Privacy Policy & Cookie Statement

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our site:

  • Information you provide directly: Such as your email address if you subscribe to newsletters or sign up for updates.
  • Automatically collected information: Your IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, and actions taken via cookies or similar tracking technologies.
  • Third-party data: We may receive information from advertising or analytics partners.

2. Legal Grounds for Processing Your Data

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: If you subscribe to our emails or agree to cookies.
  • Legitimate interests: To improve and secure our services.
  • Contractual necessity: If needed to fulfill a service you request.
  • Legal obligations: If required by law.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used to:

  • Provide services and updates
  • Analyze site usage and improve performance
  • Send promotional or service-related communications (with your consent)
  • Ensure site security and prevent fraud
  • Display relevant advertising (where applicable)

4. Marketing Communications

We may send you updates or offers via email if you opt in. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

5. Data Storage & Transfers

Data may be processed or stored outside your country, including in countries not offering the same legal protections. We take steps to ensure any transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

6. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated or as required by law. Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained longer for analysis.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us understand site usage, personalize your experience, and serve ads. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Types of Cookies We May Use:

  • Strictly necessary: For core site functionality
  • Performance: To analyze traffic and usage
  • Functional: To remember preferences
  • Advertising: To deliver relevant ads (if used)

As we develop Ape Hopium further, this section may be updated with specific cookies in use.

8. Third-Party Cookies & Services

Our partners (e.g., analytics, ad networks, social media tools) may set cookies or use tracking pixels. Their data use is subject to their own policies.

We do not control or access third-party cookies. Always check external services’ policies before using them.

9. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it:

  • With trusted third-party service providers under confidentiality agreements
  • As required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights or user safety
  • With advertising/analytics partners, if used, to improve your experience

10. Your Rights

Under applicable data laws (like the UK GDPR/EU GDPR), you have rights to:

  • Access the personal data we hold
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to processing or request restriction
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us (details below).

11. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure. You’re responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials.

12. Children’s Privacy

Ape Hopium is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 16 without parental consent.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please reach out to us via our website or email (to be provided once available).