Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 20, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how personally identifiable information is collected and used by PoliceCentral.org (“we,” “our,” or “the Website”).
We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users and maintaining transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard information. This policy applies to data collected through our website and services.
By using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. If you do not agree, your only option is to stop using the Website.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Voluntary Information
When you register for an account, sign in with Google, leave a comment, or engage with interactive areas of the Website, you may voluntarily provide information such as your name, email address, and profile details.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
We may collect and log information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, referral source, pages visited, time spent on site, and general geographic location. This data may be collected through services like Google Analytics or Firebase.
We do not collect sensitive personal information such as home addresses, financial data, or government-issued ID numbers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for purposes including:
- Managing user authentication and access (via Firebase)
- Moderating user-submitted content
- Improving the performance, design, and security of the Website
- Understanding site usage through analytics
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website uses browser cookies and similar technologies to support functionality (e.g., login persistence) and analytics. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect certain features.
Some third-party services (such as Firebase, analytics tools, or embedded media) may set their own cookies. We do not control third-party cookie behavior and recommend reviewing those services’ privacy policies for more information.
You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/
4. Linked Sites and Third Parties
We may link to other websites, news sources, or media platforms. These sites may have their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for the policies or content of external websites and recommend that users review their policies independently.
5. Firebase Authentication
We use Firebase Authentication to allow users to log in with their Google account. When doing so, basic profile data (such as your email address and display name) may be shared with us. For more information, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.
6. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware that we have received personal data from a child under 13, we will delete it.
7. Users in the European Economic Area (EEA)
This Website is not intended for use by persons located within the European Economic Area (EEA). We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from users in the EEA. If you have accessed the site from within the EEA, please discontinue use. If you have submitted data in violation of this policy, you may contact us to request removal.
8. Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your data. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. Use of the Website is at your own risk.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website after any revision constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
For questions or privacy-related concerns, please use the contact form available at https://PoliceCentral.org.