Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Out Of The Loop ("OOTL") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at ootl.org. We are committed to transparency and do not collect personal information through registration or databases. This policy applies solely to information gathered automatically while you browse our site.
Information We Collect
When you visit ootl.org, we automatically collect certain non-personal and technical information through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address (used only for geographic approximation and security)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referral source (e.g., search engine or social media link)
- Standard server logs
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it through a contact form — and even then, it is not stored in a database.
How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our content
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To detect and prevent fraudulent activity or security threats
- To generate anonymous aggregate statistics about site usage
We do not use your information for direct marketing, profiling, or automated decision-making. No personal data is sold, rented, or shared for commercial purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site traffic.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to understand site usage
- Advertising cookies: Used by ad networks to serve relevant content (see Third-Party Services below)
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to support our website operations. These services may collect data independently under their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Tracks anonymous traffic patterns and user behavior. Google’s privacy policy is available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
- Google AdSense: Displays ads based on browsing behavior. AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve targeted advertisements. Learn more at https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.
- Cloudflare: Provides security and performance optimization. Cloudflare may collect IP addresses and usage data for DDoS protection and caching. See their policy at https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/.
We do not control these third parties’ data practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect. This includes secure server infrastructure, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to protect your data to the best of our ability.
Your Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected about them
- Request deletion of their personal information
- Opt out of the sale of their personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
While we do not sell personal data, we do allow third parties (like ad networks) to collect information for advertising purposes. You may opt out of targeted advertising through the Digital Advertising Alliance or your browser settings.
If you are a California resident and wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on our homepage.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights under applicable law, please contact us:
Amber Dimas
500 W Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Email: [email protected]