# Privacy Policy for SITORSTART.AI

⚡ Quick Summary (Not a Legal Substitute)

• We collect data to make the Service work
• We use AI to process your requests (your data helps train our models)
• We don't sell your personal information
• You can request to see or delete your data anytime
• We use cookies and analytics to improve the Service
• We're serious about protecting kids' privacy

1. Introduction

Welcome to SITORSTART.AI. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our Service.

Who We Are: SITORSTART.AI is operated by individual creator(s) as an independent online project. We are not a registered corporation. References to "we," "us," or "our" refer to the individual(s) maintaining and operating the Service.

Your Consent: By using SITORSTART.AI, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you don't agree, please don't use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use SITORSTART.AI, we may collect:

• Chat/Query Data: Questions you ask, player names you inquire about, and your interactions with our AI assistant
• Account Information: If we implement user accounts, we may collect names, email addresses, usernames, and passwords
• Contact Information: Email address if you contact us for support
• Feedback: Any suggestions or comments you voluntarily provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, click patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, IP address
• Cookies and Tracking: Small files stored on your device (see Section 6)
• Log Data: Server logs including timestamps, errors, and access patterns

2.3 Third-Party Data

We may integrate third-party sports statistics, player information, and news from public sources. This data is not personal to you but helps power our recommendations.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide the Service: Generate AI-powered fantasy sports recommendations
• Improve AI Models: Train and refine our artificial intelligence algorithms using aggregated query data
• Personalize Experience: Remember your preferences and improve recommendations over time (if accounts are implemented)
• Operate and Maintain: Monitor performance, fix bugs, and prevent abuse
• Communicate: Respond to support requests and send important Service updates
• Analytics: Understand how users interact with SITORSTART.AI
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

3.1 AI and Machine Learning

Your interactions with SITORSTART.AI may be used to train and improve our artificial intelligence models. This means:

• Your queries help us understand what users want
• Aggregated data improves recommendation accuracy
• We may retain conversation data for model training purposes
• Personal identifiers are typically removed before training

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in these limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party vendors who help us operate the Service:

• Cloud Hosting: Services like AWS, Google Cloud, or similar
• AI/ML Platforms: Third-party AI APIs or infrastructure providers
• Analytics Tools: Google Analytics or similar services
• Email Services: For sending support responses or notifications
• Miscellaneous Tools: To help improve our service

These providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for providing services to us.

4.2 Advertising Partners (If Implemented)

If we introduce advertising (as noted in our Terms of Service), we may share anonymized data with ad networks. We will update this policy before implementing ads and notify users.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, such as:

• Responding to subpoenas or court orders
• Protecting against fraud or illegal activity
• Enforcing our Terms of Service
• Protecting safety and rights of users or the public

4.4 Business Transfers

If SITORSTART.AI is sold, merged, or transferred, your information may be part of that transaction. You will be notified of any such change.

4.5 Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., "80% of users prefer running backs") that cannot identify individual users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our Terms

Typical Retention Periods:

• Chat/query data: Up to 2 years for AI training purposes
• Account data (if applicable): Until account deletion or 3 years of inactivity
• Analytics data: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Support correspondence: Up to 2 years after resolution

You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What We Use

SITORSTART.AI uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site usage
• Improve functionality
• Deliver relevant content

6.2 Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Advertising Cookies: (If ads are implemented) Deliver relevant ads

6.3 Your Choices

Most browsers let you:

• View and delete cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies

Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using parts of the Service.

Do Not Track: Some browsers have "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through browser settings.

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Links to Other Websites

SITORSTART.AI may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., sports news sites, player statistics). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.

7.2 Third-Party Analytics

We use services like Google Analytics or similar to understand how users interact with our Service. These services may collect data through their own cookies. Learn more:

• Google Analytics: policies.google.com/privacy

7.3 Third-Party AI Providers

We may use third-party AI platforms (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic) to power our recommendations. Your queries may be processed by these services subject to their privacy policies.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data transmitted via HTTPS
• Access Controls: Limited employee/creator access to personal data
• Regular Monitoring: Security reviews and vulnerability assessments
• Secure Hosting: Reputable cloud infrastructure providers

However: No system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you use the Service at your own risk.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights:

9.1 Rights for All Users

• Access: Request a copy of your data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (if applicable)

9.2 California Residents (CCPA)

If you're a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Know what personal information we collect, use, and share
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-out of "sales" of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

9.3 European Users (GDPR)

If you're in the EU/UK, you have rights including:

• Data portability (receive your data in a usable format)
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority

Note: SITORSTART.AI is primarily intended for US users. International access is provided without guarantees of local law compliance, but we respect data protection principles.

9.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: 📩 accounts@sitorstart.ai

Include:

• Your request type (access, deletion, etc.)
• Any identifying information (email, username if applicable)
• Description of what you need

We'll respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

10. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

SITORSTART.AI does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

• If you are under 13, do not use the Service or provide any information
• If you are between 13-17, you must have parental/guardian consent
• If we discover we've collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly

Parents/Guardians: If you believe your child has provided information to SITORSTART.AI, please contact us immediately at accounts@sitorstart.ai.

11. International Users

SITORSTART.AI is operated from the United States and intended primarily for US users. If you access the Service from outside the US:

• Your information may be transferred to and stored in the US
• US privacy laws may differ from your local laws
• By using the Service, you consent to this transfer

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date at the top.

Material Changes: For significant changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Make reasonable efforts to notify active users (e.g., email if we have it or banner notice or update in the privacy policy page)
• Give you a chance to review before continuing to use the Service

Your Continued Use: Using SITORSTART.AI after changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

Questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy?

Email: 📩 accounts@sitorstart.ai

Data Requests: For access, deletion, or other privacy rights, please email with "Privacy Request" in the subject line.

Response Time: We aim to respond within 30 days.

14. Legal Basis for Processing (For GDPR Compliance)

If you're in a jurisdiction requiring legal basis disclosure:

• Consent: When you agree to this policy and use the Service
• Legitimate Interests: Improving the Service, analytics, fraud prevention
• Contract: Providing the Service you requested
• Legal Obligation: Complying with applicable laws

15. California "Shine the Light" Law

California residents may request information about sharing personal information with third parties for direct marketing. We do not share personal information for third-party direct marketing purposes.

We respect your privacy. We collect minimal data, use it to make SITORSTART.AI work better, and give you control over your information. We don't sell your data, and we take security seriously.

Questions? Reach out anytime: accounts@sitorstart.ai