At https://geckoblue.org/, we collect information to operate our site and improve your experience. This may include: (1) usage data such as pages viewed, referring URLs, device type, browser, approximate location, and timestamps; (2) cookies and similar technologies for analytics and advertising; (3) information you voluntarily provide, such as your name and email address when contacting us or subscribing to updates. We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information and ask that you refrain from sending it to us.
How We Use It
We use collected information to: deliver and maintain our services; measure and analyze site performance; personalize and improve content; respond to your inquiries; detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse; and support advertising in compliance with applicable policies. We may aggregate or de-identify data for reporting and research. We do not sell personal information.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to remember preferences, understand how visitors use our site, and support advertising. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For analytics, we may use services like Google Analytics, which collect information in accordance with their own policies.
Third-Party Advertising (Google Ads compliance)
We may display ads served by Google or other partners. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables personalized ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings and, where available, the Network Advertising Initiative’s opt-out page (http://www.aboutads.info/choices) or the EEA/UK resource (http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/). Our implementation is intended to comply with Google Publisher Policies and AdSense Program Policies, including consent requirements where applicable.
Data Protection
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), least-privilege access, and regular review of plugins and hosting configurations. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; however, we work to mitigate risks, retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes described, and delete or anonymize data when no longer needed.
External Links
Our content may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party sites. Review the privacy policies of every site you visit before submitting personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will promptly delete it. For EEA/UK visitors, where applicable, we follow regional age-of-consent rules for data processing.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will revise the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, provide additional notice. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy, data practices, or your information, contact us at contact@geckoblue.org. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and work to resolve your request consistent with applicable laws.