Privacy Policy
Last updated: 1/30/2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Tribute to Gary ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at tributetogary.com (the "Service").
By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:
- Email address
- First name and last name
- Your relationship to Gary (e.g., friend, family member, colleague)
- Password (stored securely and encrypted)
- Tributes, stories, comments, and photos you submit
2.2 Information from Google OAuth
If you choose to sign in with Google, we receive the following information from Google:
- Your Google email address
- Your name (first and last name, if available)
- Your Google account ID
We do not receive or store your Google password. Google's use of information is governed by their Privacy Policy, available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
2.3 Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Usage data and timestamps
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
- Create and manage your account
- Display your tributes, stories, and photos on the website
- Moderate content to ensure appropriate use
- Send you important updates about the Service (if applicable)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Supabase, a third-party database service. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Public Content: Tributes, stories, comments, and photos you submit may be displayed publicly on the website (subject to moderation and approval)
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (such as Supabase for database hosting) who assist us in operating our Service
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
- Administrators and Moderators: Authorized administrators and moderators may access your account information for moderation and administrative purposes
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your account and personal information
- Opt out of certain data collection practices
- Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section below.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session and improve your experience. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: curtisacraig@gmail.com