Effective Date of Current Policy: May 25, 2018
1. Purpose
This Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into the Omidyar Network Terms of Service (the “Terms”). The terms “Omidyar Network,” “we,” and “us” include Omidyar Network LLC and our affiliates and subsidiaries. This Privacy Policy explains our online and offline information practices, the kinds of information we may collect, how we intend to use and share that information, and how you can opt-out of a use or correct or change such information. All other terms not defined in Section 14 or otherwise herein will have the meanings set forth in the Terms.
2. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to Personal Information that is Processed by Omidyar Network in the course of our business, including but not limited to Omidyar Network websites (each a “Site”), mobile applications, forums, and blogs (together with any and all future online and offline offerings operated by or on behalf of Omidyar Network, the “Services”). All individuals whose responsibilities include the Processing of Personal Information on behalf of Omidyar Network are expected to protect that data by adherence to this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy is intended to meet requirements globally, including those in North America, Europe, APAC, and other jurisdictions.
3. Transparency/Notice–Types of Personal Information We Collect and How We Use It
The types of Personal Information we may collect (directly from you or from Third-Party sources) and our privacy practices depend on the nature of the relationship you have with Omidyar Network and the requirements of applicable law. Some of the ways that Omidyar Network may collect Personal Information include:
We endeavor to collect only that information which is relevant for the purposes of Processing. Below are the ways we collect Personal Information and how we use it.
3.1 Types of Personal Information We Collect
Omidyar Network collects Personal Information regarding its current, prospective, and former investees, grantees, contractors, and employees, as well as visitors, guests, subscribers, and recipients of Omidyar Network communications (collectively “Individuals”).
o Interactions with Us. We may collect Personal Information from you such as email address, phone number, or mailing address when you choose to engage with our Services, request information about our Services, register for Omidyar Network’s newsletter that we may offer from time to time, request to receive technical support, or otherwise interact or communicate with us.
o Surveys. From time to time, we may contact you to participate in online surveys. If you decide to participate, you may be asked to provide certain information which may include Personal Information. All information collected from your participation in our surveys is provided by you voluntarily. We may use such information to improve our products, Sites and/or Services and in any manner consistent with the policies provided herein.
o Posting on the Site. Omidyar Network may offer publicly accessible pages, blogs, private messages, or community forums. You should be aware that, when you disclose information about yourself in or on Omidyar Network’s pages, blogs, private messages, and community forums, the Site will collect the information you provide in such submissions, including any Personal Information. If you choose to submit content to any public area of the Site, such content will be considered “public” and will not be subject to the privacy protections set forth herein.
o Automatic Data Collection. We may collect certain information automatically through our Services or other methods of web analysis, such as your Internet protocol (IP) address, cookie identifiers, mobile carrier, mobile advertising identifiers, MAC address, IMEI, Advertiser ID, and other device identifiers that are automatically assigned to your computer or device when you access the Internet, browser type and language, geo-location information, hardware type, operating system, Internet service provider, pages that you visit before and after using the Services, the date and time of your visit, the amount of time you spend on each page, information about the links you click and pages you view within the Services, and other actions taken through use of the Services such as preferences.
Information from Other Sources. We may receive information about you from other sources, including through Third-Party services and organizations to supplement information provided by you. For example, if you access our Services through a Third-Party application, such as an App Store or Social Networking Sites (“SNS”), we may collect information about you from that Third-Party application that you have made public via your privacy settings. Information we collect through App Stores or SNS accounts may include your name, your SNS user identification number, your SNS user name, location, sex, birth date, email, profile picture, and your contacts on the SNS. This supplemental information allows us to verify information that you have provided to Omidyar Network and to enhance our ability to provide you with information about our business, products, and Services.
3.2 How Omidyar Network Uses Your Information
We acquire, hold, use, and Process Personal Information about Individuals for a variety of business purposes, including:
o Generally manage Individual information and Accounts;
o Respond to questions, comments, and other requests;
o Provide access to certain areas, functionalities, and features of Omidyar Network’s Services;
o Contact you to answer requests for technical support; and
o Allow you to register for events.
o Measure interest in Omidyar Network’s Services;
o Develop new Services;
o Ensure internal quality control;
o Verify Individual identity;
o Communicate about activities on Omidyar Network’s Services and systems, and, in Omidyar Network’s discretion, changes to any Omidyar Network policy;
o Send email to the email address you provide to us for informational and operational purposes, such as customer service or system maintenance;
o Process applications and transactions;
o Prevent potentially prohibited or illegal activities; and
o Enforce our Terms.
o To tailor content and offerings;
o To notify you about offerings, services, and events that may be of interest to you, including those of our business partners or affiliates;
o To provide Services to you;
o For other purposes disclosed at the time that Individuals provide Personal Information; and
o Otherwise with your consent.
You may contact us at any time to opt-out of the use of your Personal Information for marketing purposes, as further described in Section 6 below.
3.3 Cookies, Pixel Tags/Web Beacons, Analytics Information, and Interest-Based Advertising
We, as well as Third Parties that provide content or other functionality on our Services, may use cookies, pixel tags, local storage, and other technologies (“Technologies”) to automatically collect information through the Services. We use Technologies that are essentially small data files placed on your computer, tablet, mobile phone, or other devices (referred to collectively as a "device") that allow us to record certain pieces of information whenever you visit or interact with our sites, services, applications, messaging, and tools, and to recognize you across devices.
Our uses of such Technologies fall into the following general categories:
If you would like to opt-out of the Technologies we employ on our sites, services, applications, or tools, you may do so by blocking, deleting, or disabling them as your browser or device permits. See also the section on “Do Not Track” below.
3.4 Third-Party Websites, Social Media Platforms, and Software Development Kits
The Site may contain links to other websites and other websites may reference or link to our Site or other Services. These other domains and websites are not controlled by us, and Omidyar Network does not endorse or make any representations about Third-Party websites or social media platforms. We encourage our users to read the privacy policies of each and every website and application with which they interact. We do not endorse, screen or approve, and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such other websites or applications. Visiting these other websites or applications is at your own risk.
Omidyar Network’s Services may include publicly accessible blogs, community forums, or private messaging features. The Site and our other Services may also contain links and interactive features with various social media platforms (e.g., widgets). If you already use these platforms, their cookies may be set on your device when using our Site or other Services. You should be aware that Personal Information which you voluntarily include and transmit online in a publicly accessible blog, chat room, social media platform or otherwise online, or that you share in an open forum may be viewed and used by others without any restrictions. We are unable to control such uses of your information when interacting with a social media platform, and by using such services you assume the risk that the Personal Information provided by you may be viewed and used by third parties for any number of purposes.
4. Human Resources Data
Omidyar Network collects Personal Information from current, prospective, and former Employees, their contact points in case of a medical emergency, their dependents and/or family members that are covered by any Omidyar Network health/medical plan, and beneficiaries under any insurance policy, retirement plan, or other similar plan or policy (“Human Resources Data”). The Human Resources Data we collect may include title, name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, passport number, driver’s license number, Social Security number or other government-issued identification number, financial information related to credit checks, bank details for payroll, information that may be recorded on a CV or application form, language abilities, contact information of third parties in case of an emergency, or related to a health/medical plan, insurance policy, retirement plan, or other similar plan or policy. We may also collect Sensitive Human Resources Data such as details of health and disability, including mental health, medical leave, and maternity leave; information about national origin or immigration status; and optional demographic information such as race, which helps us achieve our diversity goals.
We acquire, hold, use and Process Human Resources Data for a variety of business purposes including:
5. Onward Transfer – Omidyar Network May Disclose Your Information
5.1 Information We Share
We may share your information as described in this Privacy Policy (e.g., with our Third-Party service providers; to comply with legal obligations; to protect and defend our rights and property) or with your permission.
In addition, from time to time, server logs may be reviewed for security purposes – e.g., to detect unauthorized activity on the Services. In such cases, server log data containing IP addresses may be shared with law enforcement bodies in order that they may identify users in connection with their investigation of the unauthorized activities.
5.2 Data Transfers
All Personal Information collected via or by Omidyar Network may be stored anywhere in the world, including but not limited to, the United States, the European Union, in the cloud, on our servers, on the servers of our affiliates or the servers of our service providers. Your Personal Information may be accessible to law enforcement or other authorities pursuant to a lawful request. By providing information to Omidyar Network, you consent to the storage of your Personal Information in these locations.
6. Opt-Out (RIGHT TO RESTRICT PROCESSING)
6.1 General
You have the right to opt out of certain uses and disclosures of your Personal Information. Where you have consented to Omidyar Network’s Processing of your Personal Information or Sensitive Personal Information, you may withdraw that consent at any time and opt-out to further Processing by contacting [email protected]. Even if you opt-out, we may still collect and use non-Personal Information regarding your activities on our Sites and/or information from the advertisements on Third-Party websites for non-interest based advertising purposes, such as to determine the effectiveness of the advertisements.
6.2 Email and Telephone Communications
If you receive an unwanted email from us, you can use the unsubscribe link found at the bottom of the email to opt-out of receiving future emails, or contact [email protected]. We will process your request within a reasonable time after receipt. Note that you will continue to receive transaction-related emails regarding your relationship with us. We may also send you certain non-promotional communications regarding Omidyar Network and our Services and you will not be able to opt out of those communications (e.g., communications regarding updates to our Terms or this Privacy Policy).
We, directly or through our Services, maintain “do-not-mail” lists as mandated by law. We process requests to be placed on do-not-mail and do-not-contact lists within 60 days after receipt, or such shorter time as may be required by law.
6.3 Mobile devices
Omidyar Network may occasionally send you push notifications through our mobile applications with notices that may be of interest to you. You may at any time opt-out from receiving these types of communications by changing the settings on your mobile device. Omidyar Network may also collect location-based information if you use our mobile applications. You may opt-out of this collection by changing the settings on your mobile device.
6.4 Human Resources Data
With regard to Personal Information that Omidyar Network receives in connection with the employment relationship, Omidyar Network will use such Personal Information only for employment-related purposes as more fully described above. If Omidyar Network intends to use this Personal Information for any other purpose, Omidyar Network will notify the Individual and provide an opportunity to opt-out of such uses.
6.5 “Do Not Track”
Do Not Track (“DNT”) is a privacy preference that users can set in certain web browsers. DNT is a way for users to inform websites and services that they do not want certain information about their webpage visits collected over time and across websites or online services. Please note that we do not respond to or honor DNT signals or similar mechanisms transmitted by web browsers.
6.6 Cookies and Interest-Based Advertising
As noted above, you may stop or restrict the placement of cookies on your computer or remove them from your browser by adjusting your web browser preferences. Please note that cookie-based opt-outs are not effective on mobile applications. However, on many mobile devices, application users may opt out of certain mobile ads via their device settings.
The online advertising industry also provides websites from which you may opt-out of receiving targeted ads from our data partners and our other advertising partners that participate in self-regulatory programs. You can access these, and also learn more about targeted advertising and consumer choice and privacy, at www.networkadvertising.org/managing/opt_out.asp, or http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ and www.aboutads.info/choices/. You can also choose not to be included in Google Analytics here.
To be clear, whether you are using our opt-out or an online industry opt-out, these cookie-based opt-outs must be performed on each device and browser that you wish to have opted-out. For example, if you have opted-out on your computer browser, that opt-out will not be effective on your mobile device. You must separately opt-out on each device. Advertisements on Third-Party websites that contain the AdChoices link and that link to this Privacy Policy may have been directed to you based on anonymous, non-Personal Information collected by advertising partners over time and across websites. These advertisements provide a mechanism to opt-out of the advertising partners’ use of this information for interest-based advertising purposes.
7. Rights of Access, Rectification, Erasure, and Restriction
You may inquire as to whether Omidyar Network is Processing Personal Information about you, request access to Personal Information, and ask that we correct, restrict, or delete your Personal Information. Where otherwise permitted by applicable law, you may download and submit this Request Form, send an e-mail to [email protected] or use any of the methods set out in this Privacy Policy to request access to, receive (port), seek rectification, or request restriction or erasure of Personal Information held about you by Omidyar Network. Please include your full name, email address, and a detailed description of your data request. Such requests will be processed in line with local laws.
Although Omidyar Network makes good faith efforts to provide Individuals with access to their Personal Information, there may be circumstances in which Omidyar Network is unable to provide access, including but not limited to: where the information is protected by legal privilege or is within the scope of an expected, imminent, or current legal matter; would compromise others’ privacy or other legitimate rights; where the burden or expense of providing access would be disproportionate to the risks to the Individual’s privacy in the case in question; or where it is commercially proprietary. If Omidyar Network determines that access should be restricted in any particular instance, we will provide you with an explanation of why that determination has been made and a contact point for any further inquiries. To protect your privacy, Omidyar Network will take commercially reasonable steps to verify your identity before granting access to or making any changes to your Personal Information.
8. Data Retention
Omidyar Network retains the Personal Information we receive as described in this Privacy Policy for as long as you use our Services or as necessary to fulfill the purpose(s) for which it was collected, provide our Services, resolve disputes, establish legal defenses, conduct audits, pursue legitimate business purposes, enforce our agreements, and comply with applicable laws.
9. Security of Your Information
We take steps to ensure that your information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Unfortunately, the Internet cannot be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you provide to us. We do not accept liability for unintentional disclosure.
By using the Site or providing Personal Information to us, you agree that we may communicate with you electronically regarding security, privacy, and administrative issues relating to your use of the Site or the reason for which you submitted Personal Information. If we learn of a security system’s breach, we may attempt to notify you electronically by posting a notice on the Site or sending an e-mail to you. You may have a legal right to receive this notice in writing.
10. International Users
By using the Site, Omidyar Network will transfer data to the United States and other international locations. By choosing to visit the Site, utilize the Services or otherwise provide information to us, you agree that any dispute over privacy or the terms contained in this Privacy Policy will be governed by the laws of the state of California, United States, and the adjudication of any disputes arising in connection with Omidyar Network or the Site will be in accordance with the Terms.
If you are visiting from the European Union or other regions with laws governing data collection and use, please note that you are agreeing to the transfer of your information to the United States and other international locations and to Processing of your data globally. By providing your Personal Information, you consent to any transfer and Processing in accordance with this Policy.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Site and Services are not directed to children under 13 (and in certain jurisdictions under the age of 16) years of age, and Omidyar Network does not knowingly collect Personally Identifiable Information from children under 13 (and in certain jurisdictions under the age of 16) years of age. If you are under the age of 18, you must have your parent’s permission to access the Site and Services. If you learn that your child has provided us with Personal Information without your consent, you may alert us at [email protected]. If we learn that we have collected any Personal Information from children under 13 (and in certain jurisdictions under the age of 16), we will promptly take steps to delete such information.
12. Redress/Compliance and Accountability
If you have any questions about our privacy practices or this Privacy Policy, please contact Omidyar Network by email at [email protected]. We will address your concerns and attempt to resolve any privacy issues in a timely manner.
13. Other Rights and Important Information
13.1 Changes To Our Privacy Policy and Practices
This Privacy Policy may change from time to time. You understand and agree that you will be deemed to have accepted the updated Privacy Policy if you use the Services after the updated Privacy Policy is posted on the Services. If at any point you do not agree to any portion of the Privacy Policy then in effect, you must immediately stop using the Services.
13.2 California Privacy Rights
California law permits users who are California residents to request and obtain from us once a year, free of charge, a list of the Third Parties to whom we have disclosed their Personal Information (if any) for their direct marketing purposes in the prior calendar year, as well as the type of Personal Information disclosed to those parties. Omidyar Network does not share Personal Information with Third Parties for their own marketing purposes.
14. Definitions
The following capitalized terms shall have the meanings herein as set forth below.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].