Privacy Policy

Introduction

At ExploraHQ ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information you choose to provide
• Comments and content you post on our articles
• Communication preferences and newsletter subscriptions

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Reading session data (time spent reading articles)
• Referral sources and search terms

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
• Preference cookies to remember your settings
• Session cookies for reading progress tracking

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our website and services
• Personalize your experience and content recommendations
• Track reading progress and engagement analytics
• Improve our content and user experience
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your comments and inquiries
• Ensure website security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal requirements or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@explorahq.com.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Account data is retained while your account is active, and analytics data is typically retained for up to 2 years.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

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