Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 30, 2025
At Shady Seats, we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
- Email Address: Collected only if you voluntarily subscribe to receive updates about new stadium maps. We do not share, sell, or use your email for other purposes.
- Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information such as browser type, device, pages visited, and approximate location. This helps us improve our site.
2. Cookies and Advertising
- Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display ads on our site. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to our site and/or other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Learn more at Google's Advertising Policy.
- Affiliate Links: Some links on our website are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase—at no additional cost to you.
- Cookie Usage: We use cookies to improve functionality and analyze website performance. You can manage cookie settings in your browser. EU users may see a cookie banner requesting consent in accordance with GDPR.
3. How We Use Information
- To send email updates (with your consent)
- To analyze site usage and improve user experience
- To serve relevant ads and support affiliate partnerships
4. Data Retention & Security
- Retention: Email addresses are retained only while you are subscribed. Analytics data is stored per Google’s retention settings.
- Security: We take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
5. Your Rights and Choices
- You can opt out of email updates by contacting us.
- You can manage ad personalization in your Google account settings.
- You can disable Google Analytics tracking with the Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, feel free to contact us.