Principle 1: Identify the Purposes for Collection
The purposes for which personal information is collected shall be identified at or before the time the information is collected.
Principle 2: Limit the Collection
The collection of personal information will be limited to that which is necessary for the purposes identified. Information shall be collected by fair and lawful means.
Principle 3: Obtain Consent
The knowledge and consent of the individual are required for the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information, except where inappropriate.
Principle 4: Limit Use, Disclosure and Retention
Personal information shall not be used or disclosed for purposes other than those for which it was collected, except with the consent of the individual or as required or permitted by law. Personal information will be retained only as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes.
Principle 5: Ensure Accuracy
Personal information shall be as accurate, complete, and up-to-date as is necessary for the purposes for which it is to be used.
Principle 6: Use Appropriate Safeguards
Personal information shall be protected by security safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information.
Principle 7: Provide Access
Upon request, an individual shall be informed of the existence, use, and disclosure of his or her personal information and shall be given access to that information. An individual shall be able to challenge the accuracy and completeness of the information and have it amended as appropriate.
Principle 8: Challenging Compliance
An individual shall be able to address a challenge concerning compliance with these 10 principles to the individual or individuals designated under Principle 9.
Principle 9: Be Accountable
Aucto is responsible for personal information under its control and shall designate an individual or individuals who are accountable for its compliance with these 10 principles.
Principle 10: Be Open about Our Personal Information Handling Policies and Practices
Aucto will make readily available to individuals specific information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.
What is personal information?
Personal information is information that can identify you. It can include your name, home address and telephone number, e-mail address, payment records, credit information, and information about your preferences for products and services.