Privacy Policy
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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 27, 2025
Last Updated: January 27, 2025
1. Introduction
AttentionWorthy Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates this website and provides news curation services to other websites. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information.
Contact Information:
AttentionWorthy Inc.
607 E. Blanco Rd, Box 2036
Boerne, Texas 78006
Email: [email protected]
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Email addresses when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact Forms: Name, email address, subject, and message content when you contact us
- Business Communications: Information provided when engaging with our sales channels
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
- Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about website usage, including:
- IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring websites
- Device information
- Technical Data: Server logs, cookies (essential only), and other technical information necessary for website operation
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Newsletter Communications: Sending curated news updates to subscribers
- Customer Service: Responding to inquiries and providing support
- Service Improvement: Analyzing website usage to improve our content and services
- Content Curation: Understanding visitor interests to make better content decisions
- Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations and protecting our rights
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We share information with the following types of service providers:
- Formspree: For processing contact forms and newsletter subscriptions
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance measurement
- News Integration Partners: Business partners who integrate our curated content (business contact information only)
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or to:
- Protect our rights and property
- Investigate potential violations of our terms
- Protect the safety of users or the public
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Data Retention
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Contact Form Data: Retained until you request deletion
- Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics retention settings (typically 26 months)
- Business Communications: Retained for legitimate business purposes and legal requirements
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time
- Opt out of analytics tracking (through browser settings)
6.2 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected] with your request.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Cookies and Tracking
8.1 Essential Cookies
We use essential cookies necessary for website functionality.
8.2 Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website usage. You can opt out by:
- Using browser settings to block cookies
- Installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
- Using “Do Not Track” browser settings
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.
10. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
11. International Users
Our services are operated from the United States. If you access our services from outside the US, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending email notifications for significant changes (to newsletter subscribers)
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Mail: AttentionWorthy Inc., 607 E. Blanco Rd, Box 2036, Boerne, Texas 78006
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Texas and the United States.