Privacy Policy for Universal.net
Effective Date: November 17, 2025
Universal.net (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:
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Contact Form Submissions: Name, email address, and message you provide.
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Email Newsletter Signups: Email address and subscription preferences.
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Analytics Data: Information collected via tools like Google Analytics or Jetpack (e.g., browser type, IP address, pages visited, time spent on site).
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Comments on Posts: Name, email, and comment content.
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Cookies & Tracking: Data collected via cookies to improve user experience and website performance.
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Sales & Payment Info: When we offer products or services, payment information such as credit card details (processed securely via PayPal, Stripe, or other payment processors).
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User Accounts: If you register on our website, we collect username, email, and other account-related information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Respond to inquiries and messages
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Send newsletters and updates
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Analyze website performance and traffic trends
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Moderate comments and maintain community standards
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Improve our website and user experience
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Process transactions and provide customer service
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Ensure compliance with legal requirements
3. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Remember your site preferences
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Analyze trends and site usage
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Deliver personalized content and advertisements
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Improve overall website functionality
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
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Service providers (e.g., email providers, payment processors, analytics services)
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Legal authorities if required by law
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.
6. Your Rights
You may:
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Access the information we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your personal data
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Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time
For these requests, please contact us at info@universal.net.
7. International Visitors
Universal.net is operated in Canada but accessible worldwide. By using our site, you consent to data collection as described in this Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
9. Contact
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, email us at:
info@universal.net
