Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12/01/2025
TrustedRater.org (“Trusted Rater,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it secure.
🔹 Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide a fair and trustworthy review experience:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and login credentials when you create an account.
- Review Content: Any text, ratings, or media you submit as part of a review.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies for site functionality and analytics.
- Optional Data: If you choose to provide demographic details or preferences, they are used solely to improve your experience.
🔹 How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Publish and manage reviews in line with our transparency standards.
- Prevent fraud, spam, and misuse of the platform.
- Improve site functionality, user experience, and trust signals.
- Communicate with you about updates, features, or policy changes.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
🔹 Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. Information may be shared only in these limited cases:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate the site (e.g., hosting, analytics).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order.
- Platform Integrity: To investigate and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity.
🔹 Cookies and Tracking
TrustedRater.org uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you signed in.
- Remember your preferences.
- Analyze site traffic and performance. You can manage cookie settings through your browser.
🔹 Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services.
- Comply with legal obligations.
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
🔹 Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under privacy laws such as GDPR or CCPA, including:
- Accessing the data we hold about you.
- Requesting corrections or deletion.
- Opting out of certain data uses.
- Exercising portability rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at: pr*****@**********er.org
🔹 Security
We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, and regular audits. While no system is 100% secure, we are committed to minimizing risks and responding promptly to any issues.
🔹 Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
🔹 Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. Significant updates will be communicated directly to registered users.
🔹 Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 admin@trustedrater.org
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