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Privacy Policy for RiteScopez
Effective Date: 25 July, 2025
At RiteScopez, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.
By using RiteScopez, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information in order to provide and improve our services, to enable users to engage with the platform, and to meet legal obligations. The types of information we collect include:
1.1 Personal Information
When you register on RiteScopez, we collect personally identifiable information that may include, but is not limited to:
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Name
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Email address
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Username
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Profile picture
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Payment details (for processing payments to writers)
You may also choose to provide additional personal information, such as a bio or social media links, which will be publicly displayed on your profile.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We collect non-personal information related to your interaction with our platform, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Operating system
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Device type
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Pages visited and time spent on each page
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Referring/exit pages
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Clickstream data
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Geographic location
This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies to help us improve user experience and site functionality.
1.3 Payment Information
If you are a contributor on RiteScopez who earns income based on article views, we may collect payment details, such as bank account or PayPal information, to process payments.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 To Provide and Maintain the Platform
We use your information to create and manage your account, verify your identity, and provide you with access to the RiteScopez platform.
2.2 To Improve the Platform
Non-personal information helps us understand how users interact with our platform, which enables us to improve our services, user interface, and content offerings.
2.3 To Process Payments
For contributors, we use your payment details to process payments based on article views, in accordance with our Payment Terms.
2.4 To Communicate with You
We may use your email address to send you important updates, newsletters, promotional offers, and administrative information. You can opt-out of non-essential communications at any time.
2.5 To Ensure Security and Prevent Fraud
We use your information to protect the security of our platform, detect and prevent fraudulent activities, and ensure compliance with our Terms of Use.
2.6 To Comply with Legal Obligations
We may process your personal information to meet legal and regulatory requirements, respond to legal requests, and enforce our policies.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
RiteScopez uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, maintain, and improve our services. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device to collect information about how you interact with our site.
3.1 Types of Cookies We Use:
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Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the functioning of the platform (e.g., logging in, navigating).
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Performance Cookies: These help us track user behavior on the site, allowing us to improve performance and user experience.
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Functional Cookies: These enable enhanced functionality, like remembering your preferences or login details.
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Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver relevant ads based on your interests and browsing activity.
You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the platform.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers that help us operate the platform, such as payment processors, cloud storage services, and email service providers. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
4.2 Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or government investigation.
4.3 Business Transfers
If RiteScopez is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such changes.
4.4 Protecting Rights and Safety
We may share information when we believe it is necessary to prevent harm, enforce our policies, or protect the rights, property, or safety of RiteScopez, our users, or the public.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.
5.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to access and correct any personal information we hold about you. You can do this directly through your account settings or by contacting us.
5.2 Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information. However, we may retain certain information if necessary for legal or operational reasons (e.g., to process payments or comply with legal obligations).
5.3 Opt-Out of Communications
You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails or adjusting your account settings.
5.4 Data Portability
In certain circumstances, you may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
5.5 Object to Processing
You may have the right to object to how we process your personal data, particularly when processing is based on legitimate interests.
6. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, firewalls, and secure access protocols.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by RiteScopez. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will notify you by posting the new policy on our platform and updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Email: contact@ritescopez.com