1. Introduction

Welcome to our Privacy Policy. This summary aims to give you a quick overview of what we do, how you can manage your data, and what happens if you choose to stay in our database.

We collect professional contact information and similar details about individuals while they are in their work capacity. This information helps us create professional and business profiles, which we share with our clients. Our clients use this data for business-to-business sales, marketing, and recruiting purposes.

If you wish to opt out of our database, visit our Privacy Center. There, you can also access or update your professional profile. For assistance via email or phone, see the “Contact Us” section at the end of this policy.

By staying in our database, you may receive communications from our clients about their business activities. These communications are intended to be relevant to your professional role, but we cannot guarantee their relevance or interest to you.

1. How We Collect Information

We gather information from various sources, including websites, user and customer submissions, licensed data from other companies, and in-house research. Click on the sections below to learn more about our data collection methods and the types of information we collect:

• A. Sources of Business Information
• B. Elite Network Lite and Contact Contributor
• C. Handling Customer Information
• D. Additional Information Collection Methods

III. How We Use Information

Here’s how we may use the information we collect:

• To maintain and improve our Site
• To verify, cleanse, and update information
• To provide and deliver our services, process transactions, and send related communications
• To send technical notices, updates, and support messages
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• To create and manage Elite Network accounts
• To communicate about products, services, and events
• To monitor and analyze Site usage and trends
• To detect and prevent fraud and other illegal activities
• To protect the rights and property of Elite Network and others
• To personalize and improve the Site and Services
• To notify of important changes to the Site or Privacy Policy
• To facilitate promotions and process entries
• To consider employment opportunities at Elite Network
• To respond to access, correction, or deletion requests
• To create aggregated or anonymized data for service improvement
• To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes

1. How We Share Information

We may share information with:

• Customers
• Partners and Third Parties
• Public Directory
• Affiliates
• Service Providers
• Integration Partners
• Legal Authorities
• Potential Buyers
• Other Disclosures

1. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. These technologies allow us to track Site usage and enable functionalities. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that rejecting cookies may affect your ability to use our Site effectively.

Learn more about our use of cookies and similar technologies:

• A. Third-Party Cookies
• B. Google Analytics
• C. Web Beacons
• D. Advertising Choices

1. Your Choices

You have options regarding how we use your information. Use our Privacy Center to:

• A. Change or Delete Professional Information
• B. Change or Delete Company Information
• C. Opt Out of Certain Uses of Information

VII. How We Keep Information Secure

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. While we strive for strong security, no method is completely foolproof. For details on our security practices, visit the Elite Network Security Overview page.

VIII. Data Retention

We retain personal information for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. After the retention period, we will delete or anonymize the information. If deletion is not possible, we will implement measures to prevent further use.

1. Links to Other Sites

Our Site may contain links to other sites not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies when you leave our Site.

1. Social Media Widgets

Our Site features social media widgets that may collect information such as IP address and page visited. Interactions with these features are governed by the privacy policies of the providers.

XII. California Privacy Rights

California residents can request information about how their personal data is shared with third parties for direct marketing purposes. To make a request, contact us using the details in the “Contact Us” section.

XIII. Do Not Track Signals

Our practices remain the same regardless of ‘Do Not Track’ signals from browsers or devices.

XIV. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from those under 16. If we learn we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it. Contact us at privacy@elite-network.us if you believe we have collected information from someone under 16.

XV. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or notices on our homepage. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

For any questions or concerns, please refer to the “Contact Us” section at the end of this policy.