1. Introduction
Welcome to 123finds.com! Your privacy matters to us, and we’re committed to safeguarding your personal data. This policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect it.
As privacy advocates, we’ve built this site with your security in mind. Unlike many other sites, we use self-hosted, open-source analytics and a local, open-source cookie consent tool. Our location services rely on a local database to match coordinates, so your IP address isn’t shared with third parties. We go the extra mile to ensure your data is safe.

2. Data We Collect About You
We collect, store, and process various types of personal data, including:

  • Identity Information: Your name, username, or similar identifiers.
  • Contact Information: Your email address.
  • Profile Information: Your username, preferences, survey responses, and any feedback you provide.
  • Usage Information: Data about how you interact with our site, including which products or services you use.

3. How We Use Your Data
We only process your data when permitted by law, typically in the following ways:

  • To register you as a user.
  • To manage your account and interactions with us.
  • To allow participation in contests, surveys, or feedback sessions.
  • To administer and protect our site through activities like troubleshooting, system maintenance, and data hosting.
  • To analyze anonymized data alongside other users' data to improve the experience for everyone.

5. User Profiles
Your profile on our site is publicly visible, except for personal details like your real name and email address. You can choose to use social login options, but please do so only after reviewing the relevant privacy policies.

6. Cookies and Local Storage
For more details on the cookies and storage mechanisms we use, please refer to our cookie consent popup.

7. Your Data Rights
You have certain rights under data protection laws, including the right to access, correct, erase, restrict, or transfer your personal data. You may also object to its processing or withdraw your consent at any time, depending on the legal basis for its use.

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may feature links to third-party sites or applications. By clicking on these links, you may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Updates to the Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, so please check back regularly.