Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how SEA MarketWatch ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at sea-mw.org. This site is an informational blog and does not require registration, collect personal data for storage, or maintain user databases. Our goal is to provide transparent, clear information about the data technologies we use to improve your experience.
Information We Collect
When you visit SEA MarketWatch, we automatically collect certain non-personally identifiable information through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address (used only for geolocation and security monitoring)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search term
- Standard server log data
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other information that directly identifies you unless you voluntarily provide it through a contact form (which is not used for storage or marketing).
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- To analyze site traffic and user behavior for improving content and usability
- To ensure website functionality and security
- To deliver relevant advertising through third-party networks (see below)
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information. We do not use your data for profiling or automated decision-making.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site performance.
Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
- Performance cookies: Used by analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our site
- Advertising cookies: Used by third-party ad networks to display relevant ads
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to support our website operations. These services may collect data independently under their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Tracks anonymous usage patterns to improve content delivery. Google’s privacy policy is available here.
- Ad networks (e.g., Google AdSense): May use cookies to serve interest-based ads. These networks may collect device and browsing data for ad targeting.
- Cloudflare: Provides security and performance optimization. Logs IP addresses for threat detection.
We do not control these third parties’ practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to use industry-standard safeguards.
Your Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected about them
- Request deletion of their personal information
- Opt out of the sale of their personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
Since we do not sell personal information, the "opt-out of sale" right does not apply. However, you may request access to or deletion of any data collected through our services by contacting us at [email protected]. We will respond within 45 days.
Children's Privacy
SEA MarketWatch does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take immediate steps to delete it. We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activity.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on our homepage.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
Kieran Ashdown
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX 78758
Email: [email protected]
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