Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [15 June 2025
At Counselors.law, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and use our website www.counselors.law (“Site”).
Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information from you when you visit our Site, register an account, post comments, publish articles, or create a personal bio with photos. The types of information we may collect include:
1.1 Personal Identification Information
When you register or interact with the Site, we may collect personal information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Professional qualifications
- Contact information (phone number, etc.)
- Profile photo
- Any other details you voluntarily provide during the registration process or in your bio
1.2 User-Generated Content
If you post comments, articles, or other content on the Site, we may collect:
- Content of the comments or articles
- Photos or images uploaded to your bio
- Other personal information you include in your user profile or posts
1.3 Log Data
We may automatically collect information when you visit our Site, including:
- Your IP address
- Browser type
- Date and time of your visit
- Pages you viewed
- Referring website
This information helps us understand user behavior and improve the Site’s performance.
1.4 Cookies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us track how you use the Site. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit some Site functionality.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To provide, operate, and maintain the Site
- To process and manage your registration and account
- To enable you to post comments, publish articles, and create and update your bio
- To communicate with you regarding your account or the Site, including notifications, updates, or promotional content (if you have opted in)
- To analyze Site usage to improve user experience and troubleshoot issues
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms and Conditions
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following limited circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the Site or provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, payment processing, and email services. These providers are only authorized to use your data for specific services related to the Site.
3.2 Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information when required by law, in response to a subpoena or other legal process, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Counselors.law, our users, or the public.
3.3 Publicly Posted Content
Please be aware that any content you post on the Site, such as comments, articles, or photos, is publicly available and can be viewed by other users of the Site. Be mindful of the personal information you include in such posts.
4. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
4.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to access, update, or correct the information we hold about you. You can do this by logging into your account and making the necessary changes, or by contacting us.
4.2 Deletion of Account
If you wish to delete your account, you can request account termination through your profile settings or by contacting us. Please note that we may retain some information for legal or operational purposes, even after your account is deleted.
4.3 Opt-Out of Communications
If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails or notifications, you can unsubscribe by following the instructions in the email or by updating your preferences in your account settings.
4.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. If you choose to disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function as intended.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you delete your account or request us to remove your data, we will comply with your request, except in cases where retention is necessary for legal reasons or to fulfill our obligations.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected personal data from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: support@counselors.law