Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

ForumsCloud ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website located at forumscloud.com (the "Site") and use our services.

This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws. We are a division of Directdigital Manufacturing, headquartered in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Submit a forum for listing
  • Contact us through our forms
  • Create an account
  • Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address and geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website addresses
  • Device identifiers

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process and fulfill your requests
  • Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions
  • Personalize and improve your experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.

Types of Cookies We Use

Category Purpose Required
Necessary Essential for website functionality Yes
Functional Remember your preferences No
Analytics Understand site usage No
Marketing Track advertising effectiveness No

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.
  • Protection of Rights: We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of ForumsCloud, our users, or the public.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Incident response procedures

Note: No method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Correction

Request correction of inaccurate personal information

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information

Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Binding Corporate Rules for intra-group transfers
  • Compliance with applicable data protection frameworks

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ForumsCloud

Directdigital Manufacturing

Hennepin County, Minnesota

Email: [email protected]

For EU/EEA data protection inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]