Privacy Policy

QuotesX.net

Last Updated: October 27, 2025

Effective Date: October 27, 2025

Your Privacy Matters: QuotesX.net is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices in detail. Please read it carefully.

1. Introduction and Overview

Welcome to QuotesX.net (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “QuotesX”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information that applies to our website located at https://quotesx.net (the “Website” or “Service”), and any other services we may offer.

QuotesX.net is an educational platform dedicated to analyzing and providing context for famous quotes. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including:

• The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union
• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
• The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) for Canadian users
• Other applicable international privacy laws

By using QuotesX.net, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you interact with our Website. This includes:

Contact Form Submissions:

• Name (required)
• Email address (required)
• Subject of inquiry
• Message content
• Any other information you choose to provide in your message

Email Communications:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Content of your email messages
• Any attachments you send

Newsletter Subscriptions (if applicable):

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• Subscription preferences

Comments and Feedback:

• Any information included in comments, suggestions, or feedback you provide
• Content corrections or quote attribution suggestions

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit QuotesX.net, we automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our Website:

Log Data:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Date and time of access
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Referring website or source
• Click-through data
• Search queries entered on our Website

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. See Section 4 for detailed information about our cookie usage.

2.3 Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from third-party services we use:

• Google Analytics: Website usage statistics, demographics, and interests data
• Google AdSense: Advertising interaction data and ad preferences
• Social Media Platforms: If you interact with our content on social media, we may receive publicly available information

2.4 Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we do NOT collect:

• We do not collect credit card or payment information (we do not sell products or services)
• We do not collect Social Security numbers or government-issued ID numbers
• We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health information, biometric data, or genetic data
• We do not collect precise geolocation data
• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Improve Our Service

• Deliver and display our Website content to you
• Respond to your inquiries, questions, and feedback
• Process and fulfill your requests
• Improve our Website functionality, content, and user experience
• Develop new features and services
• Analyze how users interact with our content to make it more relevant
• Fix technical problems and maintain Website security

3.2 For Communication

• Send responses to your contact form submissions
• Provide customer support and assistance
• Send administrative communications about the Website
• Send newsletters and updates (only if you opt in)
• Notify you about important changes to our policies or service

3.3 For Analytics and Research

• Understand how visitors use our Website
• Analyze trends, usage patterns, and demographics
• Measure the effectiveness of our content
• Conduct research to improve our educational offerings
• Generate aggregated, anonymous statistics

3.4 For Advertising and Marketing

• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Provide personalized advertising based on your interests (with your consent where required)
• Send promotional communications (only with your explicit consent)

3.5 For Legal Compliance and Safety

• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies
• Protect our rights, property, and safety
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and the public
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security, or technical issues
• Respond to legal requests from authorities

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

4.3 Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third parties that may set cookies on your device:

Google Analytics:

• Tracks and analyzes Website usage
• Collects data about pages visited, time spent, and user behavior
• Creates anonymous reports to help us improve our content
• Cookie names: _ga, _gid, _gat
• Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Google AdSense:

• Delivers personalized advertisements
• Tracks ad impressions and clicks
• Uses the DoubleClick cookie for interest-based advertising
• May use cookies for frequency capping and ad targeting
• Learn more: Google Advertising
• Opt out: Google Ad Settings or NAI Opt-out Tool

4.4 How to Control Cookies

You have several options to control or limit cookies:

Browser Settings:

Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Methods vary by browser, so please check your browser’s help menu:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Third-Party Tools:

• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out
• Your Online Choices (EU)

Important Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of QuotesX.net and prevent you from accessing certain features.

4.5 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform technology standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals. As such, we do not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie control methods described above to manage tracking.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

5.1 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics and reporting
• Google AdSense: Advertising delivery and management
• Email Service Providers: If we send newsletters or email communications
• Web Hosting Providers: Website hosting and maintenance
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Fast and secure content delivery

These service providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes.

5.2 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or legal processes
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Investigate and prevent fraud, security issues, or technical problems
• Protect the personal safety of users or the public
• Respond to claims that content violates the rights of third parties

5.3 Business Transfers

If QuotesX.net is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our Website of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.

5.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.

5.5 Aggregated or Anonymous Information

We may share aggregated or anonymized information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. For example, we may share statistics about Website usage, popular content, or demographic information in aggregated form.

6. Data Security

6.1 Security Measures

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. Our security measures include:

• Encryption: We use SSL/TLS encryption to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure Servers: Our servers are located in secure facilities with restricted access
• Regular Updates: We keep our systems and software up to date with security patches
• Monitoring: We monitor our systems for potential vulnerabilities and attacks
• Password Protection: Sensitive systems are protected with strong passwords

6.2 Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Contact Form Data: Retained for up to 3 years after last contact
• Email Communications: Retained as needed for customer service and legal purposes
• Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics retention settings (26 months by default)
• Log Files: Typically retained for 90 days, then anonymized or deleted
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe

After the retention period expires, we will delete or anonymize your personal information. We may retain anonymized or aggregated data indefinitely for statistical and analytical purposes.

6.3 Limitations

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You transmit information to us at your own risk.

If you become aware of any security breach or unauthorized access to your information, please contact us immediately at info@quotesx.net.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws.

7.1 Rights for All Users

Regardless of your location, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request information about what personal data we hold about you
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Object: Object to our processing of your information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications

7.2 Additional Rights for EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format
• Right to Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR):

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you have given clear consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)
• Legitimate Interests: For website analytics, security, and improvement (balancing our interests with your rights)
• Legal Obligation: When required to comply with law

7.3 Additional Rights for California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell personal information, but you have the right to opt out if this changes
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

California “Shine the Light” Law:

California residents may request information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. However, we do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

7.4 Additional Rights for Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)

If you are a Canadian resident, you have rights under PIPEDA:

• Access to your personal information held by us
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent for certain processing
• File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

7.5 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your privacy rights, please contact us:

Privacy Rights Requests:

Email: privacy@quotesx.net

Subject Line: Specify your request (e.g., “GDPR Data Access Request,” “CCPA Deletion Request”)

Include: Your name, email address, and description of your request

Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days (45 days for CCPA requests)

We may ask you to verify your identity before processing your request to ensure security. We will not charge a fee for processing your request unless it is excessive, repetitive, or manifestly unfounded.

8. International Data Transfers

QuotesX.net operates in the United States. If you are accessing our Website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

The United States may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

For users in the European Union, we rely on the following safeguards for international data transfers:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Adequacy decisions where applicable
• Other lawful transfer mechanisms under GDPR

9. Children’s Privacy

QuotesX.net is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use our Website or provide any information to us.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at privacy@quotesx.net.

For users between 13 and 18 years of age, we recommend that you review this Privacy Policy with a parent or guardian and obtain their permission before using QuotesX.net.

10. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by QuotesX.net. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by our Website.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. When you leave our Website, we encourage you to read the privacy policies of every website you visit. Third-party websites may collect information, use cookies, or have different privacy practices than QuotesX.net.

Third-Party Services We Use:

• Google Analytics: Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense: Privacy & Terms

11. Email Communications and Marketing

11.1 Transactional Emails

We may send you transactional emails related to your use of our Website, such as:

• Responses to your contact form submissions
• Customer service communications
• Important updates about our Privacy Policy or Terms of Service
• Security alerts or account notifications

You cannot opt out of transactional emails, as they are necessary for us to provide our services.

11.2 Marketing Emails and Newsletters

If we offer email newsletters or promotional communications in the future, we will only send them to users who have explicitly opted in. These communications may include:

• New content notifications
• Featured quotes and analysis
• Website updates and announcements

11.3 How to Opt Out

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by:

• Clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any marketing email
• Emailing us at privacy@quotesx.net with “Unsubscribe” in the subject line
• Managing your email preferences in your account settings (if applicable)

We will process your opt-out request within 10 business days. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing emails, we may still send you transactional emails.

12. California “Do Not Sell My Personal Information”

Important Notice for California Residents:

We do not sell personal information to third parties for monetary or other valuable consideration. We do not and will not sell your personal information.

Under the CCPA, “sale” is broadly defined and may include sharing data for advertising purposes. While we use Google AdSense for advertising, we do not believe this constitutes a “sale” under CCPA. However, you can control personalized advertising through Google Ad Settings.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

13.1 Updates and Modifications

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Post the revised Privacy Policy on our Website
• For material changes, provide additional notice such as a prominent announcement on our Website or email notification (if we have your email address)

13.2 Your Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of QuotesX.net after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any changes, you must stop using our Website.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Information

14.1 Privacy Questions and Concerns

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Contact:

Email: privacy@quotesx.net

General Contact: info@quotesx.net

Website: https://quotesx.net/contact-us

Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time

Response Time: We typically respond within 24-48 hours for general inquiries, within 30 days for rights requests

14.2 General Inquiries

For non-privacy related questions about QuotesX.net, our content, or our services:

Email: info@quotesx.net

Contact Page: https://quotesx.net/contact-us

15. Regulatory Authorities and Complaint Filing

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated or you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate data protection or privacy authority in your jurisdiction.

15.1 United States – Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

For U.S. residents with consumer protection or privacy concerns:

Federal Trade Commission

Consumer Response Center

600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20580

Phone: 1-877-382-4357 (1-877-FTC-HELP)

TTY: 1-866-653-4261

Website: www.ftc.gov

Online Complaint: reportfraud.ftc.gov

Identity Theft: www.identitytheft.gov

15.2 California – Attorney General’s Office (CCPA)

For California residents exercising rights under CCPA:

California Attorney General’s Office

California Department of Justice

Office of the Attorney General

Privacy Enforcement and Protection Unit

300 South Spring Street, Suite 1702

Los Angeles, CA 90013

Phone: 916-210-6276

Website: oag.ca.gov/privacy

CCPA Information: oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa

Email: privacyenforcement@doj.ca.gov

15.3 European Union – Data Protection Authorities (GDPR)

For EU/EEA residents, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority:

European Data Protection Board

Find your country’s Data Protection Authority:

Website: edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en

Each EU member state has its own supervisory authority. Common authorities include:

• Germany: Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit (BfDI)
• France: Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL)
• Spain: Agencia Española de Protección de Datos (AEPD)
• Italy: Garante per la Protezione dei Dati Personali
• Netherlands: Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens

15.4 United Kingdom – Information Commissioner’s Office

For UK residents under UK GDPR:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

Wycliffe House

Water Lane

Wilmslow

Cheshire SK9 5AF

United Kingdom

Phone: +44 (0) 303 123 1113

International: +44 (0) 1625 545 745

Website: ico.org.uk

Online Complaint: ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint/

Live Chat: Available on their website during business hours

15.5 Canada – Privacy Commissioner

For Canadian residents under PIPEDA and provincial privacy laws:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

30 Victoria Street

Gatineau, Quebec K1A 1H3

Canada

Phone (toll-free in Canada): 1-800-282-1376

Phone (international): +1-819-994-5444

TTY: 1-800-053-7382

Fax: 819-994-5424

Website: www.priv.gc.ca

Online Complaint: www.priv.gc.ca/en/report-a-concern/

Email: info@priv.gc.ca

15.6 Australia – Information Commissioner

For Australian residents under the Privacy Act:

Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)

GPO Box 5288

Sydney NSW 2001

Australia

Phone (within Australia): 1300 363 992

Phone (international): +61 2 9284 9749

Fax: +61 2 9284 9666

Website: www.oaic.gov.au

Online Complaint: www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-complaints

Email: enquiries@oaic.gov.au

15.7 New Zealand – Privacy Commissioner

For New Zealand residents under the Privacy Act:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner

PO Box 10094

The Terrace

Wellington 6143

New Zealand

Phone: 0800 803 909 (within NZ)

Phone (international): +64 4 474 7590

Website: www.privacy.org.nz

Online Complaint: www.privacy.org.nz/your-rights/making-a-complaint/

Email: enquiries@privacy.org.nz

15.8 Switzerland – Federal Data Protection Commissioner

For Swiss residents:

Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC)

Feldeggweg 1

3003 Bern

Switzerland

Phone: +41 58 462 43 95

Fax: +41 58 465 99 96

Website: www.edoeb.admin.ch

Email: info@edoeb.admin.ch

15.9 Other Countries

If your country is not listed above, please visit the International Association of Privacy Professionals or search online for “[Your Country] data protection authority” to find your local privacy regulator.

16. Additional Privacy Information

16.1 Google Services Privacy

We use Google services (Analytics and AdSense) which have their own privacy practices:

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

How Google uses data: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Google Privacy Controls:

• Google Account Privacy Settings
• Google Ad Settings
• Google Analytics Opt-out

16.2 Your Responsibilities

While we take measures to protect your privacy, you also have responsibilities:

• Do not share sensitive personal information through unsecured contact forms
• Be cautious about what information you include in messages to us
• Use up-to-date browsers and security software
• Review your browser’s privacy settings
• Report any suspected privacy violations to us immediately

16.3 Data Processing Activities

For transparency, here is a summary of our data processing activities:

17. Glossary of Terms

To help you understand this Privacy Policy, here are definitions of key terms:

• Personal Information/Personal Data: Information that can be used to identify you, such as name, email address, IP address
• Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, or deletion
• Cookie: A small text file stored on your device by websites you visit
• Data Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data (QuotesX.net)
• Data Processor: An entity that processes data on behalf of the controller (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Anonymization: Process of removing identifying information so data cannot be linked to an individual
• IP Address: A unique numerical label assigned to your device when connected to the internet
• SSL/TLS: Encryption protocols that secure data transmission between your browser and our servers

18. Acknowledgment

BY USING QUOTESX.NET, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

• You have read this Privacy Policy in its entirety
• You understand how we collect, use, and share your information
• You consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy
• You understand your privacy rights and how to exercise them
• You agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THIS PRIVACY POLICY, PLEASE DO NOT USE QUOTESX.NET.

Thank You for Trusting QuotesX.net

Your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our data practices. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please don’t hesitate to contact us at privacy@quotesx.net.

We appreciate your interest in QuotesX.net and your trust in us to handle your information responsibly.

Document Version 1.0 | Last Updated: October 27, 2025 | Effective Date: October 27, 2025