Outpost Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 7, 2024

Outpost Innovations, Inc. (the “Company”) prioritizes your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to safeguard it. By using Outpost services (the “Services”), you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.

This Policy is incorporated into the Company’s Terms of Use and applies to all users of the Services (“Users”).

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly We collect information that you provide when you use our Services, such as:

  • Account setup information: email address, password, username, full name, and optional information like avatar, interests, or social network usernames.
  • Payment information: credit card details if you upgrade your account.
  • Content you post: messages, comments, or other materials shared on our website.
  • Communication data: emails or other messages sent between you and the Company.

B. Information We Collect from Third Parties We may obtain information from third parties that assist us in providing the Services.

C. Information We Collect Automatically We automatically gather data related to your use of the Services, including:

  • Usage data: session details (date, location), IP address.
  • Cookies data: login details, preferences.
  • Device information: type, model, version, operating system, browser type.

D. Cookies Cookies are used to enhance your experience on our website, monitor usage, and improve our Services. If you disable cookies, you may not be able to use certain features of the Services.

E. Do Not Track We respect “Do Not Track” signals and do not track or use advertising when such a signal is present. We also do not allow third-party tracking on our website without your explicit consent.

2. Use of Information

A. Purpose of Use We use the information we collect for purposes including:

  • Delivering the Services and creating your account.
  • Improving the Services and providing better customer service.
  • Conducting research and analysis.
  • Communicating with you about updates, new services, security, and other relevant information.
  • Ensuring security and preventing fraud.
  • Protecting the rights and safety of the Company and our Users.
  • Enforcing terms of service or complying with legal obligations.

B. Legal Basis for Processing Under data protection laws, including the GDPR, we process your information based on:

  • Consent: By using our Services, you consent to the processing of your personal information.
  • Agreement: Your use of the Services constitutes an agreement to our terms.
  • Legitimate Interests: We process data for purposes such as legal compliance, security, and business operations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information. We may share information as follows:

  • Affiliates: With our business affiliates as part of our corporate operations.
  • Service Providers: With third parties that perform services on our behalf, such as customer support, hosting, and payment processing.
  • With Your Consent: With third parties if you provide explicit consent.
  • Security and Safety: Without consent to address fraud, security issues, or protect rights and safety.
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or governmental requests.
  • Anonymous Information: With third parties for research, advertising, or other purposes.

4. Your Rights

A. Access and Control You have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal information. You can update your information through your profile settings or by contacting us at [email protected].

B. Data Retention We retain your information as long as necessary to provide the Services and comply with legal requirements. You can request deletion of your data by contacting us.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We strive to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security. For any security concerns, contact us at [email protected].

6. Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other countries. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information outside of your country.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such information, we will delete it.

8. Communications and CAN-SPAM Act

We collect your email to send information and respond to inquiries. We do not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses, and we honor opt-out/unsubscribe requests. You can unsubscribe using the instructions at the bottom of our emails.

9. Contact Us

For any questions about this Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

10. List of Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers. Below is a list of such providers and their purposes:

  • AWS SES: Emails | United States
  • Google/GSuite: Emails | United States
  • Slack Technologies: Communication | United States
  • Stripe: Payment processing | United States
  • Cloudflare: Content delivery network (CDN) and security services | All Region
  • Google Cloud Platform: Hosting/Infrastructure | All Region
  • Amazon Web Services: Hosting/Infrastructure | All Region
  • Mizrosoft Azure: Hosting/Infrastructure | All Region

This Privacy Policy is effective as of August 7, 2024. We may update this Policy from time to time, and your continued use of the Services signifies your acceptance of any changes.