Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Shareholders United (the "Website") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit shareholdersunited.org. This Website is an informational blog and does not require registration, collect personal data through forms, or store user information in a database.
Information We Collect
When you visit our Website, certain information is automatically collected through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address and geographic location (approximate)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search engine
- Standard server log data
This information is collected anonymously and is not linked to any individual identity.
How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- To improve content relevance and site performance
- To ensure the Website functions correctly
- To deliver targeted advertising through third-party networks (see below)
We do not use your information for any other purpose, and we do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to track traffic patterns
- Advertising cookies: Used by ad networks to display relevant content
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site features.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to support our operations:
- Google Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our content. Google may collect data under its own Privacy Policy.
- Advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense): To display ads based on browsing behavior. These networks may use cookies to serve personalized ads.
- Cloudflare: To improve site security and performance.
These third parties have their own privacy policies and are not under our control. We encourage you to review their policies for more information.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We implement industry-standard practices, including secure servers and encrypted connections (HTTPS), but cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information collected
- Request deletion of personal information collected (subject to exceptions)
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell data, but third parties may collect it for advertising)
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 45 days. We do not knowingly sell personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact us:
William Patterson
2727 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406, United States
Email: [email protected]