1. Introduction

SpotRank (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you submit a spot, we collect:

• Spot name and address
• Category and description (optional)
• Website URL (optional)
• Geographic coordinates (optional)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use SpotRank, we automatically collect:

• Click data (when you click on spot listings)
• Referrer information (which page you came from)
• Timestamp of interactions
• Browser type and device information
• IP address

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Generating and displaying spot rankings based on engagement
• Providing analytics and insights about spot popularity
• Improving and optimizing our service
• Preventing fraud and manipulation of rankings
• Responding to user inquiries and support requests
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

We store your data securely using industry-standard practices:

• Data is stored in secure databases with encryption
• Access to data is restricted to authorized personnel only
• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data
• However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

SpotRank uses tracking technologies to:

• Track clicks on spot listings for ranking purposes
• Analyze traffic patterns and user behavior
• Improve user experience

Click tracking is essential to our ranking system and cannot be opted out of while using the service.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

• Publicly: Aggregated click statistics and rankings are displayed publicly
• With service providers: Third-party services that help us operate (e.g., database hosting)
• For legal reasons: When required by law or to protect our rights

7. Data Retention

We retain data for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and maintain rankings
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

9. Children's Privacy

SpotRank is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

SpotRank may contain links to third-party websites (spot websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using SpotRank, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

12. 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 revision date. Your continued use of SpotRank after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.