Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Albatimes and Quantisnet Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) value your privacy and are committed to protecting it in accordance with UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data.

2. Data Controller

3. Personal Data We Collect

Depending on your interaction with the Website, we may collect:

• Contact information (e.g., email addresses, if you contact us),
• IP addresses, browser type, device information, and usage patterns through analytics tools,
• Cookies and tracking data for performance, preferences, and advertising purposes,
• Data voluntarily submitted for comments, newsletters, or partner inquiries.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for purposes including:

• providing and improving the Website and Services,
• responding to inquiries and requests,
• displaying personalized or targeted advertising,
• analyzing usage and performance for Website optimization,
• ensuring compliance with legal obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

• Consent: where you have explicitly agreed to certain processing (e.g., newsletter subscription),
• Legitimate interests: to provide, maintain, and improve the Website and advertising,
• Legal obligations: to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

• analyze Website traffic and user behavior,
• display personalized or targeted advertising,
• remember user preferences and settings,
• ensure security and prevent fraud.

You may manage or block cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain functionalities.

7. Sharing Personal Data

We may share your data with:

• service providers assisting in Website operation and analytics,
• advertising and marketing partners, including third-party ad networks,
• legal authorities if required by law, or to protect rights and property.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

8. Third-Party Services

The Website may include third-party content, links, or services. These entities may collect data according to their own policies. We are not responsible for their practices.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or to comply with legal obligations. Data may be anonymized for analytics and reporting purposes.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel only.

11. User Rights

You have the following rights under UK GDPR:

• Right to access your personal data,
• Right to rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data,
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”),
• Right to restrict processing,
• Right to data portability,
• Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing,
• Right to withdraw consent at any time (without affecting legality of processing prior to withdrawal).

Requests to exercise these rights can be sent to office@albatimes.com.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to have it deleted.

13. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to countries outside the UK for processing. Appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms, are implemented to ensure adequate protection.

14. Advertising and Marketing

We may use personal data for marketing purposes, including displaying targeted ads. You may opt-out of targeted advertising via browser settings or advertising network tools.

15. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a personal data breach, we will notify affected users and authorities where legally required.

16. Third-Party Analytics

We may use tools like Google Analytics, Google Ads, or YouTube embedded content. These may collect anonymized or pseudonymized data for reporting, optimization, and advertising purposes.

17. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Website after updates constitutes acceptance of the new Policy.

18. Contact Information

19. Legal Disclaimer

While we implement measures to protect personal data, no transmission over the Internet is fully secure. By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept these risks. We disclaim liability for unauthorized access or technical failures beyond our reasonable control.