Introduction
This website is owned and operated by GrapplingArc LLC (“Operator,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy, together with our Disclaimer and Terms of Service governs your access to and use of https://grapplingarc.com (“Website”), including all content, functionality, and services, whether you use the Website as a guest or registered user.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit or interact with our Website, and your rights regarding your personal information under applicable US laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Information We Collect
1. Comments and Feedback
When you leave comments on the Website, we may collect:
- Your name, email address, and website URL (if provided)
- Your IP address and browser user agent string
- Any other information you voluntarily provide in your comment
We may share an anonymized hash of your email with the Gravatar service to display your profile picture. Learn more about Gravatar’s privacy practices here.
2. Media Uploads
If you upload images or other media to the Website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Uploaded media is stored indefinitely on our servers.
3. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience:
- Comment cookies: store your name, email, and website for one year
- Login cookies: store login information (2 days), screen display preferences (1 year), or “Remember Me” login (2 weeks)
- Temporary cookies: verify your browser accepts cookies; deleted when the browser is closed
4. Embedded Content
Embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles) from other websites may collect information, use cookies, and track your interactions as if you visited the external site directly.
How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Respond to comments, inquiries, or support requests
- Provide, operate, and improve the Website and its services
- Detect and prevent spam or fraudulent activity
- Comply with legal obligations
Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Website administrators and staff for content moderation or support
- Third-party services such as Gravatar and automated spam detection
- Legal authorities if required by law
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Your Rights (CCPA & General US Privacy Rights)
If you are a California resident or otherwise protected under US privacy laws, you may:
- Access your information: Request a copy of personal information we hold about you
- Delete your information: Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal or administrative obligations
- Opt-out of sale of information: We do not sell personal information, but you may contact us regarding any concerns
- Non-discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise any rights, contact us at contact@grapplingarc.com.
Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
Our Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us, and we will delete it promptly.
Data Retention
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely for moderation purposes
- Registered users’ information is stored in their profiles and can be viewed, edited, or deleted (except usernames)
- Media uploads are stored indefinitely unless removed by the user or administrator
Third-Party Services
Our Website may use third-party services that collect, process, and store information, including:
- Gravatar for profile images
- Automated spam detection services for comments
These third parties may use cookies and tracking technologies. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Where Your Data is Sent
Visitor comments and other interactions may be processed through automated spam detection or analytics services, including external servers in the United States and other countries.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. We will post updates on this page with the “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: contact@grapplingarc.com