Privacy Policy for 3I/ATLAS Comet Tracker

Last Updated: September 17, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how 3I/ATLAS Tracker ("we," "us," "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information on our website, 3iatlascomet.com (the "Site"). We are committed to transparency and compliance with data privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), and UK GDPR. By using our Site, you agree to these practices.

1. Data Collection

We collect personal information to enhance our interstellar comet tracking services and deliver personalized ads via Google AdSense. The data we collect includes:

• Voluntary Data: Name, email address, and message provided through our contact form to address your inquiries.
• Automated Data: IP addresses, device information, and browsing behavior collected via cookies and tracking tools for site analytics and ad personalization.

This aligns with Google AdSense requirements and privacy laws like GDPR, CPRA, and the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and serve targeted ads. Google AdSense and Google Analytics use cookies to track:

• IP addresses
• Browsing activity (e.g., pages visited, time spent)
• Device information (e.g., browser type, operating system)

We provide a cookie consent banner for users to manage preferences, as required by GDPR and CPRA. Learn more about Google’s cookie usage at https://policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out of personalized ads in Section 5.

3. Third-Party Services

We share data with third parties to operate our Site and provide services, including:

• Google AdSense: Uses cookies to deliver personalized ads based on your browsing history across sites. Review Google’s privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
• Google Analytics: Analyzes site traffic and user behavior, sharing anonymized data with Google. See their privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

We ensure compliance with privacy laws by linking to third-party policies and offering opt-out options.

4. Purpose of Processing Personal Data

We process data for:

• Responding to contact form inquiries.
• Improving site functionality and content via Google Analytics.
• Delivering personalized ads through Google AdSense.

Our legal basis under GDPR includes user consent (for ads) and legitimate interests (for site improvement and analytics).

5. User Rights and Opt-Out Options

You have the following rights over your data:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Restrict or object to data processing.
• Data portability (where applicable).
• Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for cookies or ads).

To opt out of personalized ads, visit Google’s Ad Settings at https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated or adjust settings in our cookie consent banner. Contact us in Section 7 for other requests.

6. GDPR and Global Privacy Compliance

We comply with GDPR for EEA users, CPRA for California residents, and other applicable laws (e.g., UK GDPR, VCDPA). This includes:

• Obtaining user consent for cookies and ads via a consent banner.
• Providing clear opt-out mechanisms.
• Disclosing data collection and sharing practices.
• Supporting user rights requests.

EEA users can contact our Data Protection Officer in Section 7 for GDPR-related inquiries.

7. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact us at:

• Contact Page: Contact

8. Accessibility and Transparency

This Privacy Policy is accessible via our footer and main menu, written in clear language to ensure transparency, as required by Google AdSense and privacy laws like CPRA and VCDPA.

9. Minors

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or equivalent age under local laws). If such data is collected, we will delete it promptly.

10. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. Note that no internet transmission is fully secure.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with the updated date. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance.