PRIVACY POLICY

Last update: 06/09/2025

1. INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE

This Privacy Policy describes how 333 AUTO WORLD INC (“333 AUTO WORLD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information about you. It applies to your use of any online service location that posts a link to this Privacy Policy, including our website located at www.333autoworld.com, and all features, content, and other services that we own, control, and make available through such online service location (collectively, the “Service”).

This Privacy Policy has been expanded to specifically address our User-Generated Content (“UGC”) Video Program, through which we collect and purchase video content from users. By using the Service or participating in our UGC Video Program, you agree to our collection, use, and disclosure practices as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. INFORMATION COLLECTION

Information You Provide to Us

333 AUTO WORLD collects information that you voluntarily submit through the Service. The categories of information we collect include:

Contact Data:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Country
  • Video files
  • Optional social media handles

UGC Video Program Specific Information:

  • Payment information (for $25 per approved video compensation)
  • Vehicle information (make, model, year)
  • Location where video was recorded
  • Video metadata (date, time, equipment used)
  • Consent confirmations regarding content ownership and rights

Information Collected Automatically

333 AUTO WORLD also automatically collects certain information about your device and how it interacts with our Service, including:

  • IP address and device identifiers
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Referring website information
  • Browsing habits and Service usage patterns

We use various tracking technologies to collect this information, including cookies, pixels, and location-identifying technologies.

3. USE OF INFORMATION

333 AUTO WORLD uses the information we collect for business and commercial purposes including:

  • Operating and managing our Service
  • Responding to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Sending technical notices and administrative messages
  • Preventing fraud and security threats
  • Monitoring trends and improving our Service
  • Marketing our products and services
  • Providing advertisements

UGC Video Program Specific Uses:

  • Reviewing and moderating submitted video content
  • Processing payments for approved videos
  • Organizing and administering prize drawings
  • Editing, distributing, and publishing approved videos
  • Identifying potential long-term content creators
  • Promoting our brand through user-submitted content
  • Demonstrating our marketing capabilities to potential partners

4. CONTENT OWNERSHIP AND RIGHTS

When you submit video content through our UGC Video Program:

  • You grant 333 AUTO WORLD a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, royalty-free license, with the right to sublicense, to use, reproduce, distribute, create derivative works of, display, and perform your submitted videos in all media formats and channels now known or later developed.
  • You retain ownership of your original content, but 333 AUTO WORLD has the right to edit, modify, and repurpose the content as we see fit.
  • You waive any moral rights or rights of attribution with respect to our use of the content.
  • You understand that we may use your content without providing attribution, though we may choose to credit you at our discretion.
  • You acknowledge that the $25 payment (if your video is approved) constitutes full consideration for the rights granted.

5. SHARING OF INFORMATION

333 AUTO WORLD shares information we collect in accordance with this Privacy Policy. The types of entities with whom we share information include:

  • Service providers who process information on our behalf
  • Affiliates for internal business purposes
  • Vendors and other parties for business and commercial purposes
  • Promotion partners for sweepstakes, contests, and other promotions
  • Clients in connection with our services
  • Legal authorities when required by law or to protect rights

UGC Video Program Specific Sharing:

  • We may share approved videos with automotive industry partners
  • We may feature your videos in marketing materials, social media, and advertising campaigns
  • We may share your contact information with potential partners if you’re identified as a potential long-term content creator (only with your consent)

6. CONTENT MODERATION

For our UGC Video Program, we implement the following content moderation processes:

  • All submitted videos undergo a multi-stage review process before approval
  • We screen for illegal activities, dangerous behavior, and copyright violations
  • We are not obligated to purchase or use every video submitted
  • We reserve the right to reject content at our sole discretion
  • We maintain records of moderation decisions for compliance purposes

Handling of Potentially Illegal Content

If we receive content that appears to depict illegal activities:

  • We will immediately quarantine such content and prevent its distribution
  • We will not approve, purchase, or distribute such content
  • We will maintain appropriate records of the submission
  • We may report truly concerning content to appropriate authorities if legally required
  • We will notify the submitter of the rejection without specifying details

7. PAYMENT FOR CONTENT

For our UGC Video Program:

  • We pay $25 for each approved video (subject to our internal budget)
  • Payment processing occurs within 30 days of approval
  • The best videos (based on engagement metrics) may be eligible for prize drawings including iPhone, watches, headphones and other bonuses
  • All payments and prizes are subject to applicable tax reporting requirements
  • We are not obligated to purchase every video submitted

8. USER RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Tracking Technologies Choices

You can manage cookies through your browser settings and opt out of certain tracking technologies.

Analytics and Interest-Based Advertising

You can opt out of analytics services and interest-based advertising through various industry tools.

Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link or contacting us.

You may opt out of text messages by replying STOP to any message.

UGC Video Program Specific Rights

  • Content Removal Requests: You may request removal of your submitted videos by contacting support@333autoworld.com. We will consider such requests on a case-by-case basis, but note that we may retain copies as required for legal compliance or legitimate business purposes.
  • Payment Disputes: For issues related to video payments, contact support@333autoworld.com with details of your submission and payment concern.
  • Attribution Requests: If you wish to be credited for your content in certain contexts, you may submit a request which we will consider at our discretion.

9. DATA SECURITY

We take reasonable steps to protect your information through physical, electronic, and managerial procedures. However, due to the inherent open nature of the internet, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

For UGC Video Program submissions, we implement additional security measures to protect your content during the review and storage process.

10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

The Service and UGC Video Program are not intended for users under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

For the UGC Video Program specifically:

  • Submitters must be at least 18 years old
  • Content depicting minors must have verifiable parental consent
  • We will reject content that appears to have been submitted by or features minors without appropriate consent

11. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER

Our Service is maintained in the United States. Information collected may be transferred to, processed, stored, and used in the U.S. and other countries. Data protection laws in these locations may differ from those in your country.

12. COPYRIGHT COMPLIANCE

For our UGC Video Program:

  • You must own all rights to submitted content or have obtained all necessary permissions
  • No copyrighted music, brands, or third-party content may be included without proper licenses
  • You must secure appropriate releases from all identifiable individuals appearing in your videos
  • You are solely responsible for ensuring your submission does not infringe any third-party rights
  • We reserve the right to reject content that appears to violate copyright or other intellectual property rights
  • Repeated copyright violations may result in termination of your participation in the program

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may amend this Privacy Policy at any time by posting the revised version. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. For material changes affecting your rights, we will provide prior notice when possible.

14. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our UGC Video Program, contact us at support@333autoworld.com or our mailing address.

15. ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

California residents have certain rights regarding their personal information under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and “Shine the Light.”

For UGC Video Program participants in California:

  • You have the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it
  • You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
  • You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information
  • You will not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

16. ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR DATA SUBJECTS IN EUROPE

European data protection law distinguishes between controllers and processors.  333 AUTO WORLD INC may act as either, depending on the context.

For UGC Video Program participants in Europe:

  • We process your personal data based on your consent, contract performance, legal obligations, or legitimate interests
  • You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability
  • You may withdraw consent at any time
  • You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

By using our Service or participating in our UGC Video Program, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.