Effective Date: April 4th, 2025
This Privacy Policy outlines how Cornpetitor (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects the personal data of visitors (“you” or “users”) who access and use Cornpetitor.com (“Website”). Cornpetitor is an affiliate website that compares AI girlfriend platforms. This policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy regulations.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of data:
- Personal Identification Information: such as IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Usage Data: pages visited, time spent on pages, and clickstream data.
- Referral Data: originating URLs and affiliate tracking infodrmation.
2. How We Collect Data
- Through web forms when you voluntarily submit information
- Using cookies and similar technologies
- Through analytics services such as Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
3. Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files placed on your device to enhance user experience. We use:
- Essential Cookies: for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: to understand user behavior
- Affiliate Cookies: to track outbound affiliate links
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the “Privacy Settings” link in our footer.
4. Use of Google Analytics and Consent Management
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to help us understand how visitors interact with our website and improve user experience. GA4 may collect data such as IP addresses, device information, and on-site behavior.
In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant privacy laws, Cornpetitor implements a Consent Management Platform (CMP) that ensures no non-essential cookies, including analytics cookies, are set before obtaining your explicit consent.
Our CMP offers you:
- The ability to accept or decline cookies by category (e.g., analytics, marketing)
- The option to change or withdraw your consent at any time
- A transparent explanation of what each category entails
In cases where consent is denied, GA4 operates in Consent Mode, collecting only aggregated, anonymized data without placing identifying cookies.
You can manage your consent preferences by clicking the “Privacy Settings” link located in the footer of our website.
5. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Your consent
- Our legitimate interests in running and improving the Website
- Legal obligations where applicable
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your data. We may share data with:
- Service providers and hosting partners
- Affiliate program operators (only non-identifiable referral data)
- Legal authorities when required by law
7. Your Data Protection Rights
Under GDPR and CCPA, you may:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data
- Withdraw consent
- Object to processing
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact us at: legal@cornpetitor.com
8. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
10. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure server hosting, and access controls.
11. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred outside your country of residence, including to countries without equivalent data protection laws. We use safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.
12. 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 “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact
For questions or privacy-related concerns, please contact us at:
Email: legal@cornpetitor.com
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