Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Appropri8 ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at appropri8.com (the "Site").

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Email address (when subscribing to our newsletter)
• Name (if provided in comments or forms)
• Any information you provide in comments, feedback, or communications

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device information

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of this Site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Site
• To improve user experience and Site functionality
• To send newsletters and updates (if you've subscribed)
• To respond to your inquiries and support requests
• To analyze Site usage and traffic patterns
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Third-party advertising vendors, including Google, may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to serve ads and measure ad performance.

Google and its advertising partners may use advertising cookies to show ads based on your visits to this Site and/or other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You may also opt out of some third-party vendors' personalized advertising cookies through AboutAds Choices.

For more information about how Google uses information from sites and apps that use its services, please visit Google's Privacy & Terms .

4.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies and may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on .

4.3 Firebase

We use Firebase for authentication, database services, and analytics. Firebase may collect and store information as described in Firebase's Privacy Policy .

4.4 Sentry

We use Sentry for error tracking and monitoring. Sentry may collect technical information about errors and performance issues. For more information, see Sentry's Privacy Policy .

4.5 Buttondown (Newsletter)

Our newsletter is powered by Buttondown. When you subscribe, your email address is stored and processed by Buttondown. For more information, see Buttondown's Privacy Policy .

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our Site (e.g., hosting, analytics)
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• In connection with a business transfer (e.g., merger, acquisition)
• With your explicit consent

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through your browser or reopen this Site's cookie banner from the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided in the "Contact Us" section.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.

10. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• The right to data portability
• The right to object to processing
• The right to withdraw consent at any time
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

We process your data based on the following legal bases: consent, legitimate interests, contractual necessity, or legal obligations.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

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

We do not sell your personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@appropri8.com
Website: appropri8.com/contact