GoViralCheck ("we," "our," or "the site") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have. It applies to all pages on goviralcheck.com.
1. Information We Collect
Information you voluntarily provide. The only personal information we actively request is your email address, which you may optionally provide through the email opt-in prompt that appears after your second use of the scoring tool. Providing your email is entirely voluntary. If you choose not to provide it, all tool functionality remains fully available.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we may collect standard server log data including your IP address, browser type, referring URL, pages visited, and time of visit. This information is used in aggregate to understand how the site is used and to improve it. It is not linked to any individual identity.
Local storage. The tool stores two small values in your browser's local storage: a usage count (to determine when to display the email opt-in prompt) and a flag indicating whether you have subscribed or skipped the email prompt. This data never leaves your browser and is not transmitted to any server.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Email address: Used solely to send the free Viral Cheat Sheet and, if you remain subscribed, occasional platform tips and updates. We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
- Analytics data: Used in aggregate to understand site usage patterns, improve content, and measure the effectiveness of the tool. We use Google Analytics 4 for this purpose.
- Log data: Used for security monitoring, diagnosing technical issues, and understanding general traffic patterns.
3. Advertising
GoViralCheck displays advertising through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings. We do not have access to, or control over, the cookies that third-party advertisers use.
4. Affiliate Links
Some links on GoViralCheck, including those in the "Recommended Tools" section, are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These links are disclosed where they appear. Affiliate links do not affect our editorial recommendations.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services, each of which has its own privacy policy:
- Google Analytics 4 — website analytics (Google Privacy Policy)
- Google AdSense — advertising (Google Privacy Policy)
- Mailchimp (when email opt-in is active) — email delivery (Mailchimp Privacy Policy)
- Google Fonts — typography (Google Privacy Policy)
6. Cookies
GoViralCheck itself does not set cookies beyond what is required for analytics and advertising (managed by Google). You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences or through Google's opt-out tools linked above.
7. Data Retention
Email addresses are retained for as long as you remain subscribed. You may unsubscribe at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email we send. Local storage data persists until cleared by you through your browser settings.
8. Children's Privacy
GoViralCheck is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws (including GDPR and CCPA) to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond within 30 days.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of GoViralCheck after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at: aretemountainlife@gmail.com