Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AI Market Watch ("we," "our," or "us"), operated by WeeklyVentures, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ai-market-watch.com and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Service, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our Service:

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Optional details like company name, job title, and preferences
• Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Lemon Squeezy (we do not store full payment card numbers)
• Communications: Messages, feedback, and support requests you send us
• User Content: Comments, reviews, and corrections you submit

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, referring URL
• Usage Information: Features used, search queries, interactions with content
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality (authentication, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad performance

2.4 Google Analytics and Advertising

We use Google Analytics and Google Ads to understand how visitors use our site and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts. These tools may collect:

• Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, interactions, and navigation patterns
• Device information: Browser type, screen resolution, operating system
• Conversion data: Actions such as sign-ups or purchases attributed to advertising campaigns

This data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and Maintain Service: Operate and improve our platform
• Account Management: Create and manage your user account
• Process Transactions: Handle payments and subscriptions
• Personalization: Customize your experience based on preferences
• Communication: Send service updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with consent)
• Analytics: Understand usage patterns and improve our Service
• Security: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service:

4.2 Other Sharing Circumstances

• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given explicit permission

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
• Secure authentication using industry-standard protocols
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
• Secure data centers provided by our hosting partners

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and maintain your account
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve and analyze our Service

After account deletion, we may retain certain information for up to 90 days for backup purposes and to comply with legal requirements. Analytics data may be retained in anonymized form indefinitely.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 General Rights

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

7.2 GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to restrict processing of your personal data
• Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

7.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities and compliance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may also notify you by email. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: