Last updated: 11/20/2025
The Pepperbirds (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a media and production organization offering news, entertainment, educational content, photography, videography, podcasts, radio broadcasting, and digital media services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you access our website, mobile features, newsletters, social platforms, or any service operated by The Pepperbirds (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide to Us
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Account and Profile Information: name, email, username, phone number, password
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Content Submissions: comments, messages, story submissions, job applications, forms, uploads (photos, videos)
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Newsletter or Membership Signup: email address, optional demographic info
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Business or Service Requests: booking details, photography/videography requests, media production details
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Voluntary Surveys, Polls, Contests: responses and contest entries
Information We Automatically Collect
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Device Data: IP address, browser type, mobile device type, operating system
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Usage Data: pages visited, time spent, clicks, content viewed
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Cookies & Tracking: used for analytics, improving user experience, remembering preferences, and ad measurement
Information from Third Parties
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Social media platforms when you interact with our content
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Advertising partners
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Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
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When you share our pages or use social login features
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Provide and improve our Services
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Publish news, media, and content safely and responsibly
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Personalize user experience and deliver tailored content
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Communicate updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
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Respond to inquiries, bookings, or customer service requests
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Support production services such as photography, filming, or podcast sessions
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Monitor website performance
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Prevent fraud and protect platform integrity
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Comply with legal obligations
How We Share Your Information
We may share information in the following circumstances:
With Service Providers
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Website hosting
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Cloud storage
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Email and newsletter distribution
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Advertising and marketing tools
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Analytics companies
With Your Consent
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When you choose to share or publish content (comments, photos, submissions)
For Legal or Safety Reasons
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To comply with laws or court orders
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To detect and prevent fraud or threats
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To protect the rights and safety of The Pepperbirds Media, our staff, and community
Business Transfers
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If we merge, restructure, or acquire new entities, your information may be transferred
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We never sell your personal information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, beacons, and similar technologies to:
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Improve website functionality
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Save login sessions
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Analyze traffic and engagement
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Show relevant advertising
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request corrections or updates
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Request deletion of your data
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Opt out of marketing or newsletters
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Limit cookies or tracking
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Request a copy of your stored data
To make any request, contact us at: info@thepepperbirds.com
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards such as:
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Encrypted data transmission
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Secured servers
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Access controls
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Regular security reviews
However, no online system is 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary for:
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Delivering our Services
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Legal compliance
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Security
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Business operations
You may request deletion at any time.
Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
If we discover data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.
Links to Other Websites
Our Services may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
We encourage reviewing their privacy policies.
International Users
If you access our Services outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The “Last Updated” date reflects the latest version.
Continued use of our Services means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or concerns, contact us:
The Pepperbirds Media
Email: info@thepepperbirds.com
Website: https://thepepperbirds.com