Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for AI Social Media Contests for BBQ Fans

Introduction

Welcome to https://ai-social-media-contests-for-bbq-fans.livebursts.com (referred to as “AI Social Media Contests” or “we”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and management of information you provide to us through our website, applications, services, and products.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services linked from our platform. These external resources have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for the practices employed by them.

Processing Activities

When you interact with AI Social Media Contests in any of the aforementioned ways, we engage in various data processing activities, including:

  • Account Management: Creating and maintaining user accounts, allowing access to our services, and facilitating user profiles.
  • Communication: Sending promotional materials, newsletters, updates, and transactional emails or messages (SMS/texts).
  • Transactions: Processing payments, managing purchase history, and ensuring secure financial transactions.
  • Data Analysis: Collecting and analyzing user behavior, preferences, and feedback to improve our services and products.
  • Personalized Content: Delivering personalized content and recommendations based on user interactions.

Personal Data Collection

We collect multiple types of personal data (referred to as “Personal Data” or “Information”) from users, which includes:

  1. Account Information: User name, email address, password (hashed), profile picture, and bio/description.
  2. Payment Details: Credit/debit card numbers, billing addresses, payment history, and transaction records (encrypted).
  3. Financial Data: Bank account information (for direct deposits or withdrawals) and financial transaction logs.
  4. Purchase Information: Product/service purchases, order history, quantities, prices, and delivery details.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, mobile network data, and IP addresses.
  6. Location Data: GPS coordinates and location services data (with user consent).
  7. Feedback and Reviews: User-generated content, ratings, comments, and reviews.
  8. Social Media Information: Username, profile information, and connections from social media platforms when users log in via these sites.
  9. Product Preferences: Data on products viewed, added to carts, or purchased, including product specifications and preferences.

We obtain this data through direct user input forms, account settings, transactions, surveys, feedback requests, and automated tracking technologies (such as cookies and pixels). Third-party service providers may also share Personal Data with us, but they are bound by their respective privacy agreements.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

AI Social Media Contests uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. Cookies can be categorized as:

  1. Strictly Necessary: Essential for website functionality, user authentication, and security.
  2. Preferences: Remembering user preferences, language settings, and customization options.
  3. Analytics: Tracking website usage, gathering statistical data, and understanding user behavior.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their tracking preferences.

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain Personal Data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • Providing and improving our services and products.
  • Ensuring secure transactions and maintaining account integrity.
  • Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducting market research and analytics.

Once the data is no longer required or upon user request, we securely delete or anonymize it to prevent unauthorized access or use.

Data Security

AI Social Media Contests implements robust security measures to safeguard Personal Data:

  • Encryption: We utilize industry-standard encryption protocols for data at rest and in transit.
  • Secure Processing: Payment card information is processed through trusted third-party payment gateways, ensuring PCI DSS compliance.
  • Third-Party Service Providers: We engage reputable partners for specific services, ensuring they adhere to strict security standards.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit Personal Data from children. If you believe we have collected such information by mistake, please contact us immediately using the details provided below, and we will take steps to delete it.

Your Rights (Data Subject Rights)

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your Personal Data:

  • Access: Request access to the Personal Data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • Erasure: Demand the deletion of your data in certain circumstances (e.g., withdrawal of consent).
  • Restriction: Limit our use of your data for specific purposes.
  • Portability: Receive your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another controller.
  • Object: Object to the processing of your data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
  • Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising any of these rights.

To exercise these rights or if you have any data-related queries, please reach out to our privacy team at:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Mail: AI Social Media Contests, Privacy Team, [Street Address], [City, State, ZIP]

Policy Updates and Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any significant changes will be notified via a prominent notice on our website or by directly sending you a notification. We encourage users to review this policy periodically to stay informed about their rights and how we protect their data.

Contact Information

For any questions, comments, or requests regarding privacy or data protection, please contact us at:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address: AI Social Media Contests, [Company Address], [Country]