Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to The Filing Fool ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website thefilingfool.com (the "Site").

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Email address (if you subscribe to updates)
• Comments or feedback you submit
• Communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

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

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Cookie Policy below)
• Analytics Data: Website usage patterns, traffic sources, user behavior
• Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, location (approximate)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide Services: Display SEC filing information and analysis
• Improve Site: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Communications: Send updates if you've subscribed (opt-out available)
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Advertising: Display personalized ads through Google AdSense

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience. We use both session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain until deleted or expired).

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. To opt-out of Google's use of cookies, visit Google Ads Settings.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

5.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this Site and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Ads Settings.

5.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit the Site. Learn more at Google Privacy Policy.

5.3 Vercel (Hosting)

Our Site is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may collect technical data for hosting purposes. Review Vercel's Privacy Policy.

5.4 External Links

Our Site contains links to Discord, Reddit, and SEC.gov. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

6. Data Security

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

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal data

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

7. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: