1. Introduction
StinkyStars ("we," "us," or "our") operates StinkyStars (the "Service") at https://stinkystars.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Service.
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account information: Name, email address, and password when you register.
- Profile information: Any additional details you add to your profile.
- Payment information: Handled directly by Whop, Inc. (our Merchant of Record). We do not store your payment card data.
- Communications: Messages you send us for support or feedback.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, and interactions with the Service.
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
- Behavioral analytics: Session recordings, heatmaps, and click/scroll patterns collected by Microsoft Clarity (see Section 8).
- Cookies and tracking: See Section 8 (Cookies).
2.3 Child-Related Data
When creating family profiles, you may provide information about children such as age ranges for product recommendations. We do not collect personally identifying information about children under 13.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
- Process transactions and manage your subscription.
- Send transactional emails and account notifications.
- Respond to your support requests and communications.
- Analyze usage patterns to improve features and user experience.
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate the Service (hosting, payment processing, email delivery, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as directed.
- Whop, Inc.: As our Merchant of Record for payment processing.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset.
We do not share your information for advertising purposes.
5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete the personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, so there is nothing to opt out of.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
To exercise your rights, contact us at support@stinkystars.com.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. Upon account deletion, we delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.
7. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include encrypted data transmission (TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews.
No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Cookies, Tracking, and Behavioral Analytics
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to the Service.
- Remember your preferences.
- Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service.
8.1 Analytics Tools
We use the following analytics and behavioral analytics tools:
- Umami (self-hosted): Privacy-friendly web analytics that tracks page views and events without collecting personally identifiable information.
- Google Analytics (GA4): Collects anonymized usage data including pages visited, session duration, and traffic sources. Google may use cookies to distinguish users. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Microsoft Clarity: Collects behavioral analytics data including session recordings, heatmaps, and click/scroll patterns. Clarity helps us understand how users interact with the Service so we can improve the user experience. Clarity does not collect personally identifiable information (PII). IP addresses are anonymized. Clarity may use cookies to distinguish users across sessions. See Microsoft's Privacy Statement.
8.2 What Behavioral Analytics Collect
Microsoft Clarity records anonymized sessions showing how users navigate the Service — including mouse movements, clicks, scrolls, and page transitions. These recordings do not capture passwords, payment information, or other sensitive form fields. The purpose is solely to identify usability issues and improve the Service.
8.3 Your Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service. Most browsers allow you to block third-party cookies specifically.
We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels for advertising purposes.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, your use of the Service constitutes consent to transfer your information to the United States.
11. Your Rights and Choices
You may:
- Access and update your account information through your account settings.
- Delete your account by contacting us at support@stinkystars.com. We will delete your data within 90 days.
- Opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.
- Request a copy of your personal data by contacting us.
12. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, contact us at support@stinkystars.com and we will promptly delete it.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or in-app notification at least 30 days before the changes take effect. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
14. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
StinkyStars
Email: support@stinkystars.com
Website: https://stinkystars.com