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Privacy Policy: How MachineWorld.biz Protects Your Information

MachineWorld.biz is a global B2B machinery platform that connects buyers and suppliers of forming, pressing and fabrication equipment. Your trust matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and the rights you have. It applies to our website, our mobile experience and any related services that link to this policy.

By registering, logging in or otherwise using MachineWorld.biz, you acknowledge that you have read this policy. If you do not agree with it, please do not use the platform.

Who We Are

The data controller responsible for your personal data is [insert legal company name], located at [insert address]. You can reach us through the Contact page on MachineWorld.biz or at export@MachineWorld.biz . In this policy, "we", "us" and "our" refer to MachineWorld.biz and its operator.

Information We Collect

We collect only the information we need to operate the platform and serve our users. This includes the following categories.

Account and registration data. When you register, we ask for your company name, email address, phone number and a password. Passwords are stored in protected form.

Company and product information. Suppliers may provide company details, product descriptions, technical specifications, images and contact information for display on company and product pages.

RFQ and communication data. When you submit a Request for Quotation, contact a supplier or write to us, we collect the content of your message, the technical requirements you describe and any files or details you choose to share.

Technical and usage data. Like most websites, we automatically receive information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, language, pages viewed, referring pages, date and time of access and error logs.

Cookies and similar technologies. We use cookies to keep you logged in, protect forms and understand how the platform is used. You can learn more in our Cookie Policy.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive categories of personal data, such as health information or political opinions. Please do not include such information in your messages or listings.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing the platform: creating and managing accounts, publishing company and product pages, and enabling search and browsing
• Connecting buyers and suppliers: delivering RFQs, enquiries and messages to the relevant parties
• Communication: responding to questions, sending service notices, confirmations and security alerts
• Security and fraud prevention: verifying registrations, detecting spam and automated abuse, and protecting accounts and systems
• Improvement and analytics: understanding usage patterns so we can improve navigation, search results, content and performance
• Marketing, where permitted: informing you about new features or relevant opportunities, with an easy way to opt out
• Legal compliance: meeting our obligations under applicable laws and responding to lawful requests from authorities

Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK). Depending on the situation, we rely on one or more of the following bases: performance of a contract with you, such as providing your account; our legitimate interests in running, securing and improving the platform; compliance with legal obligations; and your consent, for example for certain marketing communications or non-essential cookies. Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only in the following limited circumstances.

With other users. The platform exists to connect buyers and suppliers, so information you choose to publish, such as company profiles, product listings and contact details, is visible to others. When you send an RFQ or enquiry, the relevant supplier receives the content and your contact details so they can respond.

With service providers. We use trusted providers for hosting, website maintenance, email delivery, security and analytics. They may access personal data only to perform services for us and are required to protect it.

For legal reasons. We may disclose information when required by law, court order or a valid request from public authorities, or when necessary to protect the rights, safety and property of our users, the public or ourselves.

In business changes. If MachineWorld.biz is involved in a merger, acquisition or transfer of assets, personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to this policy or an equivalent level of protection.

Information You Make Public

Please remember that company profiles, product listings and any content you post publicly can be viewed, copied and used by others, including search engines. We recommend publishing only business information that you are comfortable sharing openly.

International Data Transfers

Because MachineWorld.biz serves a global audience, your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including countries whose data protection rules may differ. Where required, we take appropriate safeguards, such as contractual protections, to ensure that your data remains protected in line with this policy and applicable law.

How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Account information is generally kept while your account is active. After you close your account or request deletion, we delete or anonymize your data within a reasonable period, except where we must retain certain information to meet legal, accounting or security obligations or to resolve disputes.

How We Protect Your Information

We apply technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse and alteration. These include access controls, secure storage of passwords, verification mechanisms against automated abuse and regular review of our systems. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. You can help by choosing a strong, unique password and keeping your login details confidential.

Automated Decisions and Profiling

We do not make decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on you based solely on automated processing. We may use automated tools to detect spam, block suspicious registrations and rank or filter search results, but these measures are designed to protect the platform and improve relevance, not to evaluate you personally. If you believe an automated measure has affected you unfairly, you may contact us and ask for a human review.

Your Responsibilities as a User

You are responsible for the accuracy of the information you provide and for the content you publish. Please share personal data of other people, such as colleagues or customers, only when you have the right to do so, and keep your account credentials secure. If you suspect unauthorized access to your account, please notify us immediately so that we can help protect your information.

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• To learn whether we process your data and to request information about it
• To access a copy of your data
• To correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• To request deletion of your data, where applicable
• To restrict or object to certain processing, including direct marketing
• To receive your data in a portable format
• To withdraw consent at any time, without affecting earlier processing
• To lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority, such as the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK) or your local EU authority

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details above. We may need to verify your identity before responding, and we will reply within the time required by law.

Marketing Communications

If you receive promotional emails from us, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the message or by contacting us. Even if you opt out of marketing, we will still send essential service messages, such as account and security notices.

Children's Privacy

MachineWorld.biz is a business platform intended for professionals and companies. It is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us and we will delete it.

Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites, including supplier websites and social media pages such as Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their policies before sharing information with them.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, notify you on the website or by email. Your continued use of the platform after an update means you accept the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us through the Contact page on MachineWorld.biz or at  export@MachineWorld.biz  . We are happy to help.

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