Kicksologists (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, Kicksologists (the “Site”), and informs you of your rights regarding your personal data. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your information and how we will treat it.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data about you:
- Personal Identification Information: This includes your name, email address, and any other details you provide voluntarily when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us through the Site.
- Usage Data: Information on how you interact with the Site, including pages visited, time spent, and your general browsing behavior.
- Technical Data: This includes IP addresses, browser type and version, time zone setting, operating system, and device type.
2. How We Collect Your Information
We collect information from you in the following ways:
- Directly from you: When you voluntarily provide personal information by filling out forms, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us via email.
- Automatically: When you interact with our website, we may automatically collect data such as your browsing behavior, IP address, and device type via cookies or other tracking technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide and improve our services: We use your information to improve the performance, functionality, and user experience of the Site.
- To send updates and newsletters: With your consent, we may send you emails or newsletters about the latest news, articles, and promotions from Kicksologists.
- To analyze data: We use aggregated data for analytical purposes, which helps us understand how our audience uses the Site and informs future content creation.
- To ensure the Site’s security: We monitor and maintain the Site’s safety and security by tracking user activity and detecting potential threats.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist us with hosting, analytics, and email marketing services. These providers are obligated to safeguard your data and only use it for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to authorities to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights and safety of Kicksologists and its users.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information and improve your experience on the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and remember your preferences.
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: Used to collect information about how visitors use the Site.
- Advertising Cookies: May be used by third-party advertisers to deliver ads that are relevant to your interests.
You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
6. Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously and have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under applicable data protection laws:
- Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Erasure: In certain circumstances, you can ask us to delete your personal data.
- Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in some cases, such as for direct marketing purposes.
- Data Portability: You may request that we transfer your personal data to another service provider.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at kicksologists@gmail.com.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the country where our servers are based, your data may be transferred internationally to provide the services you request. We ensure that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that this Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
Kicksologists
kicksologists@gmail.com
1107 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #830
South Pasadena, CA