Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters

At goldcresttech.vip, we understand that privacy is especially important when discussing mental health. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

• Account information (username, email address)
• Profile information (optional personal details)
• Community posts and messages
• Support group participation
• Feedback and communications with us

Automatically Collected Information:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent)
• IP address and location data
• Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

• Provide Services: Operate our support groups and community features
• Safety: Monitor for harmful content and ensure community safety
• Improvement: Analyze usage to improve our services
• Communication: Send important updates and notifications
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect rights

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure hosting and infrastructure
• Employee training on data protection

Third-Party Services and Advertising

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage and improve our services. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to visiting our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this information anonymously.

You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on available at Google Analytics Opt-out.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and for advertising purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance
• Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing content on social media platforms

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our services
• Advertising Partners: Google and other advertising networks for personalized advertising
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete such information promptly.

Your Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where applicable
• Opt-out: Opt out of personalized advertising

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date below. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Last Updated: August 25, 2024

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]