PRIVACY POLICYLast Updated: November 21, 2025RC Strategies ("we," "us," or "our") operates rcstrat.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site and use our services.INFORMATION WE COLLECT1.1 Personal InformationWe may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:Fill out contact forms or request informationSubscribe to our newsletter or communicationsEngage with our servicesCommunicate with us via email or other channelsThis information may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, job title, business address, and any other information you choose to provide.1.2 Automatically Collected InformationWhen you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:IP addressBrowser type and versionOperating systemReferral sourcePages viewed and time spent on pagesDevice identifiersGeolocation data1.3 Cookies and Tracking TechnologiesWe use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. This includes:Session cookies (temporary)Persistent cookies (stored on your device)Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, etc.)Marketing cookies (remarketing, conversion tracking)Functional cookies (user preferences)You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may limit Site functionality.1.4 Third-Party AnalyticsWe use third-party analytics services including but not limited to Google Analytics, which may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies. These services help us understand Site usage, traffic patterns, and user behavior.HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATIONWe use collected information for the following purposes:2.1 Business OperationsResponding to inquiries and providing customer serviceDelivering requested services and informationProcessing transactionsManaging client relationshipsSending administrative information and updates2.2 Marketing and CommunicationsSending marketing communications and promotional materialsPersonalizing content and advertisingConducting market research and analysisImproving our services and developing new offerings2.3 Analytics and OptimizationAnalyzing Site usage and performanceImproving user experienceOptimizing marketing campaignsGenerating business intelligence and insights2.4 Legal and SecurityComplying with legal obligationsProtecting against fraud and security threatsEnforcing our terms and conditionsResolving disputesLEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (GDPR)For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data based on:Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing purposesContractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligationsLegal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable lawsLegitimate Interests: Processing serves our legitimate business interests while respecting your rightsDATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE4.1 Service ProvidersWe may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:Email service providersAnalytics platformsCustomer relationship management (CRM) systemsPayment processorsCloud hosting providersMarketing automation platformsAdvertising networksThese providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.4.2 Business TransfersIf we are involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified via email and/or prominent notice on our Site of any such change in ownership.4.3 Legal RequirementsWe may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to:Valid legal requests from government authoritiesCourt orders or subpoenasProtection of our legal rightsPrevention of fraud or security threatsProtection of safety of individuals4.4 Aggregated DataWe may share aggregated, anonymized data that does not identify you personally for research, marketing, or analytical purposes.DATASET LICENSING AND STRUCTURED DATA5.1 Published DatasetsWe publish datasets and structured data on our Site for informational and research purposes. Unless otherwise specified, these datasets are subject to the following licensing terms:5.2 Default LicenseAll datasets published on rcstrat.com are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) unless explicitly stated otherwise. This means you are free to:Share: Copy and redistribute the material in any medium or formatAdapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purposeUnder the following terms:Attribution: You must give appropriate credit to RC Strategies, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made5.3 Alternative LicensesSpecific datasets may be published under different licenses, including:Creative Commons CC0 (Public Domain)Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0)Proprietary licenses (clearly marked)The applicable license will be clearly indicated in the structured data markup and accompanying documentation for each dataset.5.4 No WarrantyDatasets are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any dataset information.YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES6.1 Access and CorrectionYou have the right to:Access personal information we hold about youRequest correction of inaccurate or incomplete informationReceive a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format6.2 Deletion and ErasureYou may request deletion of your personal information by contacting us at hello@rcstrat.com. We will comply with deletion requests unless we have a legitimate reason to retain the information, such as:Completing a transaction or service you requestedComplying with legal obligationsExercising legal claims or defensesInternal business purposes consistent with your expectations6.3 Opt-Out RightsYou may opt out of:Marketing communications: Click "unsubscribe" in any marketing email or contact hello@rcstrat.comCookie tracking: Adjust your browser settings or use our cookie preference centerSale of personal information: We do not sell personal information, but you may exercise this right if applicable6.4 Do Not TrackOur Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. You can control tracking through browser settings and third-party opt-out mechanisms.6.5 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:Right to know what personal information is collectedRight to know whether personal information is sold or disclosedRight to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell information)Right to deletion of personal informationRight to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rightsTo exercise these rights, contact us at hello@rcstrat.com.6.6 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)EEA residents have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:Right to access personal dataRight to rectification of inaccurate dataRight to erasure ("right to be forgotten")Right to restriction of processingRight to data portabilityRight to object to processingRight to withdraw consent at any timeRight to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authorityTo exercise these rights, contact us at hello@rcstrat.com.DATA RETENTIONWe retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Retention periods vary based on:The nature of the informationThe purpose for which it was collectedLegal or regulatory requirementsLegitimate business needsWhen information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.DATA SECURITYWe implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:Encryption of data in transit and at restSecure socket layer (SSL) technologyRegular security assessmentsAccess controls and authenticationEmployee training on data protectionIncident response proceduresHowever, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERSYour information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from those in your country. When we transfer information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:Standard contractual clauses approved by the European CommissionPrivacy Shield certification (where applicable)Adequacy decisions by relevant authoritiesBy using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.CHILDREN'S PRIVACYOur Site is not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will promptly delete such information. If you believe we have collected information from a child, contact us at hello@rcstrat.com.THIRD-PARTY WEBSITESOur Site may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, and applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.EMAIL COMMUNICATIONSWhen you send us an email or provide your email address, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. We may communicate with you by email regarding:Service updates and administrative messagesMarketing communications (with your consent)Responses to your inquiriesLegal noticesYou may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" or contacting hello@rcstrat.com.CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICYWe reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will:Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policyPost the revised policy on this pageNotify you of material changes via email or prominent Site notice (where appropriate)Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.CONTACT INFORMATIONIf you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:Email: hello@rcstrat.comWe will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.For data subject access requests, deletion requests, or other privacy-related requests, please email hello@rcstrat.com with the following information:Subject line: "Privacy Request"Your full nameEmail address associated with your account or inquirySpecific nature of your requestAny additional information needed to verify your identityDISPUTE RESOLUTIONAny disputes arising from this Privacy Policy or our data practices will be resolved through:Good faith negotiation between the partiesMediation or arbitration if negotiation failsApplicable law and jurisdiction as specified in our Terms of ServiceSEVERABILITYIf any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this Privacy Policy otherwise remains in full force and effect.ENTIRE AGREEMENTThis Privacy Policy, together with our Terms of Service, constitutes the entire agreement between you and RC Strategies regarding the use of the Site and supersedes any prior agreements.CONSENTBy using our Site, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.