Effective Date: December 2025
At Captionses (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website captionses.com (the “Website”).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Website.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in various ways when you visit and use our Website:
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
Contact Information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any other information you choose to provide through contact forms or communications
Account Information (if applicable):
- Username
- Password (encrypted)
- Profile information
- User preferences and settings
- Saved captions or favorites
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Website, certain information may be automatically collected through cookies and similar technologies:
Device and Browser Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- Screen resolution
- Referring website addresses
Usage Data:
- Pages visited on our Website
- Time and date of visits
- Time spent on pages
- Click patterns and navigation paths
- Search queries on our Website
- Captions viewed, copied, or saved
- User engagement metrics
Location Information:
- General geographic location based on IP address (country, state, city)
- We do not collect precise geolocation data without your explicit consent
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Website performance, and deliver personalized content. See the “Cookies and Tracking Technologies” section below for detailed information.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:
- Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media profiles)
- Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
- Advertising partners
- Service providers who help us operate our Website
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various legitimate purposes to provide and improve our services:
To Provide and Maintain Our Services
- Deliver the captions and content you request
- Process and respond to your inquiries and requests
- Send you confirmations, updates, and support messages
- Maintain and improve Website functionality
- Provide customer support and assistance
- Create and manage your account (if applicable)
To Improve User Experience
- Analyze how users interact with our Website
- Understand user preferences and behavior patterns
- Customize content based on your interests
- Develop new features and services
- Conduct research and analytics
- Test new functionality and improvements
To Communicate With You
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Provide information about new captions and categories
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Send administrative and service-related messages
- Request feedback and reviews
- Notify you about changes to our services or policies
For Marketing and Advertising
- Display relevant advertisements (with appropriate consent)
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Send promotional materials (only if you’ve opted in)
- Retarget visitors with relevant content
- Analyze advertising performance
To Ensure Security and Prevent Fraud
- Monitor and prevent fraudulent activity
- Protect against security threats and abuse
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and property
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Email service providers
- Payment processors (if applicable)
- Customer support tools
- Content delivery networks (CDNs)
These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and are prohibited from using it for their own purposes.
With Advertising Partners
We may work with third-party advertising partners to display ads on our Website or other platforms. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your online activities. You can opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or industry opt-out tools.
For Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
- Government investigations
- Requests from law enforcement
- Protection of our legal rights
- Prevention of fraud or illegal activities
Business Transfers
If Captionses is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on our Website of any such change in ownership.
With Your Consent
We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly. These cannot be disabled without affecting Website functionality.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting anonymous usage data.
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalized experience.
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us analyze Website traffic and user behavior through services like Google Analytics.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block all or specific cookies
- Set preferences for cookie acceptance
Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some Website features.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services we use, such as Google Analytics, social media platforms, and advertising networks. These parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of information.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
- Transfer your data to another service provider
Correction and Update
You can:
- Update or correct inaccurate personal information
- Request that we modify incomplete information
- Access your account settings to make changes
Deletion and Erasure
You may request that we:
- Delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Remove your account and associated data
- Erase information that is no longer necessary
Opt-Out Rights
You can:
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails (via the link in each email)
- Opt out of personalized advertising
- Disable cookies through browser settings
- Request to stop processing your information for certain purposes
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature. Our Website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control tracking through cookie settings.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our Contact page or email us directly. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days).
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Technical Safeguards:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security audits and updates
- Firewall protection
- Intrusion detection systems
Organizational Safeguards:
- Limited access to personal information
- Employee training on data protection
- Confidentiality agreements with service providers
- Regular security policy reviews
Physical Safeguards:
- Secure data centers
- Access controls and monitoring
- Backup and disaster recovery procedures
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Retention periods vary depending on:
- The nature of the information collected
- The purpose for which it was collected
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Our legitimate business needs
When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Children’s Privacy
Captionses is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.
Third-Party Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, affiliate sites, and partner services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data receives adequate protection wherever it is processed.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending an email notification (for material changes)
- Displaying a prominent notice on our Website
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Captionses
Website: captionses.com/contact
Email: info@captionses.com
For privacy-specific inquiries, please include “Privacy Policy” in the subject line.
Your Consent
By using Captionses, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. Your continued use of the Website following any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
Thank you for trusting Captionses with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with inspiring content in a safe and secure environment.
