you and to correct any inaccuracies. You can update your account information at any time through the Site.

7.2. Deletion

You may request the deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances. We will delete your personal information except where it is necessary to retain it to comply with our legal obligations or to protect our rights.

7.3. Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

7.4. Objection and Restriction

You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information or to request the restriction of processing under certain circumstances.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your interaction with our Site. This helps us improve your user experience, analyze traffic and trends, and personalize the content we show you.

8.1. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the Site and to enable you to use our features.

Performance Cookies: Used to collect information about how users interact with the Site, which allows us to improve functionality.

8.2. Cookie Management

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.

9. International Data Transfers

ratingIP operates globally, and your personal information may be transferred and stored in countries other than your place of residence, which may have different data protection laws. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that your information is properly protected.

10. GDPR Compliance

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), the processing of your personal information is based on the following:

• Consent: In some cases, we ask for your consent to process your personal information.
• Legitimate Interests: We process your personal information when necessary for our legitimate interests, such as improving our Services, network security, and marketing communications.
• Legal Compliance: We process your personal information to comply with our legal obligations.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information from our records.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, applicable law, or other operational reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes through our Site or by other means, and we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

13. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you can contact us at:

ratingIP
support@ratingip.com

14. Additional Rights Under Local Law

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights related to your personal information, such as the right to file a complaint with a competent data protection authority.