Privacy Policy

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Introduction

At Fundamental Research Corp., we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, the circumstances under which we may share it, and the measures we take to ensure its protection. This policy applies to all services and products offered by Fundamental Research Corp., including our website, newsletters, subscriptions, and any digital properties where this policy is linked or explicitly referenced.

Information We Collect

We collect information from you when you engage with our services, such as when you:

Subscribe to our services or newsletters
Register on our site
Place an order
Respond to a survey or fill out a form
Participate in contests or promotions

The information collected may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other relevant details. We also collect data related to your online activities and preferences, such as the types of ads, stocks, and interests that appeal to you.

Use of Information

Personalize your experience on our site
Improve our website and services
Enhance customer service
Conduct contests, promotions, and surveys
Develop content and recommendations based on your interests
Send periodic emails and marketing campaigns

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with third parties under the following circumstances:

With service providers and partners who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential
For advertising and marketing purposes, including sharing with advertisers, advertising technology providers, and data analytics providers to deliver personalized ads and content
When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

Online Advertising and Data Use

We engage in online advertising to deliver ads and content that are more relevant to your interests. We may collect data about your online activities and use this information to offer targeted advertising, content recommendations, and to improve the overall user experience. This data helps us to better understand our audience and to provide services that meet your needs.

Subscription Services

By subscribing to our services, you agree to receive communications from us, including newsletters, promotional offers, and updates. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails.

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding the personal information we hold about you. These may include the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your information. You may also have the right to object to certain processing activities or to withdraw consent for future processing.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect from loss, theft, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no internet-based service is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and encourage you to review our policy periodically.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and preferences. These technologies help us:

Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how you use our services
Deliver personalized content and advertising
Analyze site performance and user engagement

Cookie Categories:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage and improve our services
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness
Third-Party Cookies: Set by our advertising and analytics partners (including Google Analytics, advertising networks, and social media platforms)

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that blocking certain cookies may impact site functionality. For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Remarketing and Targeted Advertising

We engage in remarketing and targeted advertising to deliver personalized content and advertisements based on your interests and online activities. This may include:

Displaying ads on third-party websites and platforms
Showing content based on your browsing history and interactions with our services
Using demographic and interest data to deliver relevant advertisements
Retargeting visitors who have previously visited our website

Third-Party Advertising Partners: We work with various advertising technology providers, including but not limited to Google Ads, Facebook/Meta, and other advertising networks. These partners may collect information about your online activities across different websites and services.

Opt-Out Options: You can opt out of personalized advertising by:

Visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page at optout.aboutads.info
Using the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out tool at optout.networkadvertising.org
Adjusting your Google Ads settings at adssettings.google.com
Enabling Global Privacy Control (GPC) in your browser settings

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specific retention periods include:

Account Information: Retained for the duration of your active subscription plus 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
Marketing Communications: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Website Analytics Data: Typically retained for 26 months
Customer Service Records: Retained for 3 years after the last interaction
Legal and Compliance Records: Retained as required by applicable laws and regulations

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising
Right to Correct: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information
Right to Limit: You can limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights

Categories of Personal Information We Collect: Identifiers (name, email, IP address), commercial information (purchase history), internet activity (browsing behavior), geolocation data, and inferences about your preferences and interests.

Sensitive Personal Information: We do not collect or process sensitive personal information as defined by the CPRA (e.g., Social Security numbers, precise geolocation, financial account credentials, health information, or biometric data) unless explicitly required for service provision.

Sale and Sharing of Information: We may share your information with advertising partners for targeted advertising purposes, which may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" under California law. You have the right to opt out of such sharing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@researchfrc.com or use the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link if available on our website. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 45 days.

European Union (GDPR) Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
Right to Lodge a Complaint: You can file a complaint with your local data protection authority

Legal Basis for Processing: We process your personal data based on:

Consent: When you have provided explicit consent for specific processing activities
Contract Performance: When necessary to provide our services to you
Legitimate Interests: For business operations, fraud prevention, and improving our services
Legal Obligation: When required to comply with applicable laws

International Data Transfers: If we transfer your data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

To exercise your GDPR rights, please contact us at info@researchfrc.com. We will respond to your request within one month.

Other U.S. State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain U.S. states have additional privacy rights under their state laws, including Virginia (VCDPA), Colorado (CPA), Connecticut (CTDPA), Utah (UCPA), and other states with comprehensive privacy laws. These rights may include:

Right to confirm whether we process your personal data
Right to access your personal data
Right to correct inaccuracies in your personal data
Right to delete your personal data
Right to obtain a copy of your personal data
Right to opt out of targeted advertising, sale of personal data, and certain profiling

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@researchfrc.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable state law timelines.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at info@researchfrc.com, and we will delete such information from our systems.

Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and any applicable regulatory authorities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will provide information about the nature of the breach, the data affected, and steps you can take to protect yourself.

Global Privacy Control (GPC)

We recognize and honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals. If you enable GPC in your browser, we will treat this as a valid request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising purposes, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at info@researchfrc.com