Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to malls.directory ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform for finding shopping malls, stores, restaurants, and services worldwide.

Information We Collect

1. Account Information

When you create an account with malls.directory, we collect information such as:

• Name, email address, and password
• Profile information (location, preferences, saved malls and stores)
• Usage data related to your interactions with our services
• Search queries and saved preferences

2. Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Usage data and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our platform services (mall directory, store listings, location-based search)
• Personalize your experience and provide relevant recommendations
• Help you find malls and stores based on your location and preferences
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Send you updates about new malls, stores, and platform features (with your consent)
• Ensure the security and integrity of our service
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• All data transfers are encrypted using TLS/SSL encryption
• Secure password storage using industry-standard hashing algorithms
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and monitoring systems
• Secure database storage with restricted access

Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes. You can request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting us.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for analytics and website functionality. These services may collect information about your use of our website. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to object to processing of your information
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy 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. You are advised 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 at: