Privacy policy

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

The only personal information we collect directly from users is:

• Email address, when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter

Providing your email address is optional. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us.

b. Automatically Collected Information

Our Website is hosted on Wix, which may automatically collect limited technical information necessary to operate and secure the site, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device and operating system information
• Basic access logs

This information is used for website functionality, performance, and security and is not used by us to identify individual users.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information only to:

• Send newsletters or updates to users who have subscribed
• Operate, maintain, and secure the Website
• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Swapdotz does not intentionally use cookies or tracking technologies for analytics or advertising.

However, Wix, as our hosting provider, may use essential cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for the Website to function properly and securely. These cookies do not track users for marketing purposes.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect Website functionality.

4. Disclosure of Information

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers (such as Wix or email delivery services) that help us operate the Website or send newsletters
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Swapdotz, our users, or others
• In connection with a business transaction such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

We do not share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (EU/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter
• Legitimate interests – to operate, secure, and maintain the Website
• Legal obligations – when required by law

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your data
• The right to withdraw consent at any time
• The right to object to or restrict certain processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at legal@swapdotz.com.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), including the right to request access to or deletion of your personal information. Swapdotz does not sell or share personal information as defined under California law.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide newsletter communications
• Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
• Comply with legal requirements

If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our active mailing list.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access the Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate protections are in place.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

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

• Swapdotz LLC
• Email: legal@swapdotz.com