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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 2026 | Last Updated: February 2026
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
PsyBear (psybear.co) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
- Email address when joining membership
- Zip code for local recommendations
- Age verification (18+ confirmation)
- Optional survey responses about your experience and interests
Information collected automatically:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referral source
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide personalized strain recommendations and content
- To show relevant local churches, events, and resources based on your zip code
- To send membership-related communications (with your consent)
- To improve our content and user experience
- To analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- To comply with legal obligations
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your membership is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Data portability where applicable
To exercise these rights contact: privacy@psybear.co
8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act including:
- The right to know what personal information is collected
- The right to delete personal information
- The right to opt out of the sale of personal information
PsyBear does not sell personal information. To submit a CCPA request contact: privacy@psybear.co
9. Children's Privacy
PsyBear is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor we will delete it immediately.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
11. Third Party Links
Our site contains links to third party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify members of significant changes by email. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests email privacy@psybear.co
San Francisco Bay Area, California