Effective Date: September 15, 2025
At En Dash, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you use our website. If you have any questions, please contact us at privacy@endash.us.
1. Data We Collect
We collect data to provide a personalized experience and improve our services. Below are the types of data we collect:
1.1 Analytics Data
- Default (Minimal Tracking): We collect basic, non-personally identifiable data about your interactions with our site, such as session duration and general site usage, to maintain functionality and monitor performance.
- Opt-In Tracking: If you opt in to enhanced analytics, we use Google Analytics to collect additional data, including:
- Opt-In Process: You can enable enhanced analytics via a consent banner. You may withdraw consent at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.
1.2 User Account Data
If you create an account or log in, we collect and store:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and securely hashed password for authentication.
- Recently Viewed Items: Item IDs and timestamps to display your recently viewed content.
- Auth-Protected Resources: Logs of access to protected content (e.g., content IDs and access times).
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our consent banner.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Provide and personalize site features, such as displaying recently viewed items or auth-protected content.
- Improve our services through analytics (e.g., understanding site navigation patterns).
- Support upcoming features like favoriting items and storing chat histories.
- Communicate with you, such as responding to inquiries or notifying you of policy updates.
We do not sell your data or use it for purposes unrelated to our services.
3. Data Sharing
We share data only as necessary:
- Service Providers: With trusted providers like Google Analytics for processing analytics data (if opted in). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights, we may share data with authorities or third parties.
- We do not share your data with third parties for marketing without your explicit consent.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Storage: Data is stored in secure, encrypted databases. Analytics data follows Google Analytics' default retention (26 months). Account data is retained until you request deletion.
- Security: We use industry-standard encryption and access controls to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage you to use strong passwords and secure connections.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View your account data or request details on what we store.
- Update: Modify your account information via account settings.
- Delete: You can delete your account on your profile page.
- Opt-Out: Disable enhanced analytics tracking through the consent banner or account settings.
- To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@endash.us. We will respond within 30 days, per applicable regulations.
6. Children's Privacy
Our site is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that a child's data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new features (e.g., favoriting or chat storage) or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page.
8. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@endash.us.