At ReadAura (readaura.xyz), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights, especially regarding advertising through Adsterra.
1. Information We Collect
- Account info – When you sign in with Google, we receive your name and email address.
- Activity data – bookmarks, reading history, comments, and pages you visit on ReadAura.
- Technical data – IP address, browser type, device info, and cookies (see section 4).
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide, operate, and improve ReadAura services.
- Remember your bookmarks and preferences.
- Moderate comments and community interactions.
- Analyze site usage to enhance user experience.
- Serve relevant ads via Adsterra (see below).
3. Adsterra & Advertising
We use Adsterra to display advertisements on ReadAura. Adsterra is a global advertising network that may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to deliver ads that are relevant to your interests.
- Third-party vendors, including Adsterra, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to our website or other websites.
- Adsterra may collect non-personal information (e.g., browser type, device type, approximate location, IP address) to improve ad targeting and performance.
- We do not share personally identifiable information (such as your name or email) with Adsterra.
- You can learn more about Adsterra's privacy practices and their data collection policies by visiting the Adsterra Privacy Policy.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising from Adsterra and other participating networks through industry opt-out tools:
- YourAdChoices (US)
- Your Online Choices (EU)
- You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings.
Please note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see fewer ads; rather, they will be less tailored to your interests.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
- Essential cookies – for login and site functionality.
- Analytics cookies – to understand how you use ReadAura (e.g., page views).
- Advertising cookies – placed by Adsterra to deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance.
You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site features.
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. We may share data only:
- With trusted service providers (e.g., analytics providers, Adsterra) who process data under strict confidentiality.
- If required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.
6. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access – request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction – update inaccurate information.
- Deletion – request account and data deletion.
- Opt-out of sale – we do not sell data, so this is not applicable.
- Withdraw consent – for cookies or personalized ads (manage via browser or ad choices).
To exercise these rights, contact us using the email below.
7. Children's Privacy
ReadAura is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us.
8. Data Retention & Security
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. You may delete your account at any time, after which we remove or anonymize your personal data. We use industry-standard security measures, but no internet transmission is 100% secure.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this page occasionally. The date at the bottom indicates the last revision. Continued use of ReadAura after changes means you accept the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
For privacy questions, requests, or concerns, email us at:
readaurasupport@gmail.com
Last updated: June 22, 2026