Privacy Policy

Ocean of Lights

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Ocean of Lights (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you access or use the Ocean of Lights website and related services (the “Service”).

By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

1.1 Information You Provide

When you register using Google Sign-In, we may receive:

  • First name
  • Last name
  • Email address
  • Profile thumbnail image
  • Time zone

If you post comments on Articles, we collect:

  • Your comment content
  • Associated account identity
  • Timestamp information

You may also provide information when contacting us by email.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated information about website usage, which may include:

  • IP address (processed in anonymized or truncated form where applicable)
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referral sources
  • General geographic region

This information is used for analytical and service improvement purposes only.

We do not use Google Analytics for advertising profiling.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and operate the Service
  • Send newsletters and “Quote of the Day” emails
  • Enable user commenting on Articles
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Monitor and prevent misuse of the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (If Applicable)

If you are located in a jurisdiction requiring a legal basis for data processing (such as the European Union), we process personal data based on:

  • Your consent (e.g., newsletter subscription)
  • Performance of a service you request (account access, comments)
  • Legitimate interests (analytics, service improvement, security)
  • Legal compliance obligations

4. Cookies and Analytics

The Service uses cookies and similar technologies through Google Analytics.

Cookies may be used to:

  • Analyze traffic patterns
  • Improve functionality
  • Maintain session performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

For more information about Google Analytics, visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Comment Content and Public Information

Comments posted on Articles may be publicly visible along with:

  • Your first and last name
  • Your profile thumbnail

Please do not include sensitive personal information in comments.

We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments in accordance with our Terms of Use.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal information.

We may share information:

  • With service providers that help operate the website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services)
  • If required by law, court order, or legal process
  • To protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information:

  • For as long as your account remains active
  • As necessary to provide services
  • As required by legal or regulatory obligations

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting:

suggestions.oceanoflights@gmail.com

Certain information may be retained where legally required.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no internet transmission or storage system is completely secure. Use of the Service is at your own risk.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of personal data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
suggestions.oceanoflights@gmail.com

10. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us.

11. International Users

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be processed and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updated versions will be posted with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the Service after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Ocean of Lights
Email: suggestions.oceanoflights@gmail.com