ShroomSpy Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters to Us

Welcome to ShroomSpy

Last Updated: July 2025

At ShroomSpy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and providing transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the data we collect from users of our website and services.

Company Information:

• Company Name: ShroomSpy, Inc.
• Address: 701 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
• Contact: 

By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions in full. Do not continue to use ShroomSpy's website if you do not accept all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username/alias, phone number, password
• Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, job title, social media profiles, areas of expertise
• Payment Information: Credit card details, billing addresses, payment history (processed securely through Stripe)
• Shipping Information: Delivery addresses and contact details

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect information about your use of our website and services, including:

Activity Tracking

• Login/logout events and timestamps
• Page views and navigation patterns
• Time spent on different pages
• Device information (type, browser, operating system)
• IP address and geographic location
• Session duration and activity patterns

Product & Content Interactions

• Products viewed, liked, and added to cart
• Purchase history and order details
• Content engagement (articles read, videos watched, guides accessed)
• Search queries and filter preferences
• Comments, reviews, and ratings submitted
• Social sharing activities

Behavioral Analytics

• Browsing patterns and user journey mapping
• Click-through rates and conversion metrics
• A/B testing participation and responses
• Feature usage and engagement metrics
• Shopping cart abandonment data

Preference Learning

• Automatically detected favorite categories and products
• Inferred interests based on browsing behavior
• Preferred vendors and brands
• Price range preferences
• Experience level assessments

1.3 Location Information

We collect location data to:

• Provide location-based services (nearby vendors, local regulations)
• Customize content based on your region
• Comply with local laws and regulations
• Improve delivery and shipping estimates

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Service Provision

• Account Management: Create and maintain your user account
• Order Processing: Process purchases, payments, and shipping
• Customer Support: Provide technical support and respond to inquiries
• Communication: Send order updates, newsletters, and important notices

2.2 Personalization & Recommendations

• Content Curation: Personalize your experience with relevant products and content
• Recommendation Engine: Suggest products, articles, and vendors based on your interests
• Search Enhancement: Improve search results based on your preferences
• User Experience: Customize interface elements and features

2.3 Analytics & Improvement

• Performance Monitoring: Track website performance and user experience
• Feature Development: Identify popular features and areas for improvement
• A/B Testing: Test new features and optimizations
• Trend Analysis: Understand market trends and user behavior patterns

2.4 Security & Compliance

• Fraud Prevention: Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
• Security Monitoring: Monitor for unauthorized access or suspicious behavior
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Data Protection: Implement appropriate security measures

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and services:

• Payment Processing: Stripe (for secure payment processing)
• Analytics Services: Google Analytics (for website performance analysis)
• Email Services: Newsletter and transactional email providers
• Cloud Storage: Secure data storage and backup services

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Investigate potential violations of our terms of service
• Respond to claims of illegal activity

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

4. Data Retention

4.1 Account Data

• Active accounts: We retain your data as long as your account remains active
• Inactive accounts: Data may be retained for up to 3 years after last activity
• Deleted accounts: Most data is deleted within 30 days, with some information retained for legal compliance

4.2 Transaction Data

• Purchase records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Payment information: Stored securely by our payment processor (Stripe)
• Shipping records: Retained for 2 years for customer service purposes

4.3 Analytics Data

• Behavioral data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
• Individual tracking: Personal identifiers removed after 2 years
• Session data: Retained for 1 year for security and performance analysis

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

5.2 Privacy Settings

Through your account settings, you can:

• Control email notifications and marketing preferences
• Manage data sharing preferences
• Adjust privacy settings for your profile
• Control cookie preferences

5.3 Data Subject Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

If you are located in the EU, UK, or California, you have additional rights:

• Right to be informed about data processing
• Right to restrict or object to certain data processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
• Right to withdraw consent at any time

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

6.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookie preferences through:

• Your browser settings
• Our cookie preference center
• Third-party opt-out tools

6.3 Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we provide other privacy controls as described in this policy.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data internationally, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
• Other appropriate safeguards as required by law

9. Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your data
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and assessments
• Incident Response: We have procedures in place to respond to security incidents

10. Third-Party Services

10.1 Social Media Integration

We may integrate with social media platforms. Your interactions with these features are governed by the privacy policies of those platforms.

10.2 Payment Processing

All payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor. We do not store complete credit card information on our servers.

10.3 Analytics Services

We use Google Analytics and other analytics services to understand website usage. These services may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Send email notifications to registered users
• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: 

Mail: ShroomSpy, Inc.

701 Brazos St

Austin, TX 78701

Response Time: We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.

13. Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by deleting your account or contacting us directly.

Mush Love!

The ShroomSpy Team

This Privacy Policy is designed to be comprehensive and transparent. We believe in your right to privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information while providing you with the best possible experience on ShroomSpy.

Mush Love!

ShroomSpy