Privacy policy.
Privacy Policy for The Bike Library
Welcome to https://thebikelibrary.com (the “Site”) and https://blog.thebikelibrary.com (the “Blog”). We understand that privacy online is important to users of our Site, especially when conducting business. This statement governs our privacy policies with respect to those users of the Site (“Visitors”) who visit without transacting business and Visitors who register to transact business on the Site and make use of the various services offered by The Bike Library (collectively, “Services”) (“Authorized Customers”).
Personally Identifiable Information
“Personally Identifiable Information” refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify, contact, or locate the person to whom such information pertains, including, but not limited to, name, address, phone number, email address, financial profiles, and payment information. It does not include information that is collected anonymously (i.e., without identification of the individual user) or demographic information not connected to an identified individual.
What Personally Identifiable Information is collected?
We may collect basic user profile information from all of our Visitors. We collect the following additional information from our Authorized Customers: name, email address, phone number, address, and social media profile information.
What organizations are collecting the information?
In addition to our direct collection of information, our third-party service vendors (such as payment processors) may collect information from our Visitors and Authorized Customers. We do not control how these third parties use such information but ask them to disclose how they use personal information provided to them by Visitors and Authorized Customers. Some of these third parties may be intermediaries that act solely as links in the distribution chain and do not store, retain, or use the information.
How does The Bike Library use Personally Identifiable Information?
We use Personally Identifiable Information to customize the Site, provide appropriate service offerings, and fulfill buying and selling requests on the Site. We may email Visitors and Authorized Customers about research or purchase and selling opportunities or information related to the subject matter of the Site. We may also use Personally Identifiable Information to contact Visitors and Authorized Customers in response to specific inquiries or to provide requested information.
With whom may the information be shared?
Personally Identifiable Information about Authorized Customers may be shared with other Authorized Customers who wish to evaluate potential transactions. We may share aggregated information about our Visitors, including demographics, with our affiliated agencies and third-party vendors. We also offer the opportunity to “opt out” of receiving information or being contacted by us or by any agency acting on our behalf.
How is Personally Identifiable Information stored?
Personally Identifiable Information collected by The Bike Library is securely stored and is not accessible to third parties or employees except for use as indicated above.
What choices are available to Visitors regarding collection, use, and distribution of the information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may opt out of receiving unsolicited information from or being contacted by us and/or our vendors by responding to emails as instructed, or by contacting us at info@thebikelibrary.com.
Cookies
A cookie is a string of information that a website stores on a visitor’s computer, and that the visitor’s browser provides to the website each time the visitor returns. We use cookies to enhance user experience, track visitor usage, and personalize content.
Are Cookies Used on the Site?
Yes, cookies are used for a variety of reasons, including tracking user preferences and securing login information. Visitors who do not wish to have cookies placed on their computers should set their browsers to refuse cookies before using the Site, understanding that some features of the Site may not function properly without the aid of cookies.
Cookies used by our service providers
Our service providers may use cookies, and those cookies may be stored on your computer when you visit our Site. You can find more details about which cookies are used in our cookies info page.
How does The Bike Library use login information?
The Bike Library uses login information, including IP addresses, ISPs, browser types, and page visits, to analyze trends, administer the Site, track a user’s movement and use, and gather broad demographic information.
What partners or service providers have access to Personally Identifiable Information?
The Bike Library has partnerships and affiliations with various vendors. Such vendors may have access to certain Personally Identifiable Information on a need-to-know basis for evaluating service eligibility. However, our privacy policy does not cover their collection or use of this information.
How does the Site keep Personally Identifiable Information secure?
All employees are familiar with our security policy and practices. Sensitive information, such as payment details, is protected by encryption protocols. While we strive to maintain a secure site, electronic communications are subject to errors and tampering. We cannot guarantee that such events will not occur but take commercially reasonable measures to prevent them.
How can Visitors correct any inaccuracies in Personally Identifiable Information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may contact us at info@thebikelibrary.com to update or correct any inaccuracies in their information.
Can a Visitor delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information?
We provide Visitors and Authorized Customers with a mechanism to delete or deactivate Personally Identifiable Information by contacting us. However, it may not be possible to delete all information due to backups and records. Any information requested for deletion will be functionally removed from use.
Your Rights
Under data protection law, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to processing your data. You may also have the right to data portability, the right to complain to a supervisory authority, and the right to withdraw consent.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we become aware of any data collected from children, we will delete it.
Compliance with Laws
We will disclose Personally Identifiable Information as required to comply with legal obligations, including court orders, subpoenas, or law enforcement requests, as well as to protect the safety of our Visitors and Authorized Customers.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We will notify Visitors and Authorized Customers of any changes to our privacy policy by posting updates on the Site. In the event of material changes, we will notify affected Visitors and Authorized Customers directly.
Links
The Site contains links to other websites. Please be aware that when you click on a link, you are moving to another website with different privacy policies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@thebikelibrary.com.
Last Updated: August 23, 2024