Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 26, 2025

Welcome

This website is operated by Friends of Ling Ye ("we," "us," or "our"). By using our site, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. We may update this policy, and your continued use of the site means you accept those updates.

What We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect personal information you choose to share, including:

• Name, email, address, phone number, and location
• Demographics (e.g., gender, birthdate, zip code)
• Payment details (if making a transaction)
• SMS data if you sign up for text alerts (e.g., your number, carrier)

Information We Collect Automatically

We may collect data such as:

• IP address, browser type, pages visited
• Device type, location, and interactions with ads

This is done through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies.

You remain anonymous unless you submit personal information. You can opt out of non-personal data collection (see below).

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Improve site performance
• Remember your login if you select "remember me"
• Track how you use the site
• Show you more relevant content and ads

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Disabling may affect how our site works for you.

We also use Google Analytics to understand how users engage with our site. It collects data anonymously. Learn more about opting out here: http://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy

Your Choices

You can opt out of data collection and ad targeting by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance: www.aboutads.info

How We Use & Share Information

Personal Information

We use it to:

• Provide services, respond to requests, and send communications
• Process transactions
• Improve our operations, marketing, and security
• Comply with legal obligations

We may share data with service providers, for legal reasons, or if we sell or restructure our organization. We never sell your text message data.

Non-Personal Information

Used to:

• Improve user experience and ad targeting
• Report analytics and measure site performance
• Share trends (anonymously) with partners

Promotions & Referrals

If you enter a contest or refer a friend:

• We use the data to manage the promotion
• Your friend can ask us to delete their info
• We may contact you about future offers

Third Parties

Links & Ads

Our site may include links or ads from third parties. We're not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

Social Media

If you engage with our content on platforms like Facebook or Twitter, remember that those platforms have their own privacy terms. Any public posts or uploads are at your own risk.

Email Communication

If you provide your email, we may add you to our mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails. We don't sell or share your email address.

Data Security

We use reasonable measures to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure. Use the internet with caution.

California Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have rights to:

• Request details about your data
• Ask for deletion (unless law prevents it)
• Opt out of the sale of your data (we don't sell personal info)
• Be treated equally regardless of your privacy choices

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@ling4ny.com

Children

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Parents should supervise their children's online use.

Job Applicants

Information you submit when applying for a job will be used only for hiring purposes and may be shared with recruiters or evaluators.

International Visitors

If you're visiting from outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to the U.S. We take steps to protect your information regardless of location.

Contact Us

Questions? Email us at: info@ling4ny.com