Overview
pokemonvendingmachinenearme.com (the “Site”) is committed to protecting user privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your choices.
1. Who we are
Site name: pokemonvendingmachinenearme.com
Contact email: info@pokemonvendingmachinenearme.com
We are an independent directory and not an official Pokémon Company website.
2. Information we collect
a. Information you provide directly:
- Contact form submissions (name, email, message)
- User reports and machine submissions (machine ID, address details, notes)
- Uploaded photos and media (you must have rights to upload)
- Account details if you register (username, password — stored hashed)
b. Automatically collected information: - Usage data (pages visited, IP address, browser type, device) via analytics tools
- Cookies and similar technologies for session management and preferences
c. Third-party data: - Publicly available official listings (e.g., Pokémon Center pages) and third-party map data used to enrich listings.
3. How we use your information
- To operate and maintain the site and provide listings and map services.
- To respond to reports, claim requests, and support inquiries.
- To improve the site, analyze usage, and personalize content.
- For security and fraud detection.
- To send occasional service emails (verification, support responses, critical site updates). You can opt out of marketing emails.
4. Sharing & disclosure
- Service providers: We may share data with trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery, payment processors for paid listings).
- Third parties: We will not sell personal data. We may disclose information if required by law or to enforce our policies.
- Aggregated data: Non-identifying, aggregated usage data may be shared publicly (e.g., machine counts by state).
5. Cookies & tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies for essential site functions, analytics, and ads. You can control cookie settings in your browser; disabling some cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Ads, analytics & third-party services
We may use Google Analytics, advertising networks (AdSense or similar), map providers, and social plugins. These third parties collect data subject to their own privacy policies.
7. User-contributed content & photos
By uploading photos or reports, you grant the Site a worldwide, non-exclusive license to host, use, reproduce, and display that content for site operation and promotion. Do not upload content you do not own or have permission to share.
8. Data retention
We retain personal data as long as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. You can request deletion; see “Your rights” below.
9. Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and to restrict or object to certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact info@pokemonvendingmachinenearme.com and include relevant details.
10. Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect data. No system is fully secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. International transfers
Data may be processed in the U.S. or other countries. If you are outside the U.S., transfers will follow applicable law.
12. Children
Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have, contact us to request deletion.
13. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. We’ll post the revised policy and update the “Effective date.” Significant changes may be announced via site banner or email.
14. Contact
For privacy questions or data requests: info@pokemonvendingmachinenearme.com