Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 2025
Last Updated: October 2025

 

1. Introduction

OatInformation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.

 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website www.oatinformation.com, subscribe to our reports, or contact us for research or analytics services.

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By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• a. Information you provide directly:

• Contact details (name, company, email address, phone number)

• Subscription or inquiry details (e.g., research requests, demo requests, report access)

• Payment or billing information (only when purchasing a service or subscription)

• b. Information collected automatically:

• Browser type, device, IP address, and operating system

• Pages viewed, time on site, and referring websites

• Cookies or similar tracking technologies (see below)

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to inquiries and provide requested information or reports

Manage subscriptions and account access for our GOMA platform or research services

 

Improve our website, data analytics, and client experience

Send updates, newsletters, or market information (only if you have opted in)

Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

 

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tools to:

Improve site functionality and performance

Understand visitor behavior and usage patterns

Support features like contact forms, login sessions, or language preferences

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.

 

5. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Our website is hosted on secure servers and protected by SSL encryption.
While we follow industry best practices, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

 

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

Provide our services and fulfill contractual obligations

Meet legal or accounting requirements

Maintain business records for legitimate operational purposes

 

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information

Withdraw consent to marketing communications at any time

Request a copy of your data or ask how it’s processed

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@oatinformation.com
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8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may include links to external sites (e.g., research partners, government data sources).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

 

9. International Data Transfers

As a Canada- and U.S.-based company serving a global client base, your data may be processed in countries where privacy laws differ.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information wherever it is processed.

 

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new laws or business changes.
Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

 

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

 

OatInformation
Minneapolis, MN, USA & British Columbia, Canada