Privacy Policy for 3I/ATLAS Tracker

Last Updated: August 25, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how 3I/ATLAS Tracker ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information on our website, 3I/ATLAS Tracker (the "Site"). It also details how we comply with data privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and outlines user rights. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Data Collection

We collect personal information to provide and improve our services, including astronomy-related content and personalized ads through Google AdSense. The information we collect includes:

• Information You Provide: When you use our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and message to respond to your inquiries.
• Information Collected Automatically: We may collect data through tracking tools like cookies, including IP addresses, device information, and browsing behavior, to analyze site usage and serve targeted ads.

This disclosure aligns with requirements from Google AdSense and data privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and serve personalized ads. Google AdSense uses cookies to track visitor behavior for advertising purposes. Examples of data collected via cookies include:

• IP addresses
• Browsing activity
• Device information

We also use Google Analytics to analyze site traffic and user behavior. You can learn more about how Google uses cookies at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en-US. Users can opt out of personalized ads by following the instructions provided in Section 5.

3. Third-Party Services

We share data with third parties to operate our Site and provide services. Specifically:

• Google AdSense: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to our Site and other sites. Google may use this data for personalized advertising. You can review Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en-US.
• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze site usage, which may involve sharing data with Google. Their privacy practices are outlined at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en-US.

We ensure transparency by providing links to third-party privacy policies, as required by laws like the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) and Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).

4. Purpose of Processing Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries submitted via our contact form.
• To analyze site usage and improve content through Google Analytics.
• To serve targeted advertisements via Google AdSense, which is heavily regulated under data privacy laws.

Our legal basis for processing, as required by GDPR, includes providing services and legitimate interests such as site improvement and advertising.

5. User Rights and Opt-Out Options

You have rights over your personal information, including:

• The right to access, correct, or delete your data.
• The right to restrict or object to processing.
• The right to data portability (where applicable).
• The right to withdraw consent at any time (where consent is the legal basis).

To opt out of personalized ads served by Google AdSense, you can visit Google's Ad Settings page at https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated. Instructions for opting out are provided to align with AdSense requirements and applicable laws.

If you have concerns, you can contact us using the details in Section 7.

6. GDPR Compliance

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Economic Area (EEA). This includes:

• Ensuring user consent for data collection, where required.
• Providing clear opt-out options for non-consenting users.
• Disclosing how we collect, use, and share data with third parties.
• Offering mechanisms for users to exercise their rights under GDPR.

If you are in the EEA, you can contact our Data Protection Officer using the contact information in Section 7 for GDPR-related requests.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact us at:

• Email: cybrwzrd7@gmail.com

8. Accessibility and Transparency

This Privacy Policy is easily accessible on our Site, located in the footer and main menu. We use clear, understandable language to ensure transparency and avoid legal or technical jargon, as required by Google AdSense and data privacy laws.

9. Minors

Our Site does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or equivalent age under applicable laws). If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data promptly.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with the updated date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.