Privacy Policy

Overview

Black Podcast Directory is operated by 7sixty3, LLC ("we", "us", "our"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you visit or use our website and services. By using the site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Section 1 — Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

Account information — name, email address, and password when you create an account
Podcast submissions — show title, description, RSS feed URL, host information, social handles, and any other content you submit to the directory
Communications — messages, feedback, or inquiries you send to us

We also collect certain information automatically when you visit the site:

Usage data — pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring URLs
Device information — browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
Cookies and similar technologies — see Section 4 below

Section 2 — How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Operate, maintain, and improve the site and our services
Process and display podcast submissions in the directory
Create and manage your account
Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
Send you technical notices, updates, and administrative messages
Send promotional communications, where you have opted in to receive them
Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Section 3 — How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service providers — with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, email delivery, payment processing), subject to confidentiality obligations
Podcast listings — information you submit for a podcast listing (show name, description, host names, social links) will be displayed publicly as part of the directory
Legal requirements — when required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or to protect the rights and safety of our users or others
Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction

Section 4 — Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your interactions with the site. Cookies are small data files placed on your device.

We use cookies to:

Keep you signed in to your account
Understand how you use the site
Remember your preferences
Measure the effectiveness of our content

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some features of the site may not function properly without cookies.

Section 5 — Third-Party Services

Our site may contain links to third-party websites, including podcast platforms, social media, and RSS feed providers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies. Content embedded from or linked to third-party RSS feeds is subject to the privacy practices of the respective podcast publisher.

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help understand how users engage with the site. These services may collect information sent by your browser as part of a web page request, including cookies and your IP address.

Section 6 — Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you wish to delete your account or request that we no longer use your information, please contact us at the address below. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Section 7 — Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Section 8 — Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information.

Section 9 — Your Rights and Choices

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

The right to access the personal information we hold about you
The right to request correction of inaccurate information
The right to request deletion of your personal information
The right to opt out of promotional communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in those messages

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at blackpodcastdirectory@gmail.com.

Section 10 — Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States.

Section 11 — Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Section 12 — Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

7sixty3, LLC — Black Podcast Directory