Effective June 29, 2011
Generally Discount.co.uk does not collect, store, use or disclose personally identifying information except in very specific instances, such as when you provide your email address as part of the sign-up process for our Newsletter or when you sign up for our personalization services (My Account). Whenever we collect such information, you will have a choice regarding whether to provide it, how it will be used, and to whom it will be disclosed. The instances in which Discount.co.uk does collect and use information are specifically described below in this Privacy Policy.
Discount.co.uk provides savvy shoppers with the latest available online vouchers at a single destination site. These services are provided by Discount.co.uk which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shopping.net Ltd. ("Shopping.net"). Shopping.net values its users and their concerns about privacy. To this end, Shopping.net engages in consistent information practices and uses its best efforts to make clear disclosures regarding those practices. This Privacy Policy is a part of that effort.
What does this Privacy Policy cover?
This Privacy Policy applies to collection, use, storage and disclosure of information by Shopping.net. If there are any exceptions, we will clearly disclose them prior to collecting any information, and will give you an opportunity to choose not to participate or provide the information.
Please be aware that, as part of the services, Shopping.net may provide links to Web sites operated by third parties, and also provides search services to third parties for display on their own Web sites or applications. Shopping.net is not responsible for the information collection or privacy practices or the content of those third party Web sites or applications. Also, please be aware that banner ads on Shopping.net are provided by a third party, which may collect cookies as part of the process of serving those ads. These cookies are typically used for the purpose of tracking performance of the banner ads. Shopping.net does not determine which information will be collected by that third party. Please see the paragraph below regarding Third Party Banner Ads.
What information does Shopping.net collect and how is it used? Does Shopping.net disclose information to third parties?
Shopping.net may collect any or all of the following three types of information: (a) traffic or clickstream data, (b) non-personally identifiable information, or (c) contact information and other personally identifying information. Shopping.net's collection and use of each type of data is described below, as well as the ways (if any) in which the data may be shared with third parties.
(a) Traffic or Clickstream Data. Data about traffic and usage is not personally identifying or identifiable, and is not supplemented or combined with personally identifying or identifiable information. Shopping.net may share information it collects with certain selected third parties, but only in aggregated, anonymous form. For example, we may tell an advertiser that a certain number of people visited a certain area on our Web site, registered for vouchers, or searched our site for a type of voucher. Shopping.net collects some information regarding use of the services by observing browser functions and the files (pages) users access. For example, our servers collect information about the site to which you may depart to enable Shopping.net to calculate and receive payments from its partners. In addition, Shopping.net uses the information (in aggregate form) to better design the services. Notwithstanding the foregoing, such third parties and Shopping.net entities may combine such Clickstream Data with any PII that you choose to give to such third parties or Shopping.net Entities when registering with their websites.
(b) Non-Personally Identifiable Information As part of our on-going efforts to ensure the best possible experience for all users of the Site, we may use log files, web beacons and cookies to collect Non-PII from the Site, browsers, advertisers and third-party sites. "Log files" track actions occurring on the Site and collect data including: your IP address, browser type, Internet service provider, referring/exit pages, platform type, date/time stamp, click data and types of advertisements viewed. "Web beacons" are electronic files used to track your navigation of a website or collection of sites, the completion of transactions, submittal of applications and browsing behavior. "Cookies" are files (e.g. flash browser objects) that are stored on your Internet enabled device (which includes your computer, BlackBerry or other PDA). Cookies are used to improve the experience web users have when they see web advertisements and ensure that when a web user clicks on an advertisement, they are sent to the correct click-through destination. We may use Cookies for purposes which may include, without limitation, to estimate the total reach of any of our advertisers, how frequently you return to the Site, as well as to streamline experiences of users of our Site. Cookies are also an anonymous way to survey how we are doing and to look for ways to improve our services. All information collected by Cookies, Web beacons and Log files are Non-PII.
There are two classes of Cookies based on how long they remain on your system: (i) "Session Cookies" may be used only during your visit to the Site and are erased once you close your browser, and (ii) "Persistent Cookies" (if applicable) remain on your browser for one (1) year from your last visit to the Site and enable us to remember you on subsequent visits to the Site and provide more relevant content to you on such Site.
There are many misconceptions about Cookies, some of which we will try to address in this policy. Cookies cannot erase your hard drive or otherwise damage your computer and do not tell us an e-mail address or any other PII. We do not and cannot use Cookies or web beacons to retrieve PII from your computer.
A useful resource on understanding Cookies may be found at http://www.allaboutcookies.org .
(c) Advertising and Third Party Advertising. We have relationships with our affiliated companies and with third-party advertising companies to drive traffic to and to serve ads on our Site. We share Clickstream Data and Non-PII with such advertising companies. Such companies may also collect non-personally identifiable information through the use of Cookies and other technology and any personally identifiable information you may choose to give in registering and transacting with any website linked to such ads. The Non-PII collected by such parties on our Site and other websites may be used in order to provide advertisements about goods and services likely to be of greater interest to you. These companies typically use a cookie or third party web beacon to collect this information. To learn more about this behavioral advertising practice or to opt-out of this type of advertising, please click on the following link: NAI Website. Although we choose our business partners and clients carefully, we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties. You should check the applicable privacy policies of these third-party advertisers to determine how they handle any information they collect from you.
(d) Contact Information or Personally Identifying Information. Shopping.net can obtain access to your name, e-mail address and other contact information only (1) when you become a Newsletter subscriber, advertiser/merchant with Shopping.net, provide comments, submit a problem, or request information from Shopping.net and provide your name or return contact information, (2) when you register for the advanced features of vouchers (more on this below), or (3) in connection with special offers or contests.
Contact information provided in connection with problems, comments or requests is used only to respond to those problems, comments or requests. This information is not stored or used in connection with traffic or clickstream data and is provided to a third party only as necessary to respond to the comment, problem or request.
Finally, you may choose to provide contact information, other personally identifying information, and demographic information in order to participate in optional surveys or contests, which are run for promotional purposes. Shopping.net uses such information to send you information about its products and to notify you if you win the contest. Finally, from time to time, but only with your permission, Shopping.net may provide certain of its users' registration information to selected third parties who wish to participate in special promotions offered in conjunction with Shopping.net. You may opt-out of receiving such communications or having your personal information shared with third parties at any time by sending a request that includes your full name, email address, and postal address to: Shopping.net, Attn: Privacy Officer, ValueClick Europe Limited, Oxford House, 182 Upper Richmond House, Putney, London, SW152SH.
Do I have choices?
Yes. You may opt-out of having your PII shared with third parties at any time by sending request that includes your full name, email address, and postal address with a request for opt-out with regard to your PII to: Shopping.net Limited, ValueClick Europe Limited, Oxford House, 182 Upper Richmond House, Putney, London, SW152SH or you can email us including your full name, email address with a request for opt-out with regard to your PII to privacy@discount.co.uk .
We also offer "opt-out Cookies" to block the placement of future persistent Cookies on your system for one thousand (1,000) days from the time you opted out. If you have multiple internet browsers or users on the same computer, you will need to perform the opt-out operation for each browser and/or user. If you or your privacy software deletes the opt-out Cookies from your computer, you will need to repeat the process. Alternatively, most internet browsers and browser add-ons allow you to adjust their settings to allow you to automatically refuse Cookies either generally or from specific sites. To adjust these settings, we suggest that you contact the supplier of you browser and browser add-ons for more information.
Opt-Out Cookie (click on link below)
Please note that the above link for opt-out Cookies is only applicable to Shopping.net owned websites using Persistent Cookies and not any other company website. Also, please note that use of the opt-out Cookies or implementation of browser settings and add-ons that refuse all cookies will affect our ability to provide you content and advertisements that will more effectively match your interests and may prevent us from controlling the frequency with which you may view any particular advertisement. "Session Cookies" are used only during your visit to the Site and are erased once you close your browser.
Is data stored by Shopping.net secure?
To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the appropriate use of information, Shopping.net has put in place physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information it collects online. However, data security is a constantly evolving art and science. You should consider any communication that you transmit to Shopping.net (such as data, questions or answers, comments, or suggestions) as non-confidential, and agree that Shopping.net will not be liable or responsible if information that belongs to you is intercepted and used by an unintended recipient.
PROCESSING AND STORING YOUR DATA
FOR EUROPEAN UNION CITIZENS
The European Union ("EU") maintains strict privacy laws. These rules differ significantly from the laws of the United States of America (“US”). To reconcile these differences, the US and the EU have created a safe harbor (“Safe Harbor”) that defines mutually acceptable privacy operations. For more information see http://www.export.gov/safeharbor/.
Certain Shopping.net subsidiaries or affiliates in the US collect, use, retain or are transferred personal data from European Union member countries. Such US subsidiaries or affiliates have certified that they adhere to the Safe Harbor Privacy Principles. Please check such applicable US subsidiaries or affiliates’ website privacy policies for information on such companies’ Safe Harbor certifications.
Does Shopping.net collect personally identifying information from or about children?
Shopping.net uses reasonable efforts not to collect, use or disclose individually identifiable information from children under the age of 13. The services are not targeted at children, and children may not register for any portions of the services that require registration.
How can I learn about changes to this privacy policy?
Shopping.net may find it necessary or be legally obligated to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post those changes on this page and update the effective date so that you are always aware of the information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances we disclose it. Except as otherwise required by law, modifications to this Privacy Policy will not affect the privacy of data collected by Shopping.net prior to the effective date of the policy change unless we provide you direct notice and the opportunity to opt-out of such proposed change.
How can I access or correct any personally identifying information about me?
To request a copy of the personally identifiable information you have sent to Shopping.net, please send an email to: privacy@discount.co.uk. You must provide your full name and the e-mail from which the request is received (and to which the response will be sent) must match the e-mail on file with Shopping.net. You may then correct or delete such information using the procedures specified in the e-mail.
How do I find out more about Shopping.net's information practices?
If you have any questions about anything in this Privacy Policy, or about collection of personally identifiable information, or information generally, please contact Shopping.net as follows:
Business and Legal Affairs, Shopping.net Limited, ValueClick Europe Limited, Oxford House, 182 Upper Richmond House, Putney, London, SW152SH.
Contact Us: privacy@discount.co.uk
