Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how AI Cigar Explorer ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our website at https://aicigarexplorer.com (the "Site") and the CigarTok mobile application (the "App").

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our Site, including:

• Contact Information: When you submit our contact form, we collect your name, email address, subject, and message content.
• Email Subscriptions: If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we collect your email address and any associated preferences.
• Cigar Preferences: When you use our AI recommendation system or personality quiz, we collect information about your cigar preferences, tastes, and smoking habits to provide personalized recommendations.

Mobile App (CigarTok)

The Site and App do not require an account to save a cigar collection. Your favorites, tried cigars, and want-to-try lists may be stored locally on your device and may use server-side sync tied to a generated device fingerprint or optional email address so your collection state stays consistent. The app collects anonymous engagement events (card views, interaction counts, and similar usage signals) to improve the recommendation algorithm. These events do not include your name, email address, or contact details unless you choose to provide them.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including pages visited, links clicked, and features used.
• Device Information: Information about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about Site usage patterns and visitor demographics.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our Site
• Improve Site functionality and performance
• Provide personalized recommendations
• Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Site.

Third-Party Cookies

We use Google Analytics, which places cookies on your device to collect usage statistics. Google's use of this information is governed by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and Google's Privacy Policy.

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To operate our Site, provide AI recommendations, process quiz results, and deliver requested information.
• To Communicate: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters (if you've subscribed), and provide customer support.
• To Improve Our Site: To understand how users interact with our Site and improve functionality, content, and user experience.
• To Personalize Content: To provide personalized cigar recommendations and content based on your preferences and usage patterns.
• For Analytics: To analyze Site usage, track performance, and generate statistics about our visitors.
• For Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as email delivery, hosting, and analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent or at your direction.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contacting us directly.
• Cookies: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is intended for individuals who are at least 21 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 21. If we become aware that we have collected information from someone under 21, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

International Users

Our Site is hosted in the United States. If you access our Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Disclaimer: This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes. We recommend consulting with a legal professional to ensure compliance with all applicable privacy laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.