1. Introduction
Welcome to Gold Position ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Email Addresses: If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we collect your email address
- Voluntary Communications: Any information you provide when contacting us
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: Asset tickers searched, time periods selected, and features used
- Analytics Data: Through Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity, we collect:
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address (anonymized)
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Click patterns and user interactions
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns
2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect
- We do not collect financial account information
- We do not collect payment information (donations are processed by third parties)
- We do not collect social security numbers or government IDs
- We do not track your actual investment positions or trades
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To provide and maintain the Gold Position service
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our features
- Communication: To send newsletters or updates (only if you've subscribed)
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with our service
- Security: To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
4. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
4.1 Analytics Services
4.2 Data Providers
4.3 Donation Platforms
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
- Service Providers: With third-party services that help us operate (as listed above)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your information:
- Access: Request a copy of the information we have about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Cookie Control: Disable cookies through your browser settings (may affect functionality)
- Do Not Track: We respect browser "Do Not Track" signals
8. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Email Addresses: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Analytics Data: Typically 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Usage Logs: Up to 90 days for security and troubleshooting
9. Children's Privacy
Gold Position is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. International Users
If you are accessing Gold Position from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.
11. 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.
Significant changes will be communicated through:
- A notice on our website
- Email notification (if you've subscribed)
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. This policy reflects our current practices and may be updated to reflect changes in our service or legal requirements.