Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Submit feedback or report issues
• Subscribe to our newsletter (when available)
• Create an account (when user registration becomes available)

This information may include: name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide in your messages.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit GoodLuckArk, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring website
• IP Address: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address and general location (country/city level)
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience (see Cookie Policy below)

1.3 Local Storage

We use browser local storage to save your reading preferences and history on your device. This data never leaves your device and is stored locally in your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide and maintain our novel reading platform
• User Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our website and improve our services
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security concerns
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Communication: To send you important updates about our services (with your consent)

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information about you:

3.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous data such as:

• Pages you visit and time spent on each page
• Your general geographic location
• Device and browser information

For more information on how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

3.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google and its partners use cookies to serve ads based on your interests and previous visits to our site and other websites.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or www.aboutads.info.

3.3 Content Delivery Networks (CDN)

We use CDNs like Cloudflare and cdnjs to deliver fonts, icons, and other static content quickly and reliably. These services may collect technical information about your connection.

4. Cookies Policy

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our website.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage and improve our services (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant advertisements (Google AdSense)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

4.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Reading history and preferences stored in your browser's local storage remain until you clear your browser data.

7. Your Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where we rely on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Children's Privacy

GoodLuckArk is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your personal information remains protected.

10. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage cookies and tracking through your browser settings.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Providing notice on our website homepage
• Sending an email notification (if you have provided your email)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact Form: Contact Us
• Support: [email protected]

13. Legal Compliance

13.1 GDPR (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, delete, and port your data. We are committed to complying with GDPR requirements.

13.2 CCPA (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to request deletion of your information.

13.3 Other Jurisdictions

We strive to comply with data protection laws applicable in all jurisdictions where we operate.