California Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [10-09-2024]
This notice supplements our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and applies solely to users who reside in the State of California. We adopt this notice to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”) and other California privacy laws.
1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect
In the past 12 months, we may have collected the following categories of personal information from California residents:
- Identifiers: Such as your name, email address, IP address, or other similar identifiers.
- Internet or other electronic network activity information: Including browsing history, search history, and interactions with our Site.
- Geolocation data: Based on your IP address to determine your location for compliance with California law and aggregate analytics.
- Commercial information: Such as records of products or services purchased, obtained, or considered.
- Inferences drawn: From the above categories to create a profile reflecting your preferences, characteristics, or behavior.
2. Sources of Personal Information
We collect personal information from the following sources:
- Directly from you: When you create an account, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us.
- Automatically: Through cookies, tracking technologies, and server logs when you interact with our Site.
- Third Parties: Such as service providers and analytics partners.
3. Purposes for Collecting Personal Information
We collect and use personal information for the following business and commercial purposes:
- Providing Services: To operate the Site, manage your account, and process transactions.
- Personalization: To tailor content and ads based on your preferences.
- Communication: To send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials.
- Analytics: To measure usage, trends, and improve our services.
- Security: To protect against fraudulent activities and ensure the security of the Site.
- Compliance: To meet legal obligations, such as responding to legal requests.
4. Your CCPA Rights
Under the CCPA, California residents have the following rights regarding their personal information:
- Right to Know: You have the right to request that we disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you in the past 12 months.
- Right to Delete: You can request that we delete any personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., completing a transaction, legal compliance).
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not “sell” personal information as defined under the CCPA. However, if we use cookies for targeted advertising, it may be considered a “sale” under the CCPA. You can opt-out of such practices through our Do Not Sell My Personal Information link.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment if you exercise any of your CCPA rights.
5. How to Exercise Your CCPA Rights
To exercise your rights under the CCPA, you may:
- Submit a request to know or delete: By emailing us at [your email address] with “CCPA Request” in the subject line. Please specify whether your request is a “Right to Know” or “Right to Delete” request.
- Opt-Out of Sale: You can opt-out of the “sale” of personal information (as defined under the CCPA) by clicking the Do Not Sell My Personal Information link on our Site.
We will verify your request by asking for information to confirm your identity (such as your email address or account details). You may also designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf.
6. Categories of Personal Information Disclosed for Business Purposes
In the past 12 months, we may have disclosed the following categories of personal information to third parties for business purposes:
- Identifiers: To service providers for payment processing and email marketing.
- Internet or other electronic network activity: To analytics providers to help us improve the Site.
- Geolocation data: To ad networks for targeting purposes.
We do not “sell” personal information for monetary compensation. However, some sharing of data through cookies and tracking technologies for advertising may be considered a “sale” under the CCPA.
7. Shine the Light Disclosure
Under California’s “Shine the Light” law, residents can request information about the types of personal information shared with third parties for direct marketing purposes. However, we do not share personal information for direct marketing purposes.
8. Cookies and Do Not Track Signals
- We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for various purposes, including analytics and advertising. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.
- We do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals from web browsers. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information for a period of two years, or as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
10. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it as soon as possible.
11. Changes to This California Privacy Policy
We may update this California Privacy Policy periodically. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of any changes.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this policy or your rights under California law, you can contact us at:
- Email: [your email address]
This California-specific policy ensures compliance with the CCPA while reflecting the specifics of your business. Let me know if there are any areas that need adjusting or any additional details to include.