Privacy Policy
Introduction
AutoChinaCar is a product provided by Anhua (hereinafter referred to as “we”). When you use our services, we may collect and use your relevant information. Through this Privacy Policy, we aim to explain how we collect, use, store, and share such information during your use of our services, as well as the methods we provide for you to access, update, control, and protect this information. This Privacy Policy is closely related to the AutoChinaCar services you use. We encourage you to read it carefully and make informed choices where required. For technical terms in this Privacy Policy, we strive to use concise language and provide explanatory links to facilitate your understanding.
By using or continuing to use our services, you agree to our collection, use, storage, and sharing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at Support@autochinacar.com.
1. Information We Collect
We or our third-party partners may collect, store, and use the following types of information related to you when providing services. If you choose not to provide relevant information, you may be unable to register as a user or enjoy certain services, or the services may not function as intended.
- Personal Information: Information you provide when registering an account or using our services, such as phone numbers, email addresses, etc.
2. Information Storage
2.1 Storage Methods and Duration- We store your information securely through local storage (e.g., app data caching), databases, and server logs.
- Generally, we only retain personal information for the period necessary to fulfill service purposes or as required by laws and regulations.
- We store personal information collected within China in mainland China, as required by laws and regulations.
- Currently, we do not transfer or store your personal information cross-border. If cross-border transfer becomes necessary, we will inform you of the purpose, recipients, security measures, risks, and obtain your consent.
- If our products or services cease operations, we will notify you via push notifications or announcements and delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable period, unless otherwise required by law.
3. Information Security
We employ various security technologies and procedures to prevent information loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure. For example, we use encryption (e.g., SSL) to protect personal information. However, please understand that due to technical limitations and potential malicious actors, absolute security cannot be guaranteed. Your systems and networks used to access our services may experience issues beyond our control.
4. How We Use Information
We may use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide services to you;
- For identity verification, customer service, security, fraud monitoring, archiving, and backups to ensure service safety;
- To develop new services and improve existing ones;
- To understand your usage patterns and respond to personalized needs (e.g., language settings, location-based services);
- To display more relevant advertisements;
- To evaluate and improve advertising campaigns;
- For software authentication and updates;
- To involve you in surveys about our services.
5. Information Sharing
We will not proactively share or transfer your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent. When sharing data with advertising partners, we require strict adherence to data protection measures and anonymize information where possible.
We do not share personally identifiable information (e.g., name or email) unless explicitly authorized by you.
We will not publicly disclose collected personal information without notifying you of the purpose, data type, and risks, and obtaining your consent.
In cases of mergers, acquisitions, or asset transfers, we will ensure continued protection of your information under standards no less stringent than this Privacy Policy.
Exceptions to consent requirements include scenarios involving:
- National security or defense;
- Public safety or major public interests;
- Crime investigation or legal proceedings;
- Protecting life/property where consent is unfeasible;
- Publicly available information or legal disclosures.
6. Your Rights
During service use, you may access, delete, correct, or withdraw your personal information through provided settings. You may also submit complaints via designated channels. Account deletion results in data anonymization or deletion, unless otherwise required by law.
7. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be communicated via updates, and continued use constitutes acceptance of revised terms. Please review updates carefully.
8. Protection of Minors
We encourage parents/guardians to guide minors under eighteen in using our services. Minors should obtain parental consent before submitting personal information.