Effective Date: 2024-10-19
DateCritic.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, DateCritic.com (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information from users of our Site:
a. Personal Information
We may collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as:
- Name
- Email address
- IP address
- Any other information you voluntarily provide through forms or interactions on our Site (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or leaving a comment).
b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personally identifiable information (Non-PII) such as:
- Browser type
- Device information
- Geographic location (city or region)
- Usage data, including pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To improve our website, services, and user experience.
- To communicate with you, including sending updates, newsletters, and other relevant information (with your consent).
- To respond to your inquiries or provide customer support.
- To analyze website traffic, track trends, and gather statistics about user interactions.
- To prevent fraudulent activity and ensure the security of the Site.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Enhance user experience by storing preferences.
- Provide personalized content and targeted advertisements.
- Collect analytical data to understand user behavior.
You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may limit some functionalities of the Site.
4. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., analytics services, email marketing providers) to help us operate the Site.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information when required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, or to protect our rights.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including dating services and other affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any personal information.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the security of your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
- The right to request corrections or updates to your information.
- The right to request deletion of your personal data.
- The right to opt-out of receiving marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.