Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (for authentication and communication)
• Password (encrypted and securely stored)
• Account preferences and settings

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use TickerBuzz:

• Browser type and version
• Device information and operating system
• IP address and location data (approximate)
• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on the platform
• Stocks and watchlists you track

Portfolio Data

If you use our portfolio tracking features, we store:

• Stock tickers and symbols you track
• Purchase prices and quantities (if provided)
• Custom notes and annotations

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the TickerBuzz service
• Authenticate your identity and secure your account
• Personalize your experience and save your preferences
• Generate insights and analytics based on your watchlists
• Send important service updates and notifications
• Improve our algorithms and platform features
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party services (hosting, analytics, authentication) that help us operate TickerBuzz. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission.

4. Third-Party Data Sources

TickerBuzz aggregates publicly available data from social media platforms including Twitter, Reddit, YouTube, StockTwits, and Google. We do not collect your personal social media accounts or private messages. All data collected is from public posts and comments.

Your use of these third-party platforms is subject to their respective privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external platforms.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of TickerBuzz.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure cloud infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 90 days, except where we are legally required to retain certain information.

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us through our Contact page.

9. Children's Privacy

TickerBuzz is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of TickerBuzz after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact page.