This privacy policy has been created to help users understand how their Personally Identifiable Information (PII) is collected and used online. PII, as defined in U.S. privacy law and information security, refers to information that can identify, contact, or locate an individual.

Please read this policy carefully to understand how we collect, use, protect, or otherwise handle your personal information.

What Personal Information Do We Collect?

When registering on our site, you may be asked to enter:

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Phone number

• Birthdate

• Other details to help your experience

We may also collect site statistics, domain names, and/or IP addresses to diagnose server issues and administer the website.

When Do We Collect Information?

We collect information when you:

• Register on our site

• Enter a contest

• Subscribe to a newsletter

• Browse our website

• Interact with any site feature

How Do We Use Your Information?

We may use collected information to:

• Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content

• Improve our website

• Respond to customer service requests

• Administer contests, promotions, surveys, or features

• Process transactions

• Send periodic emails about products or services

• Follow up after correspondence (chat, email, phone)

How Do We Protect Your Information?

We use security measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, or alteration.
Only authorized employees with a legitimate need have access to your personal information.

Do We Use Cookies?

Yes. Cookies are small files stored on your computer through your browser.

We use cookies to:

• Understand and save user preferences

• Track advertisements

• Compile aggregate data on site traffic and interactions to improve future tools and features

We may use trusted third-party services (such as Google) to track this information on our behalf.

Cookie control:
You can adjust your browser settings to warn you when cookies are sent or to turn cookies off. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your PII to outside parties.

Exceptions include:

• Website hosting partners

• Service providers who assist in operating the site or serving users (who must keep data confidential)

• Legal compliance, enforcement of policies, or protection of safety

Non-personally identifiable visitor information may be shared for marketing or advertising.

Third-Party Links

We may offer third-party products or services on our site. These sites have independent privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.

Google Services

We use Google AdSense advertising and the following Google products:

• Google Display Network Impression Reporting

• Demographics and Interests Reporting

• DoubleClick Platform Integration

Google uses cookies to serve ads based on visits to our site and others.

We and third-party vendors use first-party (Google Analytics) and third-party (DoubleClick) cookies to collect data regarding ad interactions.

Opting Out:
Users can manage ad preferences via:

• Google Ad Settings

• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out page

• Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On

Blocking cookies may impact site performance.

California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

CalOPPA requires that websites collecting PII from California consumers post a conspicuous privacy policy.

In accordance with CalOPPA:

• Users can visit our site anonymously

• A link to this Privacy Policy is available on our home page or first significant page

• The link contains the word "Privacy"

• Users will be notified of changes on the Privacy Policy page

• Users can update their information by logging into their account

Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

We honor DNT signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a DNT mechanism is active.

Third-Party Behavioral Tracking

We allow certain third-party behavioral tracking.

COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)

We do not specifically market to children under 13.

COPPA gives parents control over the collection of children’s information. The FTC enforces COPPA rules for online services.

Fair Information Practices

In alignment with Fair Information Practices:

• We will notify users via email within 7 business days if a data breach occurs

• We adhere to the Individual Redress Principle, ensuring users can legally pursue rights against data handlers that fail to comply

CAN-SPAM Act

We collect your email address to:

• Send information, respond to inquiries, or process requests

• Send updates related to our products or services

• Market to our mailing list

To comply with CAN-SPAM, we agree to:

• Avoid false or misleading subject lines or email addresses

• Identify messages as advertisements when appropriate

• Include our physical address

• Monitor third-party marketing services for compliance

• Quickly honor opt-out requests

• Include an unsubscribe link in every email

Users may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email. We will promptly remove you from all correspondence.

Contacting Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Curtis Media Group
3012 Highwoods Blvd., Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27604
webmaster@curtismedia.com

Last Edited: 5/24/2018