Privacy Policy

An overview of the Privacy Policy for Geckolytics.

Last Updated: 1 April 2023

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains the information collection, use, and sharing practices of Geckolytics.com (“we,” “us,” and “our”).

Unless otherwise stated, this Policy describes and governs the information collection, use, and sharing practices of Geckolytics.com with respect to your use of our website (https://www.geckolytics.com) and the services (“Services”) we provide and/or host on our servers.

Before you use or submit any information through or in connection with the Services, please carefully review this Privacy Policy. By using any part of the Services, you understand that your information will be collected, used, and disclosed as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to this privacy policy, please do not use our Services.

Our Principles

Geckolytics.com has designed this policy to be consistent with the following principles:

  • Privacy policies should be human readable and easy to find.
  • Data collection, storage, and processing should be simplified as much as possible to enhance security, ensure consistency, and make the practices easy for users to understand.
  • Data practices should meet the reasonable expectations of users.

Information We Collect

We collect information in multiple ways, including when you provide information directly to us; when we passively collect information from you, such as from your browser or device; and from third parties.

Information You Provide Directly to Us

We will collect any information you provide to us. We may collect information from you in a variety of ways, such as when you: (a) create an online account, (b) make a donation or purchase, (c) contact us or provide feedback, or (d) subscribe to our newsletter. This information may include but is not limited to your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment information and your geographic location.

Information that Is Automatically Collected

We may automatically collect certain information about the computer or devices you use to access the Services. This includes device information (IP addresses, location, device identifiers), usage information (referring pages, clicks, time spent on pages), and data collected through cookies and other tracking technologies. These technologies help us recognize your computer, store your preferences, understand your usage, and enhance your experience. For more information, please read our Cookie Policy.

Information from Third Parties

To the extent permitted by law, we may also collect information from third parties, including public sources, social media platforms, and marketing firms. This could include name, contact information, and demographic information.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect from and about you to:

  • Fulfill the purposes for which you provided it.
  • Provide and improve the Services, including developing new features and providing customer support.
  • Process transactions and handle fundraising or donations.
  • Send you communications about your account, transactions, or newsletters.
  • Conduct analytics, research, and reporting to improve our Services.
  • Comply with the law and protect the safety, rights, and security of Geckolytics.com, our users, and the public.
  • Enforce our Terms of Use.

We may combine and aggregate data for any purpose, including for research and marketing.

When We Disclose Your Information

We may disclose your information to service providers, for legal compliance, during business transfers, with affiliated companies, or with your consent. We may also share aggregated/de-identified data for any purpose.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Our legal grounds for processing information include honoring our contractual commitments, pursuing legitimate interests (such as customer service, marketing, and improving our business), complying with legal obligations, and handling information on the basis of consent where required by law.

Your Choices and Data Subject Rights

You have various rights regarding your information, including the right to unsubscribe from emails, update your account preferences, and, for individuals in the EEA, the rights to access, correct, or delete your data, and to object to or restrict its processing. To exercise these rights, please email us at [email protected].

Data Security, Retention, and Children's Privacy

We have implemented security measures to protect your information, but no electronic transmission can be completely secure. We retain information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as legally required. Our Services are intended for users over the age of 18 and are not directed at children.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may make changes to this Privacy Policy and will post any updates on this page. If we make material changes, we will provide you with notice as required by law.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you can contact us at: [email protected].