Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 29, 2025
URL: https://usashorts.com/privacy-policy/

At USA Shorts, accessible from https://usashorts.com/, we prioritize your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, in compliance with Google AdSense Program Policies, GDPR, and CCPA.

For questions, contact us at hello@usashorts.com or via our Contact Us page.

Information We Collect

We collect:

  • Log Data: IP addresses, browser type, ISP, date/time stamps, referring/exit pages, and clicks, used for site analytics and administration. This data isn’t linked to personally identifiable information.
  • Cookies and Web Beacons: Cookies store preferences and track visited pages to enhance user experience. Google AdSense, a third-party vendor, uses cookies (e.g., DART cookies) to serve personalized ads based on your browsing history across sites.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Analyze trends and improve our site.
  • Customize content based on browser type or preferences.
  • Serve personalized ads via Google AdSense.
  • Comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce policies.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process data when:

  • You consent (e.g., via our cookie banner for EU/UK users).
  • It’s necessary to fulfill a contract.
  • It’s in our legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics).
  • Required by law.

Data Retention

We retain log data for up to 12 months and personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, unless required by law.

Your Data Protection Rights

  • GDPR (EEA Residents):
    • Access, update, or delete your data.
    • Rectify inaccurate data.
    • Object to or restrict processing.
    • Request data portability.
    • Withdraw consent anytime.
  • CCPA (California Residents):

To exercise these rights, email hello@usashorts.com.

Cookies and Advertising

USA Shorts doesn’t control third-party cookies. Links to external sites are governed by their privacy policies.

Children’s Privacy

We don’t knowingly collect data from children under 13, per COPPA. If you believe your child provided such data, contact us at hello@usashorts.com for prompt removal.

Online Privacy Only

This policy applies to online activities on usashorts.com. It doesn’t cover offline or other channels.

Policy Updates

We may update this policy and notify users via a website notice or email. Check https://usashorts.com/privacy-policy/ for the latest version.

Consent

By using our site, you consent to this Privacy Policy. EU/UK users provide explicit cookie consent via our banner.

Cookie Use: “We use cookies for personalized ads via Google AdSense, analytics, and site functionality.”

Ad Partners: “Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. See our AdSense Disclaimer.”

Opt-Out: “Manage cookies at Cookie Settings or opt out at aboutads.info or Google Ads Settings.”

Google’s Data Use: Link to Google’s Business Data Responsibility.

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