Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Gecko Out Guide ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form
• Submit feedback or comments
• Subscribe to our newsletter (if applicable)
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, and other statistics
• Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and device identifiers
• Usage Data: How you interact with our website, including clicks, scrolls, and navigation patterns

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience.

3.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance

3.2 Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may set cookies on your device, including:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Google AdSense: To display personalized advertisements
• Other Advertising Partners: To serve relevant ads and measure ad effectiveness

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
• To respond to your inquiries, comments, and requests
• To analyze website usage and trends to enhance user experience
• To personalize content and advertisements
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and prevent fraud

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect, store, and process your information:

5.1 Google Services

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics about your visits to this site is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.
• Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info.

5.2 Other Third-Party Services

We may use other third-party services for analytics, advertising, and website functionality. These services have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your information.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit consent to share your information

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data collection and processing activities
• Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information from our records.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

13. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• The right to delete personal information held by businesses
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

14. GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• The right to access, update, or delete your personal information
• The right to rectification
• The right to object to processing
• The right to restriction of processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.