1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Personal information you disclose to us

In Short: We collect personal information that you provide to us.

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the site, express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and Services, when you participate in activities on the site (such as by posting messages in our online forums or entering competitions, contests or giveaways) or otherwise when you contact us. The personal information that we collect depends on the context of your interactions with us and the choices you make. The personal information we collect may include, for example, your name, email address, phone number, and social media profile information.

Information automatically collected

In Short: Some information — such as your IP address and browser/device characteristics — is collected automatically when you visit our site.

We automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, use, or navigate the site. This information does not reveal your specific identity but may include device and usage data, such as your IP address, browser and device characteristics, operating system, language preferences, referring URLs, device name, country, location, and information about how and when you use our site. We use this information to maintain security, perform analytics, and improve our Services.

2. WILL YOUR INFORMATION BE SHARED WITH ANYONE?

In Short: We only share information with your consent, to comply with laws, to provide you with services, to protect your rights, or to fulfill business obligations.

• Business Transfers: We may share or transfer your information during negotiations or transactions such as mergers, asset sales, financing, or acquisitions.
• Affiliates: We may share information with our subsidiaries, parent company, or joint ventures, and require them to honor this notice.
• Business Partners: We may share information with partners who offer products, services, or promotions.
• Other Users: Public areas of the site may allow other users to view content you post (e.g., forums, social features).

3. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?

In Short: Yes. We use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store your information.

We and our service providers may use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies to access or store information. You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser or device settings. For details, see our Cookie Notice.

4. HOW DO WE HANDLE YOUR SOCIAL LOGINS?

In Short: If you log in via social media, we may receive certain profile data.

When you use a social media account to log in (e.g., Facebook, Twitter), we receive the information you authorize, such as your name, email, and profile picture. We use this data in accordance with this notice and only for the purposes described when you connect the account.

5. IS YOUR INFORMATION TRANSFERRED INTERNATIONALLY?

In Short: Your information may be processed or stored outside your country.

Our servers and service providers may operate in various countries. If you are outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other jurisdictions with different data protection laws. We take steps to safeguard your data under applicable laws.

6. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?

In Short: We retain your information as long as needed for business or legal purposes.

Unless a longer retention period is required by law, we delete or anonymize personal data when it is no longer needed for the purposes outlined in this notice, typically within 120 days of last use.

7. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?

In Short: No. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18.

If we learn we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we may have such data, please contact us.

8. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?

In Short: You may access, correct, or delete your data, and opt out of marketing.

• European residents can lodge a complaint with their supervisory authority: EU Authorities.
• Swiss residents can contact: FDPIC.
• To review, update, or delete your account data, or unsubscribe from marketing emails, please email us.

9. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES

Most browsers support a Do-Not-Track (DNT) signal. Currently, we do not act on DNT signals, but if standards change, we will update this notice.

10. DO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?

In Short: Yes. Under CCPA/CPRA, you have rights to access, delete, and opt out of sale of personal information.

California residents may request disclosure of categories of personal data disclosed or sold, request deletion, and opt out of sale. Submit requests via email or mail.

11. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?

In Short: Yes. We will update this notice as needed, with a revised date at the top.

Significant changes will be noted with a “Revised” date and communicated by posting here or via email.

12. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?

If you have questions or comments about this notice, you may contact us or write to:

13. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?

Depending on local laws, you may have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us. We will respond within 30 days.