1. Introduction
Welcome to apophis-2029.org, a content and media platform dedicated to tracking asteroid 99942 Apophis and its historic close approach to Earth on April 13, 2029. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use information.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our service. The data we collect is minimal and used solely to enhance your experience on our platform.
We prioritize privacy-focused analytics and do not track users across other websites or services.
Personal Information
When you subscribe to our newsletter or use our contact form, we collect your email address and any message content you provide. This information is stored securely and used only for the purposes you consented to (newsletter delivery or responding to your inquiry).
Usage Data
We use Simple Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service, to understand how visitors use our website. This includes page views, referral sources, and general geographic location (country level only). Simple Analytics does not use cookies or collect personally identifiable information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes: (1) to deliver our newsletter to subscribers with updates about Apophis 2029 and related astronomical events; (2) to respond to contact form inquiries and provide support; (3) to understand website traffic patterns and improve our content; (4) to maintain and improve website performance and security.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your email address is used exclusively for the services you requested.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We share your information only with trusted service providers that help us operate our website: (1) secure database hosting for newsletter subscriptions and contact form data; (2) email delivery service for newsletters and contact form responses; (3) Simple Analytics for privacy-focused website analytics; (4) website hosting and infrastructure providers.
These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for the purposes we specify. We may also disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, but we will notify you unless prohibited by law.
6. Data Security
We take data security seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect your information. Our website uses HTTPS encryption for all data transmission, and all sensitive data is stored in secure, encrypted databases with enterprise-grade security.
We implement rate limiting on forms to prevent abuse, sanitize all user inputs, and use environment-based secrets management. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
You have rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your data. We respect these rights and will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe.
If you are a resident of the European Union or California, you may have additional rights under GDPR or CCPA. Contact us to exercise any of these rights.
Access and Correction
You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you or request corrections to inaccurate data. Contact us using the information in Section 10 to make a request.
Data Deletion
You can request deletion of your personal information at any time. To unsubscribe from our newsletter, use the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email or contact us directly. We will delete your data within 30 days of your request.
Opt-Out Rights
You can opt out of newsletter emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link. You can also opt out of analytics tracking by using browser extensions that block Simple Analytics or by enabling Do Not Track in your browser.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences and is suitable for educational purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information from our servers.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. For significant changes, we may notify newsletter subscribers via email.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us. We will respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.
You can reach us through our contact form on this website, or by emailing us directly. We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns you may have.
