Effective Date: February 5, 2025
Who We Are
Opkie (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. Our website address is https://opkie.com. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and related services (collectively, the “Service”). By using our Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
1. Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with our Service, you may provide personal information, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business address
- Payment information (if applicable)
2. Information Collected Automatically
We collect certain data automatically when you use our website, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and settings
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
- Cookies and tracking technologies (explained below)
3. User-Generated Content
If you leave comments or upload media (e.g., images), we collect the data shared in the comment form along with your IP address and browser details to help prevent spam. Avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) as visitors can extract this information.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience, including:
- Remembering login details and preferences
- Tracking user engagement and analytics
- Detecting security threats and preventing fraud
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our Service may not function properly.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and improve our Service
- Process transactions and send invoices (if applicable)
- Enhance security and prevent fraud
- Communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, or service-related messages
- Analyze usage trends and improve user experience
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
Who We Share Your Data With
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with payment processors, cloud hosting services, or analytics tools that help operate our Service. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose data if required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights, property, or users.
- Business Transfers: If Opkie undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Data Retention
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
- User account data is stored as long as the account is active. Users can edit or delete their personal data anytime, except for usernames.
- If you request account deletion, we will remove your personal data unless retention is required for legal, security, or regulatory reasons.
Your Rights Over Your Data
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates to your data
- Request deletion of your data (except where legally required to retain it)
- Opt-out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails
- Opt-out of marketing sms messages by replying “stop”
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@opkie.com.
How We Protect Your Data
We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data, including:
- Secure storage on U.S.-based servers
- Encryption and access controls
- Regular security audits
Despite our efforts, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover such data, we will delete it immediately. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, contact us at contact@opkie.com.
Embedded Content & External Links
Articles on our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles) from third-party websites. These sites may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Notification Procedures
We may send notices (legal, marketing, or business-related) via email, website announcements, or other means. We reserve the right to determine the method of notification.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes take effect when posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: Opkie
Email: contact@opkie.com
Website: https://opkie.com