Effective Date: September 30, 2024
At ALT Observer (“the Website”), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit altobserver.com. By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, we automatically collect certain information using cookies, marketing pixels, and similar tracking technologies. This information may include:
- IP addresses
- Browser type
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on the Website
- Referral sources (e.g., the website or link that directed you to ALT Observer)
This data helps us improve the functionality and user experience of the Website and is used for analytical purposes.
b. Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you opt to subscribe to our email list, engage with us via a contact form, or participate in promotions or surveys, we may collect the following information:
- Name
- Email address
- Any additional information you provide through communication with us
2. Use of Cookies and Marketing Pixels
ALT Observer uses cookies and marketing pixels to collect data about your interaction with the Website. This data is used primarily for:
- Retargeting and serving ads: We use marketing pixels (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads) to track visitors and deliver targeted ads based on your browsing behavior.
- Website analytics: Cookies help us understand how users interact with the Website, enabling us to improve our content and services.
You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your experience on the Website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect from you for the following purposes:
- To personalize your experience on the Website.
- To retarget and serve ads based on your interactions with the Website.
- To communicate with you via email if you have opted in to receive newsletters, promotions, or updates.
- To send offers from third parties: While we do not sell your information to third parties, we may send promotional offers from third-party companies through our own email marketing channels or serve their ads on the Website.
4. Email Marketing and Opt-In
If you opt in to receive emails from ALT Observer, we may send you periodic updates, newsletters, promotional offers, and other content that may be of interest to you.
- Third-party offers: From time to time, we may send you offers from third-party companies that align with the content and purpose of the Website.
- You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
a. No Sale of Personal Information
ALT Observer does not sell your personal information to third parties. We respect your privacy and do not disclose your information to third parties for marketing purposes unless explicitly outlined in this Privacy Policy.
b. Third-Party Services and Advertisers
While we do not sell your data, we may use third-party services and advertisers to display ads on the Website. These third-party service providers may use cookies, tracking technologies, or pixels to collect anonymous data about your interaction with the Website.
- Any interactions with third-party websites or services are subject to the privacy policies of those third parties.
c. Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
7. Your Rights and Choices
a. Accessing and Updating Your Information
You have the right to access and update the personal information you have provided to us. If you wish to review or correct any information, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
b. Opting Out of Targeted Ads
You can opt out of targeted ads by adjusting your browser settings to limit cookies or using ad-blocking tools. You can also opt out of personalized ads through the settings provided by the ad networks we use (e.g., Facebook, Google).
c. Opting Out of Email Communication
If you no longer wish to receive promotional emails from ALT Observer, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or contacting us at [Insert Contact Information].
8. Use of the Website Without Registration
ALT Observer does not require you to sign up, create an account, or provide any personal information to use the Website. You are free to browse the Website and its content without submitting any information.
- However, certain features (such as subscribing to our newsletter or interacting with promotional offers) may require you to voluntarily provide your information.
9. Children’s Privacy
ALT Observer is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can remove the information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Website. It is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically for updates.