1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our Service.

1.1 Personal Information

When you register or use our platform, we may collect:

Name and username
Email address
Profile information (bio, profile photo, location)
Account preferences and settings
Communication data (messages, forum posts, comments)

1.2 Business and Marketplace Information

If you use business or marketplace features, we may collect:

Company name and business contact details
Product and service listings
Payment and billing information (processed by third-party providers)

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use the Service, including:

IP address and device information
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring URLs and interaction data

1.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Enable core site functionality
Remember your preferences
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Deliver personalized content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
Create and manage user accounts
Facilitate social networking features and marketplace listings
Communicate with you, including updates and support messages
Improve and personalize the user experience
Monitor and analyze usage trends
Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

Your consent
Performance of a contract (account creation and platform services)
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests in operating and improving the Service

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

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

Service providers (hosting, analytics, email, payment processors)
Business partners for marketplace and advertising features (only as necessary)
Authorities if required by law or to protect our legal rights

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

You may request deletion of your account and personal data at any time.

6. Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you have the following rights:

Right to access your personal data
Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to request deletion (right to be forgotten)
Right to restrict or object to processing
Right to data portability
Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

EV Magazine does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 years of age. If you believe your child provided personal data on our platform, please contact us and we will remove it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including countries that may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.