Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to Pearch, a private and secure search engine. At Pearch, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our search engine and associated services.
By using Pearch, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please read this document carefully to understand how we handle your data.
Information We Collect
User Account Information: When you sign up for Pearch, you will be required to provide your email address, which will serve as your username. You may also choose to provide a display name and a profile picture, your year of birth and postcode.
Search Queries: We collect and store your search queries and related information, including your IP address and browser details, to improve our services and for security purposes.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies may collect information about your browsing habits and preferences.
How We Use Your Information
User Account Information:Your email address is used to create and manage your Pearch account. We may also use it to send you account-related notifications and updates. We may also use it to send you emails from our partners with specific Pearch promotions. We will never sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
Search Queries:We use your search queries to provide you with relevant search results and to improve the quality of our search engine. We may also analyse aggregated data for research and development purposes.
Cookies and Similar Technologies:These technologies help us enhance your experience on Pearch by remembering your preferences, settings, and login status. We do not use them to track your online activities beyond our platform.
Data Security
We take the security of your data seriously and employ industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or alteration. While we take all reasonable precautions, it’s important to remember that no online service is completely secure.
Third-Party Services
Pearch may use third-party services, such as analytics and advertising partners. These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information.
Your Choices and Rights
Access and Modification:You can access and modify your account information by logging into your Pearch account settings.
Data and Deletion:You have the right to request the deletion of your account and associated data. To do so, please contact us at hello@pearch.world and request for deletion.
Communication Preferences:You can choose to opt out of certain communications from us by adjusting your account settings or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
Children’s Privacy
Pearch is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with their information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such data.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes via email or through our website. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at hello@pearch.world
Conclusion
Thank you for using Pearch. We are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and providing a secure and enjoyable search experience. Your trust is essential to us, and we will continue to work diligently to protect your data and provide transparency in our data-handling practices.
