Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LaCritic ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website lacritic.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information about you when you use our service. By using LaCritic, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information we collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Account information: username, email address, and password when you register.
• Usage data: pages visited, features used, time spent on the site.
• User-generated content: reviews, ratings, and comments you publish.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
• Contact information: data you provide when you contact us via the contact form.

3. How we use your information

• To provide and improve our service
• To manage your account and authenticate you
• To send you relevant notifications (you can opt out at any time)
• To respond to your support requests
• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our platform, remember your preferences, and analyze traffic. Some cookies are strictly necessary; others are used for analytics and advertising purposes.

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

We may also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Data collected is anonymized where possible.

5. Data sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with trusted third-party providers that help us operate our service (hosting, analytics, email delivery), under strict confidentiality agreements.

We may disclose data if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of LaCritic, our users, or the public.

6. Data retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, please use our contact form.

8. Children's privacy

LaCritic is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date. Continued use of LaCritic after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please use our contact form.