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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Bangkok Hotel News

 

This Privacy Policy outlines how Digital Emeralds (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal and non-personal information when you visit our website at https://bangkokbusiness.news/ (the “Site”). This policy applies to all users and devices—including computers, smartphones, and tablets—used to access the Site or interact with its features and downloads.

 

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

Please read this document carefully.

 

Information We Collect

We collect information from and about users in several ways:

 

  1. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain technical data, including:

-IP address

-Browser type and version

-Device type and identifiers

-Operating system

-Date/time stamps and referring URLs

-Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

 

This information helps us understand how users interact with the Site and improve its functionality and performance.

 

  1. Voluntarily Provided Personal Information

We may collect personal data that you voluntarily provide, such as:

 

-Name

-Email address

-Phone number

-Mailing address

-Demographic information (e.g., gender, location, interests)

 

This typically occurs when you:

-Subscribe to newsletters

-Enter a promotion or contest

-Fill out a contact form

-Register for an account

-Make a transaction or inquiry

 

  1. Third-Party Data

We may receive additional information from trusted partners (e.g., demographic data, behavioral profiles) to help personalize your experience.

 

  1. One-Time Sharing Tools

If you use a feature like “email to a friend,” we use that data only once to deliver the message and do not retain or reuse it.

 

How We Collect Information

We and our service providers use various technologies to collect information:

 

-Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device to help recognize repeat visitors, remember preferences, and serve targeted ads. You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

 

-Web Beacons (Pixels)

We use transparent image files embedded in web pages or emails to track user behavior, site traffic, and email engagement.

 

How We Use Your Information

We may use the data we collect for purposes including:

 

-Sending newsletters or promotional communications

-Processing transactions or user registrations

-Notifying you about changes to our policies or services

-Delivering personalized content and advertising

-Improving user experience and website performance

-Conducting analytics and market research

-Complying with legal obligations and enforcing site terms

If you submit content (e.g., photos, videos, comments), we may use it in marketing materials—both online and offline—unless otherwise agreed.

 

Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

We may partner with ad networks and analytics providers that use cookies or tracking technologies to collect data across websites. These partners may show you ads based on your interests. Data collection by third parties is governed by their respective privacy policies.

 

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data as follows:

 

-With Service Providers

 

We engage third-party vendors to help with essential services, such as:

-Payment processing

-Email marketing

-Hosting and analytics

-Customer service

 

These providers access your data only as needed and are contractually obligated to protect it.

 

With Partners (Aggregated or Non-Personal Data)

We may share anonymized or aggregated data for insights, advertising, or reporting purposes.

 

With Your Consent

If you opt in to communications from third parties, we will share your information as necessary. Their use of your data is governed by their privacy policies.

 

In Co-Branded Areas

If you access parts of the Site jointly operated with a partner, your data may be shared with that partner.

 

In Promotions or Contests

Information collected through giveaways may be shared with sponsors or used for winner announcements, as required by law.

 

Business Transfers

If our company is involved in a merger, sale, or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

 

Legal and Safety Requirements

We may disclose personal information if required by law, subpoena, or legal process, or if we believe it’s necessary to:

-Protect our rights or property

-Enforce our Terms of Use

-Prevent fraud or other illegal activities

-Ensure user safety

 

Managing Your Information

You may:

 

-Access, update, or correct your personal data via your account settings

 

-Unsubscribe from promotional emails via the “unsubscribe” link in any email

 

-Request deletion of your personal data by contacting us directly

 

Public Forums and Comments

Any information posted in public areas of the Site (e.g., forums, comment sections) may be viewed, collected, and used by others. Please avoid sharing sensitive personal data in these spaces.

 

External Links

Our Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or data practices. You are encouraged to read the privacy statements of any site you visit.

 

International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the Netherlands. If you are accessing the Site from outside the Netherlands, your information will be transferred to and processed in the Netherlands, subject to its data protection laws. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

 

Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Use the Site at your own risk.

 

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

 

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this policy periodically. We will post the updated version on this page and indicate the effective date at the top. Continued use of the Site after changes implies acceptance of the revised policy.

 

Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us via the contact section of this website.