Privacy Policy

Created on 5 December, 2024 • 25 views • 2 minutes read

Privacy Policy for BlockTreeLinks.com

Last updated: December 4, 2024

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how BlockTreeLinks ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in a transparent manner.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information:

• Email address
• Username and password
• Payment information (for paid subscriptions)
• Usage data
• IP address
• Device information

2.2 Service Data

When using our services, we collect:

• Links you create
• Analytics data of your links
• Page customization settings
• Usage patterns and interactions

2.3 Automated Data Collection

We automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device type
• Access times and dates
• Pages visited
• Click data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Processing your payments
• Sending service updates and notifications
• Analyzing usage to improve our services
• Preventing fraud and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand user behavior. This service may collect:

• Usage Data
• IP addresses (anonymized)
• Browser information
• Device information

4.2 Payment Processing

We use secure third-party payment processors:

• Stripe
• PayPal

These processors collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies.

4.3 External Content

We use external services for:

• Google Fonts
• Font Awesome

These services may collect usage data according to their privacy policies.

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Data Storage

We store data on secure servers using industry-standard encryption. Our hosting infrastructure is provided by cloud service providers who maintain high security standards.

5.2 Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against:

• Unauthorized access
• Alteration
• Disclosure
• Destruction

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to data processing
• Export your data
• Withdraw consent

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Needed to provide our services
• Required by law
• Necessary for legitimate business purposes

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed in the United States and other countries where we operate or maintain facilities.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Improve our services

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on our website
• Sending an email notification
• Displaying a notice in your account

12. Contact Information

13. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights

14. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data based on:

• Contract performance
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate interests
• Consent

15. Data Protection Officer