Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Area.Buzz (“Platform”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Area.Buzz.

By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We aim to collect only what is necessary to operate, improve, and protect the Platform.

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Name
Email address
Organization details
Event details and related content
Messages or inquiries you send to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use Area.Buzz, we automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:

Pages visited and content viewed
Interactions such as clicks and impressions
Referring URLs (where you came from)
Browser type and device information
General location (such as country or state)

Your IP address is part of normal web requests. However:

IP addresses are not stored in our analytics systems
They may be used briefly to determine general geographic information (such as country or state)

2.3 Analytics Identifiers

We use simple identifiers to understand how the Platform is used:

Session ID – a temporary identifier that lasts for your browser session
Pageview ID – identifies a specific page or route while you browse
Anonymous Visitor ID – an optional identifier stored only if you grant consent, used to understand repeat visits

2.4 Cookies and Storage

We use browser storage technologies, including:

Local storage
Session storage

These are used to:

Remember your consent preferences
Maintain session functionality
Support basic analytics

We may also use cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the Platform, such as maintaining login sessions and ensuring security.

We do not currently use cookies for analytics tracking.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Operate and maintain the Platform
Improve functionality and user experience
Understand how users interact with content
Measure performance of listings and features
Support advertising and sponsorship measurement
Prevent fraud, abuse, and misuse

Analytics data is used for measurement purposes only and does not influence ranking, eligibility, delivery, or billing decisions.

4. Analytics and Tracking

Area.Buzz uses first-party analytics to understand how the Platform is used.

This includes tracking:

Content impressions (what is seen)
Clicks and interactions
Navigation within the site

We may also capture:

Referrer information (where you came from)
Previous in-app navigation paths (such as the prior page or route within the Platform)

We do not:

Track users across unrelated websites
Build personal profiles for targeting
Use fingerprinting techniques

You can choose whether to allow certain analytics-related storage.

If you accept, a persistent anonymous identifier may be stored
If you decline, no persistent identifier is stored
If you later change your choice, stored identifiers are removed

Even without consent, limited analytics may still occur using temporary session and pageview identifiers.

6. Advertising and Third-Party Services

Area.Buzz may display advertisements and sponsored content.

Third-party providers may use their own cookies or tracking technologies and operate under their own privacy policies.

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information:

With service providers supporting the Platform
To comply with legal obligations
To protect users and the Platform
In connection with a business transaction, if applicable

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to operate, improve, and protect the Platform.

Analytics data is stored in an append-only format and is not modified after it is recorded.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect information, but no system can guarantee complete security.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your information.

To make a request, contact info@area.buzz.

11. Children's Privacy

Area.Buzz is not intended for children under 13.

12. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

14. Contact Information

Area.Buzz

info@area.buzz

Audubon, MN, United States

We use analytics to understand how people use Area.Buzz and improve the experience. This may include storing a simple anonymous identifier in your browser. You can choose whether to allow this. Learn more.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Area.Buzz (“Platform”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Area.Buzz.

By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We aim to collect only what is necessary to operate, improve, and protect the Platform.

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Name
Email address
Organization details
Event details and related content
Messages or inquiries you send to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use Area.Buzz, we automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:

Pages visited and content viewed
Interactions such as clicks and impressions
Referring URLs (where you came from)
Browser type and device information
General location (such as country or state)

Your IP address is part of normal web requests. However:

IP addresses are not stored in our analytics systems
They may be used briefly to determine general geographic information (such as country or state)

2.3 Analytics Identifiers

We use simple identifiers to understand how the Platform is used:

Session ID – a temporary identifier that lasts for your browser session
Pageview ID – identifies a specific page or route while you browse
Anonymous Visitor ID – an optional identifier stored only if you grant consent, used to understand repeat visits

2.4 Cookies and Storage

We use browser storage technologies, including:

Local storage
Session storage

These are used to:

Remember your consent preferences
Maintain session functionality
Support basic analytics

We may also use cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the Platform, such as maintaining login sessions and ensuring security.

We do not currently use cookies for analytics tracking.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Operate and maintain the Platform
Improve functionality and user experience
Understand how users interact with content
Measure performance of listings and features
Support advertising and sponsorship measurement
Prevent fraud, abuse, and misuse

Analytics data is used for measurement purposes only and does not influence ranking, eligibility, delivery, or billing decisions.

4. Analytics and Tracking

Area.Buzz uses first-party analytics to understand how the Platform is used.

This includes tracking:

Content impressions (what is seen)
Clicks and interactions
Navigation within the site

We may also capture:

Referrer information (where you came from)
Previous in-app navigation paths (such as the prior page or route within the Platform)

We do not:

Track users across unrelated websites
Build personal profiles for targeting
Use fingerprinting techniques

You can choose whether to allow certain analytics-related storage.

If you accept, a persistent anonymous identifier may be stored
If you decline, no persistent identifier is stored
If you later change your choice, stored identifiers are removed

Even without consent, limited analytics may still occur using temporary session and pageview identifiers.

6. Advertising and Third-Party Services

Area.Buzz may display advertisements and sponsored content.

Third-party providers may use their own cookies or tracking technologies and operate under their own privacy policies.

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information:

With service providers supporting the Platform
To comply with legal obligations
To protect users and the Platform
In connection with a business transaction, if applicable

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to operate, improve, and protect the Platform.

Analytics data is stored in an append-only format and is not modified after it is recorded.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect information, but no system can guarantee complete security.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your information.

To make a request, contact info@area.buzz.

11. Children's Privacy

Area.Buzz is not intended for children under 13.

12. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

14. Contact Information

Area.Buzz

info@area.buzz

Audubon, MN, United States

1. Introduction

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

2.3 Analytics Identifiers

2.4 Cookies and Storage

3. How We Use Information

4. Analytics and Tracking

5. Your Choices

6. Advertising and Third-Party Services

7. Sharing of Information

8. Data Retention

9. Data Security

10. Your Rights

11. Children's Privacy

12. Third-Party Links

13. Changes to This Policy

14. Contact Information

1. Introduction

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

2.3 Analytics Identifiers

2.4 Cookies and Storage

3. How We Use Information

4. Analytics and Tracking

5. Your Choices

6. Advertising and Third-Party Services

7. Sharing of Information

8. Data Retention

9. Data Security

10. Your Rights

11. Children's Privacy

12. Third-Party Links

13. Changes to This Policy

14. Contact Information