Privacy Policy

We collect information you provide directly to us and information we collect automatically when you use our services: **Information You Provide:** • Email addresses when subscribing to newsletters • Name and company information for guide downloads • Contact information when reaching out for support • Feedback and survey responses **Information Collected Automatically:** • Website usage data and analytics • IP addresses and general location data • Browser type and device information • Pages visited and time spent on site • Referral sources and search terms

We use the information we collect to: **Provide Our Services:** • Deliver AI tool reviews and comparisons • Send newsletters and updates to subscribers • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries • Improve our website and user experience **Analytics and Improvement:** • Analyze website traffic and user behavior • Improve our content and recommendations • Develop new features and services • Conduct research and analytics **Communications:** • Send requested newsletters and updates • Respond to customer service requests • Send important service announcements • Share relevant AI tool insights (if subscribed)

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these limited circumstances: **Service Providers:** • Email service providers for newsletter delivery • Analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.) • Hosting and infrastructure providers • Customer support tools **Legal Requirements:** • When required by law or legal process • To protect our rights and safety • To investigate fraud or security issues • In connection with business transfers **With Your Consent:** • When you explicitly agree to sharing • For specific partnerships or collaborations

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience: **Essential Cookies:** • Session management and authentication • Security and fraud prevention • Basic website functionality **Analytics Cookies:** • Google Analytics for website statistics • Performance monitoring and optimization • User behavior analysis **Marketing Cookies:** • Social media integration • Affiliate tracking (when applicable) • Advertising measurement You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

We implement various security measures to protect your information: **Technical Safeguards:** • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission • Secure hosting infrastructure • Regular security updates and patches • Access controls and authentication **Organizational Measures:** • Limited access to personal data • Staff training on privacy practices • Regular security assessments • Incident response procedures **Data Retention:** • We retain data only as long as necessary • Newsletter subscriptions until unsubscribed • Analytics data according to service policies • Support inquiries for reasonable periods

You have several rights regarding your personal information: **Access and Control:** • Request access to your personal data • Correct inaccurate information • Delete your data (subject to legal requirements) • Export your data in portable formats **Communication Preferences:** • Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time • Opt out of marketing communications • Update your email preferences • Choose notification frequency **Browser Controls:** • Disable cookies and tracking • Use private/incognito browsing • Install ad blockers or privacy extensions • Configure browser privacy settings

Our website integrates with various third-party services: **Analytics Services:** • Google Analytics - website traffic analysis • Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy **Email Services:** • SendGrid/Mailchimp - newsletter delivery • Subject to their respective privacy policies **Social Media:** • Social sharing buttons and widgets • May collect data according to their policies **AI Tool Providers:** • Affiliate links may track referrals • Review their privacy policies independently We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

SiteOptz.ai is based in the United States, but we serve users globally: **Data Transfers:** • Data may be processed in the United States • We ensure appropriate safeguards for international transfers • EU users have specific rights under GDPR • We comply with applicable international privacy laws **Regional Compliance:** • GDPR compliance for European users • CCPA compliance for California residents • Other regional privacy law compliance as applicable **Contact for International Inquiries:** For questions about international data transfers or regional privacy rights, contact us at privacy@siteoptz.ai.

SiteOptz.ai is not intended for children under 13 years of age: **Age Restrictions:** • We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 • Our services are designed for business and professional use • If we learn we have collected child data, we will delete it promptly **Parental Rights:** • Parents can request deletion of their child's data • We will verify parental identity before taking action • Contact us immediately if you believe we have child data **Educational Use:** • Educational institutions should review our terms before use • Student data requires special handling and consent

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically: **Notification of Changes:** • Material changes will be posted prominently on our website • Email notification to subscribers for significant updates • Previous versions will be archived for reference • Effective date will be clearly indicated **Your Continued Use:** • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance • You may discontinue use if you disagree with changes • Contact us with questions about policy updates **Review Schedule:** We review this policy annually and update it as needed to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws.

For privacy-related questions or requests: **Privacy Contact:** Email: privacy@siteoptz.ai Subject: Privacy Inquiry **Data Protection Requests:** • Access, correction, or deletion requests • Questions about data processing • Complaints about privacy practices • Opt-out requests **Response Time:** We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 5 business days and fulfill data requests within 30 days, as required by applicable law. **Mailing Address:** SiteOptz.ai Privacy Team San Francisco, CA