CardLynk Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 19, 2024

At CardLynk, part of Edify Management LLC, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you use our website (www.cardlynk.com) and related web-based services (the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Services, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide
When you register, create a digital business card, or interact with the Services, you may provide:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name and job title
  • Profile photo
  • Other business contact details

 

b. Automatically Collected Information
When you use the Services, we may automatically collect:

  • Device information (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (e.g., pages viewed, links clicked, and time spent on the site)
  • Location data (if enabled on your device)

 

c. Information from Third Parties
We may collect information about you from third-party services if you link them to your account, such as social media platforms or integrations.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the Services
  • Personalize your experience
  • Facilitate communication and sharing of digital business cards
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Send updates, notifications, and marketing communications (you may opt-out at any time)
  • Ensure compliance with legal obligations

 

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

a. Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate the Services, such as hosting, payment processing, and customer support providers.

b. Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the relevant parties.

c. Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms of Service, or protect the rights, property, or safety of CardLynk, our users, or others.

d. With Your Consent
We may share your information for other purposes if you provide explicit consent.

 

4. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and personal information.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us.
 

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@cardlynk.com.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary to provide the Services or comply with legal obligations. Upon account closure, we may retain certain data for legal or operational purposes.

 

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption, firewalls, and secure servers. However, no system can be 100% secure, and we encourage you to protect your account credentials.

 

7. International Users

If you are accessing the Services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using the Services, you consent to such transfer and processing.

 

8. Children’s Privacy

CardLynk is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.

 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date revised. Your continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: privacy@cardlynk.com