Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 8/20/2025 | Effective Date: 8/20/2025
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This Privacy Policy explains how Kendrick vs Drake Timeline ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our service:
Personal Information
- Email address (when you create an account)
- Username or display name
- Profile information you choose to provide
- Authentication data (encrypted passwords)
Usage Information
- Comments, votes, and other interactions
- Pages viewed and features used
- Time spent on the website
- Referring website or search terms
Technical Information
- IP address and geolocation data
- Browser type and version
- Device information (type, operating system)
- Unique device identifiers
- Cookie data and local storage
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various purposes:
Service Provision
- Create and manage user accounts
- Process and display your comments and votes
- Provide personalized content and features
- Remember your preferences and settings
Communication
- Send account-related notifications
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send updates about service changes
- Provide security alerts and fraud prevention
Analytics and Improvement
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns
- Improve website performance and features
- Conduct research and analytics
- Test new features and functionality
Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
- Protect rights and safety of users
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use various technologies to collect and store information:
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant ads and track campaign effectiveness
Other Tracking Technologies
- Local Storage: Stores data locally on your device
- Session Storage: Temporary storage during your browsing session
- Fingerprinting: Creates unique identifier for fraud prevention
- Pixel Tags: Small images that track email opens and page views
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Third-party opt-out tools like Google's Ad Settings
- Do Not Track browser signals (we honor these requests)
Note: Disabling cookies may limit functionality of our website.
4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We work with third-party services to provide and improve our website:
Service Providers We Use
Information Shared with Third Parties
We may share your information in these circumstances:
- With your consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing
- Service providers: Companies that help us operate our website
- Legal requirements: When required by law or court order
- Protection: To protect rights, property, or safety
- Business transfers: In case of merger, sale, or acquisition
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Advertising and Marketing
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. This service:
- Uses cookies to serve ads based on your visit history
- May show personalized ads based on your interests
- Collects information about your browsing behavior
- Shares data with Google and advertising partners
Your Advertising Choices
You can control advertising preferences through:
Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track signals. When detected, we:
- Disable personalized advertising
- Limit analytics tracking
- Do not share data with third parties for marketing
6. Data Security and Retention
Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Encrypted storage of sensitive information
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Firewall protection and intrusion detection
- Regular backups and disaster recovery
Data Retention
We retain your information for different periods:
- Account data: Until account deletion plus 30 days
- Comments/votes: Indefinitely for historical record
- Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Server logs: 90 days
- Cookies: Variable (session to 2 years)
Data Breach Response
In case of a data breach, we will:
- Notify affected users within 72 hours
- Provide details about compromised information
- Offer guidance on protective measures
- Cooperate with authorities as required
7. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
Age Restrictions
- We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
- Users must be 13 or older to create an account
- Content may contain mature themes not suitable for children
Parental Rights
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information:
- Contact us immediately at privacy@kendrickversusdrake.com
- We will delete the information promptly
- We will terminate any associated account
Educational Use
Teachers and educators using our content should:
- Review content for age-appropriateness
- Obtain necessary permissions
- Supervise student access
8. Your Privacy Rights
You have several rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
- Request a copy of your personal data
- Receive data in a portable format (JSON/CSV)
- Transfer data to another service
Correction and Deletion
- Update or correct your information
- Request deletion of your account
- Remove specific content you've posted
Control and Consent
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Object to automated decision-making
- Restrict processing of your data
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights:
- Right to know what information we collect
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of data sales (we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
EU residents have additional protections:
- Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authority
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to object to processing
- Rights related to automated decision-making
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@kendrickversusdrake.com
9. International Data Transfers
Our website is operated from the United States.
Cross-Border Transfers
- Your data may be transferred to US servers
- We use standard contractual clauses for EU transfers
- Third-party services may store data globally
- We ensure adequate protection regardless of location
Your Consent
By using our website from outside the US, you consent to:
- Transfer of data to the United States
- Processing under US privacy laws
- Storage on US-based servers
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Notification of Changes
- Material changes will be notified via email or website banner
- Last updated date will be revised
- Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes
- Previous versions available upon request
Review Schedule
We review this policy:
- Annually for general updates
- When launching new features
- In response to legal changes
- Based on user feedback
Back to Main Site