Privacy Policy

At Gas Buddy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website site.cocosic.site and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

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

• Register for an account
• Use our services
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us with inquiries
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Account credentials
• Location data
• Payment information
• Vehicle information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

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

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Device identifiers

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our services
• Processing transactions and sending related information
• Sending administrative information, updates, and security alerts
• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Personalizing your experience on our website
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our services
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Detecting and preventing fraud and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Payment processing
• Data analysis
• Email delivery
• Hosting services
• Customer service

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, including to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
• Protect the safety of users or the public

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage systems

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. 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 or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

6.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information. You can do this by logging into your account or contacting us directly.

6.2 Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions required by law.

6.3 Opt-Out of Marketing

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

6.4 Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

6.5 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are 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.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

14. Consent

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.