1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to Praeco websites and services, including
www.praeco.net and search.praeco.net
together referred to as “Praeco”, “we”, “us” or “our”.
Praeco provides a free search platform for circulars, notifications, gazettes,
government orders, regulatory updates and related public information from supported
official sources.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Account information
When you register or log in, we may collect your name, email address, organization name,
password or authentication details and other information you choose to provide.
Search and usage information
We may collect search queries, selected agencies, filters, pages visited, timestamps,
device information, browser type, IP address, referring pages and similar usage data.
Communication information
If you contact us, we may collect your name, email address, message content and any
other information included in your communication.
Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies or similar technologies to keep users signed in, understand usage,
improve the service and maintain security.
3. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Provide, operate and improve Praeco’s search and related services.
- Create and manage user accounts.
- Respond to user requests, support queries and feedback.
- Improve search relevance, coverage and user experience.
- Monitor service performance, security and reliability.
- Prevent misuse, fraud, abuse or unauthorized access.
- Send important service notices or administrative messages.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
4. Public Source Information
Praeco indexes and links to circulars, notifications, orders, gazettes and other materials
published by government departments, regulators, agencies, exchanges and other official
or public sources.
Such source documents may contain information published by the relevant authority.
Praeco does not control the content of those source documents. Users should verify
important information directly with the official source.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in limited
circumstances, including:
- With service providers who help us operate hosting, analytics, security or support systems.
- When required by law, regulation, legal process or governmental request.
- To protect the rights, safety and security of Praeco, users or the public.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring or transfer of business assets.
- With your consent or at your direction.
6. Cookies and Analytics
Praeco may use cookies, log files and analytics tools to understand how the website is
used, improve performance and maintain security. You may be able to disable cookies
through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly without them.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against
unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure. However, no method of
transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee
absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the service,
maintain records, improve Praeco, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes and
enforce our agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the
information and the purpose for which it is used.
9. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights to access, correct, update or delete
certain personal information. You may also request that we restrict or stop certain uses
of your information.
To make a request, contact us using the details provided in the “Contact Us” section.
We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
10. International Users
Praeco may be accessed from different countries. Your information may be processed
and stored in countries other than your country of residence. By using Praeco, you
understand that information may be transferred and processed where our systems,
service providers or partners operate, subject to applicable law.
11. Children’s Privacy
Praeco is intended for professional, research and general informational use. It is not
directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children
below the age required by applicable law. If you believe a child has provided personal
information to us, please contact us.
12. Third-Party Links
Praeco may link to websites operated by government bodies, regulators, exchanges,
agencies or other third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content
or security of third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those
websites separately.
13. No Legal or Regulatory Advice
Praeco provides search and information discovery tools. Content available through Praeco
is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, regulatory
or professional advice. Users should consult qualified professionals and verify official
sources before acting on any information.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will
update the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of Praeco after changes are posted
means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.