Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 25th, 2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how rockhoundingmap.com collects, uses, discloses, and otherwise processes personal information in connection with the website and services. Please read this policy carefully to understand practices regarding your personal data.

Information rockhoundingmap.com Collects

rockhoundingmap.com collects information in several ways:

a) Automatically Collected Information: When you visit the website, rockhoundingmap.com automatically collects certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

IP address and device identifiers
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website URLs
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
General location information (city/region level)

b) Information from Third-Party Services: The website uses third-party advertising and analytics platforms, which may collect additional information about your visits.

How rockhoundingmap.com Uses Your Information

rockhoundingmap.com uses the information collected for the following purposes:

Displaying and personalizing website content
Delivering targeted advertisements through rockhoundingmap.com’s ad partners
Analyzing website traffic and user behavior
Improving website functionality and user experience
Complying with legal obligations
Preventing fraud and enhancing security

Third-Party Services and Advertising

The website displays advertisements served by Mediavine. Advertising partners may:

Collect information about your browsing activity across websites
Use cookies and other tracking technologies
Display personalized advertisements based on your interests
Share collected data with their partners and clients

rockhoundingmap.com uses Google Analytics and other analytics services to understand how visitors use the website. These services collect information about your interaction with the site.

rockhoundingmap.com uses Google reCAPTCHA on certain forms (including the email signup form for the free map) to help prevent spam and abuse. reCAPTCHA collects information such as IP address and browser data to verify you are human. Use of reCAPTCHA is subject to Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that remember your preferences and activity. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

Data Sharing

rockhoundingmap.com does not sell your personal information to third parties. However, rockhoundingmap.com shares information with:
Advertising partners (including Mediavine) for ad delivery and targeting
Analytics service providers
Service providers who assist in website operations
Legal authorities when required by law

Data Retention

rockhoundingmap.com and its authors retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Automatically collected data is typically retained for reporting and analytics purposes in accordance with our third-party service providers' policies.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights to: access your personal information, correct inaccurate information, delete your information (subject to legal requirements), opt-out of targeted advertising, and data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact rockhoundingmap.com using the information provided in the Contact section below. Note that opting out of advertising cookies may still allow basic analytics cookies necessary for website function.

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information.

European Union Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU, your personal data is protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). rockhoundingmap.com processes your data based on legitimate business interests, user consent, and compliance with legal obligations. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Children's Privacy

The website is not intended for children under the age of 13. rockhoundingmap.com does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If rockhoundingmap.com becomes aware that a child has provided personal information, rockhoundingmap.com will delete such information promptly.

Data Security

rockhoundingmap.com implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

rockhoundingmap.com may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact rockhoundingmap.com by using the email address below:

griffincoledigs@gmail.com
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