Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to SecTracker ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

SecTracker provides real-time SEC filing monitoring and analysis services. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Email Address: When you subscribe to filing alerts (watchlist), we collect your email address to send you notifications about new SEC filings.
• Company Preferences: The companies and filing types you choose to monitor.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type.
• IP Address: Your internet protocol address (anonymized for analytics).
• Referral Data: The website that referred you to our service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To send you SEC filing notifications based on your subscriptions.
• Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website and services.
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Category	Purpose	Required
Essential	These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like theme preferences (light/dark mode) stored in your browser's local storage.	Yes
Analytics	We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our service. Analytics cookies collect anonymized data about page visits, time spent, and user journeys.	No (consent required)

4.2 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies by clicking "Accept All"
• Reject non-essential cookies by clicking "Reject Non-Essential"
• Customize your preferences by clicking "Manage Preferences"

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking Cookie Preferences in the footer of any page.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to analyze website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymized information about how visitors use our site. This information is transmitted to and stored by Google. We have enabled IP anonymization to protect your privacy.

For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit: Google Privacy Policy

You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.2 SEC EDGAR

Our service retrieves public filing information from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR database. This is publicly available information and does not involve the collection of your personal data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as follows:

• Email Subscriptions: We retain your email address and subscription preferences indefinitely until you unsubscribe. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in notification emails or by visiting our unsubscribe page.
• Analytics Data: Google Analytics data is retained according to Google's data retention policies (default 14 months).
• Cookie Consent: Your cookie consent preferences are stored in your browser's local storage and persist until you clear your browser data or change your preferences.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

• Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You can object to certain processing of your personal data.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for analytics cookies at any time.

7.2 For California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to Know: You can request information about the personal data we collect and how we use it.
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer your information, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Disclaimer

The information provided on this website and in our email notifications is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, legal advice, or any other form of professional advice.

SecTracker aggregates and presents publicly available SEC filing information. We do not provide recommendations or opinions on any securities, investments, or financial decisions. You should always conduct your own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any investment or financial decisions.

We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information provided. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

12.1 AI-Generated Summaries

SecTracker offers an AI-powered summary feature that uses artificial intelligence (OpenAI) to generate summaries of SEC filings. These summaries are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

Important limitations of AI summaries:

• AI-generated summaries may contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.
• The AI may misinterpret complex financial or legal language in filings.
• Summaries do not capture all material information contained in the original filing.
• AI summaries are not reviewed by humans before being displayed to you.

You should always refer to the original SEC filing for accurate, complete, and authoritative information. Do not make any financial, investment, or legal decisions based solely on AI-generated summaries. We are not responsible for any losses or damages arising from reliance on AI-generated content.

13. Contact Us