Carfolks Privacy Policy
Carfolks.com has adopted a set of
guidelines which serve as the basis for our customer and advertiser relationships.
These guidelines have been developed with the recognition that Internet technologies
are rapidly evolving, and that underlying business models are subject to change
from time to time. Accordingly, guidelines are subject to change. Any such changes
will be posted on this page. Like any good neighbor we work hard to maintain your
privacy and feel you should be the one to decide what information you share on our
site.
Carfolks is not responsible for
the content or the privacy policies of Websites to which it may link.
What
information does Carfolks gather/track about you?
Cookies: Carfolks.com uses cookies to store
visitors' preferences and to record session information, for purposes including
ensuring that visitors are not repeatedly offered the same advertisements and to
customize newsletter, advertising, and Web page content based on browser type and
user profile information. We do not link the information we store in cookies to
any personally identifiable information you submit while on our site.
You may be able to configure your
browser to accept or reject all or some cookies, or notify you when a cookie is
set. Browsers work in various ways so it's best to check the Help menu of your
browser to learn how to set and change cookie preferences -- however, you must enable
cookies from Carfolks.com in order to use most functions on the site Also remember
that Carfolks allows 3rd party advertisers that are presenting advertisements on
some of our pages to set and access their cookies on your computer. Advertisers'
use of cookies is subject to their own privacy policies, not the policy of the Carfolks
site.
IP
Addresses: Carfolks also
logs IP addresses, or the location of your computer on the Internet, for systems
administration and troubleshooting purposes. We do not use IP address logs to track
your session or your behavior on our site.
What
does Carfolks do with the information it gathers/tracks?
Statistical Analysis and Banner
Advertising: Carfolks may perform statistical analyses of user behavior in order
to measure interest in the various areas of our site (for product development purposes)
and to inform advertisers as to how many visitors have seen or "clicked"
their advertising banners. Carfolks also uses demographic information to allow advertising
banners on our Web site to be targeted, in aggregate, to the readers for whom they
are most pertinent. This means that readers see advertising that is most likely
to interest them, and advertisers send their messages to people who are most likely
to be receptive, improving both the viewer's experience and the effectiveness
of the ads. In this statistical analyses and banner advertisement targeting, we
will disclose information to third parties only in aggregate form. Personal information
about you as an individual visitor will not be provided to any third party.
E-mail: Carfolks at its discretion may periodically
send promotional e-mail to its subscribers about services offered by Carfolks and
its advertisers. You have the option to unsubscribe to these mailings at any time.
Email
Choice/Opt-out
Members of our neighborhood who no longer wish to receive selected notices and updates
can opt out if and when that functionality is offered. We are sensitive to "over
communication" and will limit it to the best of our ability.
Data
Security: To prevent
unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the appropriate use of information,
we have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures
to protect the information we collect online.
With
whom does Carfolks share the information it gathers/tracks?
Carfolks shares the information it gathers, in aggregate form, with advertisers
and other partners. We do not release personal information about you as an individual
to third parties; unless you authorize or opt-in for specific programs and site
functionality.
Please contact us if you have any
questions regarding this policy. You may contact us using our online form or write
to us at Carfolks | 151 Innovation Drive, Suite 320 | Elyria, OH 44035