PRIVACY TERMS

Privacy policy

Last Updated: November 18, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to BuildPC.net, a website owned and operated by Stargazer Media LLC (“BuildPC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). This Privacy Policy describes how we handle personal information that we collect or receive when you visit or interact with our website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully as it explains how we manage your data in compliance with applicable laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

2. Information We Do Not Collect

User Identifiable Information: We do not collect, store, or process any personally identifiable information (PII) from our users. This includes but is not limited to names, email addresses, IP addresses, and any other data that could directly identify an individual.

3. Non-Personal Information

Anonymous Data: We might collect non-personal, anonymous data such as the type of browser you’re using, the time spent on our website, and the pages visited. This information helps us analyze trends, administer the site, track user movements around the site, and gather demographic information for aggregate use.

4. Use of Cookies

  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance user experience on our site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. These cookies do not collect personal information:
  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser. They help us track your navigation through the site.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them, used for functionality like saving your preferences.

You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer.

5. Third-Party Services

  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to help us understand how our site is used. Google Analytics collects anonymous data through cookies or similar technologies. Here is how we ensure compliance:
  • Anonymization: We have implemented IP address anonymization so that no identifiable information is sent to Google.
  • Data Sharing Settings: We have disabled data sharing with Google for any marketing or advertising purposes.
  • User Consent: We obtain your consent before setting cookies for analytics purposes as required by GDPR.

6. Data Security

Although we do not store personal data, we take reasonable steps to ensure the security of our website and any non-personal information we collect. This includes implementing security measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of data.

7. Children’s Privacy

COPPA Compliance: Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have this information removed.

8. GDPR Compliance

  • Data Controller: Stargazer Media LLC is the data controller for any data processing activities related to this website.
  • Your Rights: Under GDPR, you have rights including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data.

Although we do not collect personal data, if you believe any data has been collected inadvertently, please contact us to exercise these rights.

Data Protection Officer: dpo@buildpc.net

9. International Data Transfers

Since we do not collect personal data, there are no international transfers of personal data. However, Google Analytics might store data on servers outside of your jurisdiction. We ensure compliance with GDPR by using the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework or standard contractual clauses.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under GDPR, please contact us at:

Email: contact@buildpc.net
Address: 30 N Gould St, Sheridan, Wyoming 82801, USA