Introduction

Welcome to TradeAlerts (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and share information about you when you visit our website at tradealerts.netlify.app (the “Site”).

This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection, use, and disclosure, as well as your choices concerning your information.

Information We Collect

Information Collected Automatically

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

  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution
  • Log Information: IP address, access times, pages viewed, referring URL
  • Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: See “Cookies and Tracking Technologies” section below

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Email address (if you subscribe to alerts)
  • Comments or feedback
  • Survey responses

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the Site to function properly. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site:

  • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, session duration, and user behavior
  • Data is anonymized and aggregated

Advertising Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements:

  • Google AdSense: Serves personalized ads based on your browsing history
  • Third-party ad networks: May set cookies to track ad performance

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies

Note: Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  1. Provide and Improve Services: Display content, analyze usage patterns, optimize performance
  2. Personalize Experience: Remember preferences, show relevant content
  3. Display Advertisements: Serve ads through Google AdSense and partner networks
  4. Communicate: Send alerts and updates (if subscribed)
  5. Security: Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  6. Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and enforce our terms

Advertising and Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies and web beacons to:

  • Serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites
  • Collect information about your interests to show relevant ads
  • Measure ad performance

For more information, visit Google Advertising Privacy Policy.

Opting Out of Personalized Ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising:

Other Third-Party Services

We may use additional services that collect data:

  • Netlify: Hosting provider (collects access logs)
  • TradingView: Embedded widgets (may set cookies)

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

Third parties that help us operate our Site (hosting, analytics, advertising).

When required by law, subpoena, or legal process.

Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

When you explicitly agree to sharing.

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

  • HTTPS encryption for all connections
  • Regular security updates
  • Limited access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain collected information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data
  • Correction: Update inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request removal of your data
  • Portability: Receive data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at the information below.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights

We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

For visitors from the European Economic Area (EEA):

  • We process data based on legitimate interests or consent
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • You can file complaints with your local data protection authority

Children Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Modified” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

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

Disclaimer

The information provided on TradeAlerts is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Last Modified: February 2, 2026

Effective Date: February 2, 2026