Privacy Policy for The Youth Speak

Welcome to The Youth Speak (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.theyouthspeak.com). By accessing or using our site, you agree to the terms outlined here.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, certain data is collected automatically, including:

• Browser and device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring websites or links

This data is collected through:

• Analytics Tools (e.g., Microsoft Clarity)

b. Voluntarily Provided Information

When you use our advertiser form, we may collect personal information such as::

• Name
• Email address
• Business details
• Uploaded files and images

This information is collected to facilitate communication, process payments, and provide our services. The form uses Tally to store the information, and has a payment link that uses Stripe to process payments securely.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Understand audience demographics and interactions with our website.
• Monitor website traffic and performance.
• Share general insights (e.g., visitor numbers) internally, with advertisers, and others.
• Respond to inquiries if personal information is voluntarily submitted.
• Facilitate communication and transactions for advertiser submissions.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

3. Information Sharing

We may share collected information as follows:

• Internally: Among our team and volunteers to support operations.
• Externally: Aggregate, non-identifiable data (e.g., visitor numbers, general audience demographics) may be shared with advertisers, stakeholders, or any individuals or organizations interested in learning about our website’s traffic and reach.

We do not share personal information or identifiable data with any third parties.

4. Use of Third-Party Tools

We use the following third-party services:

• Microsoft Clarity: To analyze website performance and visitor behavior.
• Tally: To provide our advertiser form and store information submitted through the advertiser form.
• Stripe: To securely process payments.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our website is partially directed at users under 13. We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

If you believe your child has submitted additional personal information through our site, please contact us at info@theyouthspeak.com, and we will delete it promptly.

6. Your Privacy Choices

You can:

• Configure your browser to block or restrict tracking technologies.
• Avoid submitting personal information unless explicitly necessary.

Please note, due to the tools used, some technical data may still be collected automatically.

7. Data Retention

We retain collected data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including operational, analytical, or legal requirements. We may also anonymize or delete data when appropriate or as needed, in accordance with applicable laws and our internal practices. Data stored through Tally and Stripe may also be subject to their respective retention policies.

8. Third-Party Payment Platforms

Our website may include links to third-party payment platforms to facilitate transactions. When you click these links, you will be redirected to the payment provider's website. We do not collect, process, or store any payment-related information directly.

Please note that your interactions with these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policy and terms of the payment provider before submitting any personal or financial information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. By continuing to use our website after any changes are posted, you agree to the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Compliance with Laws

We comply with applicable privacy laws, including COPPA and relevant U.S. regulations. If you are accessing this site from outside the United States, your data may be processed in a jurisdiction with different privacy laws.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@theyouthspeak.com