Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 28, 2025

1) Introduction

At HDByte, accessible from https://hdbyte.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

2) Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address, username, IP address, etc.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, browser type, device info.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance functionality and analyze traffic.

3) How We Use Your Information

• To operate and maintain our service
• To communicate with you
• To monitor usage and improve performance
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4) Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track user activity and improve the service. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

5) Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:

• Service providers (e.g., analytics, hosting, payments)
• Law enforcement or regulators if required by law
• Other users with your consent (e.g., public profiles)

6) Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes or to comply with legal requirements.

7) Your Rights

You may have rights under privacy laws, including:

• Accessing the data we hold about you
• Requesting correction or deletion of your data
• Objecting to certain data uses
• Withdrawing consent where applicable

To exercise your rights, contact us at nickstuer@duck.com.

8) Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, but no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9) Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10) Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent.

11) International Users

If you are accessing the service from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in the U.S.

12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you by posting the new policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

13) Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: nickstuer@duck.com