This Privacy Notice applies to all websites and services operated by Terrific Ventures (collectively “TV, “we”, or “us”, “our”), (a Digital Product Venture Holding Company with the right methods and expertise to test, build, and scale profitable ventures in growth market ecosystems). Terrific Ventures own a portfolio of companies

• Terrific Studio – This is our product professional services consultancy that helps profitable companies build market leading ventures.

• Terrific Commerce – This is our upcoming terrific commerce platform, currently under development to enable immersive shopping experiences in malls.

• Gearni – This is our reverse bidding platform for the auto-parts market in the Middle East that can expand into other difficult to track inventory markets.

Terrific Ventures owns equity in certain companies like

• Upskillable – This is a Saudi Arabian skill assessment and development platform.

• Saloonz – This is a Wellness professional booking application.

• Boreworx – This is an Infrastructure pro booking application.

• Terrific Akar – This is an online real-state marketplace platform

This policy affects Terrific Studio (collectively “TS, “we”, or “us”), including but not limited to the Terrific Ventures (“TV”) companies and equity owned companies, website and to all newsletters and other content delivered by Terrific Ventures and Terrific Studio via email, and to all content and services we provide to clients, through our social media pages and websites.

This Privacy Notice explains how “TV” and “TS” collect and use Personal Data. The notice applies to all users of Terrific Ventures and Terrific Studio’s websites and social media pages, users of any services we provide, and when users interact or communicate with us. By using our website (“Site”), you are accepting the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

This privacy policy does not apply to websites and online services maintained by other companies or organizations who may link to us (and not previously stated on our list of companies and equity owned companies). We are not responsible for the actions and privacy policies of third-party websites.

This Privacy Policy also describes the manner in which we process, use and disclose information that you provide to us when you use our Site or social media pages. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. We use your Personal Information for providing and improving our Service and your experience. By using the Service, you agree that we can collect and use your information under this policy.

Visitors

We consider you a visitor if you visit the Terrific Ventures and the Terrific Studio’s premises other than as a “TV” or “TS” employee or individual contractor. When visiting our premises, you may be asked to input personal information and register as a visitor using a visitor management system.

Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information when you visit our website and when you use our Services;

        1. Personal Information: When you voluntarily provide information by filling in forms on our Site, such as your name, email address and telephone number.

2. Log Data: Details of your visits to our Site and the resources that you access, including, but not limited to, traffic data, location data, weblogs and other communication data, including your IP address, the date and time you accessed or left the Site, and which pages you viewed.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your preferences or turn off cookies through your browser settings.

4. The content you provide through our websites: The Services also include our websites owned or operated by us. We collect other content you submit to these websites, including social media or social networking websites used by us. For example, you provide us consent when you provide feedback or participate in any interactive features, surveys, contests, promotions, sweepstakes, activities or events. Information that you provide directly to us by filling in forms on our Site, such as your name, email address and telephone number.

5. Information you provide through our support channels: The Services also include our customer support, where you may choose to submit information about a problem you are having with a Service. Whether you designate yourself as a technical contact, please open a support ticket, speak to one of our representatives directly or otherwise engage with our support team, you will be asked to provide contact information, a summary of the problem you are experiencing, and any other documentation, screenshots or information that would help resolve the issue.

6. We may also collect personal details from you, such as your name, address and contact information, date of birth, career history (e.g. CVs, recruitment details, education and training, language and other job-related skills, as applicable), financial information and/or information regarding your use of our resources or sign up for our webinars.

How We Use The Information We Collect

• To provide the services and personalize your experience: We use information about you to provide the Services to you, including processing transactions with you, authenticating you when you log in, providing customer support, and operating, maintaining, and improving the Services. Based on your interactions with different Terrific Studios services, we will personalize your experience and tailor our communications and offers to you.

• For research and development: We are always looking for ways to make our Services more innovative, faster, secure, integrated, and practical. We use the information and collective learning (including feedback) about how people use our Services to troubleshoot and identify trends, usage, activity patterns, and areas for integration to improve our Services and to develop new products, features and technologies that benefit our users and the public.

• To communicate with you about the Services: We use your contact information via email, including weekly updates, insightful emails, responding to your comments, questions and requests, providing customer support, and sending you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and administrative messages. These communications are part of the Services; in most cases, you can opt out of them. If an opt-out is available, you will find that option within the communication or in your account settings.  

• To market, promote and drive engagement with the Services: We use your contact information and information about how you use the Services to send promotional communications that may be of specific interest to you, including by email. These communications drive engagement and maximize what you get from the Services, including information about new features, survey requests, newsletters, and events we think may interest you. We also communicate with you about new services, product offers, promotions, and contests. You can control whether you receive these communications.

• Customer support: We use your information to resolve technical issues you encounter, respond to your requests for assistance, look over crash information, and repair and improve the Services. Where you give us express permission, we can share information with a third-party expert to respond to support-related requests.

• For safety and security: We use information about you and your Service use to verify accounts and activity, to detect, prevent, and respond to potential or actual security incidents and to monitor and protect against other malicious, deceptive, fraudulent or illegal activity, including violations of Service policies.

• To protect our legitimate business interests and legal rights: Where required by law or where we believe it is necessary to protect our legal rights, interests and the interests of others, we use information about you in connection with legal claims, compliance, regulatory, and audit functions, and disclosures in connection with the acquisition, merger or sale of a business.  

• With your consent: We use information about you where you have given us consent for a specific purpose not listed above. For example, we may publish testimonials or featured customer stories to promote the Services with your permission.

• Fraud Prevention.

Storage of Personal Data

We will store and retain your Data for the period necessary for the purpose for which the data has been collected unless the purpose changes, in which case the retention period may be extended or shortened.

Apart from the purposes for which we collect your Personal Data, we also store and retain this Personal Data to preserve the integrity of our databases, to carry out ongoing Services on your behalf, for research, analytics and statistics purposes and to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Following an account deletion request, we will erase or archive from active use the Personal Data of the individual to which the requirement or request relates, unless we are required to retain it due to legal or regulatory requirements, for purposes of safety, security, and fraud prevention, or because of an issue relating to your accounts such as an outstanding credit or an unresolved claim or dispute.

COOKIES

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies can be used to collect information about your browsing activity, such as the pages you visit, the links you click on, and the products you view. This information can be used to improve your website experience, such as by remembering your preferences or displaying targeted advertising.

We may also allow others to provide audience measurement and analytics services for us, to serve advertisements on our behalf across the Internet, and to track and report on the performance of those advertisements. These entities may use cookies, web beacons, SDKs, and other technologies to identify the devices visitors use on our websites and when they visit other online sites and services.

What types of Cookies Do We Use?

We use two main types of cookies on our website:

• First-party cookies: These are cookies that are set by our website directly. We use first-party cookies to collect information about how you use our website, so that we can improve your experience and the performance of our website.

• Third-party cookies: These are cookies that are set by third-party services, such as Google Analytics and social media platforms. Third-party cookies may be used to track your browsing activity across multiple websites and to collect information about your interests.

Third Party Websites

By accessing third party websites through our Site, you are consenting to the terms and privacy policies of those websites.  We do not accept any responsibility or liability for their policies whatsoever as we have no control over them.

How Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:

• To improve your website experience: For example, we use cookies to remember your language preferences and login information.

• To personalize the content and advertising you see: We use cookies to collect information about your browsing activity and interests, so that we can show you content and advertising that is relevant to you.

• To analyze website traffic and performance: We use cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website, so that we can improve the performance of our website and make it more user-friendly.

How You Can Manage Cookies

You can manage and control cookies used on any “TV” and “TS” website. Here are some options for managing cookies:

Cookie Preferences: Upon your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner or pop-up that allows you to customize your cookie preferences. You can choose which categories of cookies you consent to, such as essential, analytics, customized, and marketing. You can change your preferences anytime by accessing the website’s cookie settings or preference center.

Browser Settings: Most web browsers provide settings that allow you to manage cookies. You can typically find these settings in the “Options,” “Preferences,” or “Settings” menu of your browser. You can block or delete cookies, set preferences for certain websites, or configure your browser through your browser settings.

Third-Party Tools: Various third-party tools and browser extensions can help you manage cookies. These tools may offer cookie control, automatic cookie blocking, and enhanced privacy settings. You can explore and install these tools based on your preferences and requirements.

Please note that by disabling or blocking certain cookies, you may limit the functionality and user experience of any “TV” and “TS” website. However, you always have the choice to manage your cookie preferences in a way that aligns with your privacy preferences and needs.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information, subject to applicable laws. You may also opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by following the instructions in our emails.

Marketing and Opting Out

In some countries, we can only provide you with direct marketing communications if we have obtained your express consent to do so in advance.

In all cases, we provide End Users with the opportunity to opt out of receiving direct marketing communications from us and our partners:

• In any direct email marketing communication that you receive from us

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any company.

Changes to this Privacy Notice

We may change this Privacy Notice from time to time. If we make significant changes in the way we treat your Personal Data or to the Privacy Notice, we will provide you notice through the Services or by some other means, such as email or push notification. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are using cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at hello@terrific.studio.