Privacy Policy
Last revised: April 2004
This Privacy Statement describes Stock Barometer’s privacy policy and explains what is done with the personal information collected from our users.
Your privacy is very important to us. Investment Research Group, Inc. (IRG) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Accordingly, we have adopted this Privacy Policy, based on the principles of notice, choice, access, and security in the collection and use of all information regarding our subscribers and their activities at the StockBarometer.com web site. You can be assured that we will not send you anything unless you opted to receive it. If you are receiving e-mails from us and you would like them stopped, simply reply to the message with “Remove me” in the body.
What information does StockBarometer.com gather?
StockBarometer.com collects a limited amount of information about our newsletter subscribers to enable IRG to fulfill subscriptions. IRG may obtain the following information from its registered users and subscribers:
- registration and subscription data
- site usage data
Registration or Subscription data
The only individually identifiable information that IRG seeks about you is that which you are asked to provide when you register (for site access or you opt-in to our FREE reports) or subscribe to any "paid" subscription product the IRG may publish. This information may include your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and, in the case of a purchase, billing information. IRG uses registration and subscription information to maintain records about your use of our services, for billing purposes, and for us to occasionally send you information on products and services that we offer. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SHARED WITH ANY THIRD-PARTY FIRMS, unless specifically stated or in other special situations described below.
Site Usage Data
IRG collects non-identifiable information to measure how our registered users and subscribers use StockBarometer.com's web site. This information may include statistics about the numbers and timing of unique visits to our web site(s), repeat visits, and which pages are viewed. We view this information to analyze trends, administer the site, track users’ movements, and gather broad information for aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information.
Subscriber and Site Visitor Surveys
From time to time, IRG may conduct surveys, although you don't have to respond to them. This research is compiled and analyzed only on an aggregated (group) basis. We do this to better understand our users' needs and improve your overall experience when using our service. Your personal information and responses will remain strictly confidential, even if a third-party conducts the survey. We may also notify you of a new product or new area of our site that we think may of interest you. If you'd prefer us not to contact you, simply reply to the message with “Remove me” in the body.
On-line Advertising
StockBarometer.com may display on-line advertisements from third-party advertisers who are interested in reaching our audience. IRG may share, with advertisers, aggregated and non-identifying information about its visitors and subscribers collected through the registration process as well as through any on-line surveys conducted. IRG will not, however, share any personal information about any of its site visitors or subscribers with these advertisers.
E-mail Marketing From Third-Party Advertisers
IRG may send out e-mail advertisements or messages from third-party advertisers to its site registration and subscriber lists. IRG will not IRG maintains strict confidentiality of its subscribers' e-mail addresses. All site registrants and subscribers are given the opportunity of opting-out from receiving these promotional messages.
Dedication to Data Security
IRG works to ensure the integrity and security of our network and systems. IRG cannot guarantee that our security measures will prevent third-party "hackers" from illegally obtaining this information. Any credit card information or payment information that may be captured will not be maintained on the site.
Change of Ownership
In the event of a merger or acquisition, the sales of the company or any change of ownership, all of IRG's customer information (including e-mail addresses) may be transferred to a separate entity or entities. All StockBarometer.com subscribers and registered users will be notified of any change in ownership, merger or acquisition of IRG's assets by a third-party. Subscribers and users may choose to access and revise any of their registration and/or subscription information at that time.
Where to Direct Questions About StockBarometer.com's Privacy Policy
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices described herein, you may send an e-mail to CustomerSupport@StockBarometer.com or write to the following address:
Stock Barometer Customer Support
9 Teri’s Way
Franklin, MA 02038
Revisions to This Policy
IRG reserves the right to revise, amend, or modify this policy and our other policies and agreements at any time and in any manner. Notice of any revision, amendment, or modification will be posted in accordance with the Internet Service Agreement.
USE OF THIS SITE SIGNIFIES YOUR AGREEMENT TO THE PRIVACY POLICY AND APPLICABLE USAGE AGREEMENT.
IRG reserves the right to change this policy at any time by posting a revised privacy policy on this web page. You can send e-mail to us with any further questions at CustomerSupport@StockBarometer.com. THANK YOU!