Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Jan 15, 2025

YOJO.Center ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, YOJO.Center (the "Site"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide us when you register on the Site, subscribe to a newsletter, or contact us. This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Other details you provide in forms or communications

1.2 Non-Personal Information

When you access the Site, we may automatically collect information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages viewed on the Site
• Time and date of visits

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. This includes:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functionality of the Site.
• Performance Cookies: To understand how visitors use the Site and improve user experience.
• Functional Cookies: To remember user preferences and settings.
• Advertising Cookies: To deliver relevant advertisements to you.

You can adjust your browser settings to manage or disable cookies, which may affect your ability to use certain Site features. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy below.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and managing the Site's features and content
• Responding to your inquiries or requests
• Sending promotional communications (with your consent)
• Improving our services and user experience
• Monitoring and analyzing trends and usage
• Complying with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, or email delivery.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe it is necessary to:

• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or abuse
• Respond to legal processes or investigations

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

3.4 Transparency in Data Sharing

We provide information to third-party services that may process your data, such as analytics providers or cloud hosting services. Please see our Third-Party Services Policy for details and links to their privacy policies.

3.5 Third-Party Services Policy

Yojo.Center utilizes third-party services to operate and enhance the Site, including:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): We use AWS services such as Relational Database Service (RDS) to store and manage data securely and Simple Email Service (SES) for email communication.
• Vercel: The Site is hosted and deployed through Vercel, which provides fast and reliable hosting solutions.

These providers may process data as part of their services. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more information about their data practices:

• AWS Privacy Notice: https://aws.amazon.com/privacy
• Vercel Privacy Policy: https://vercel.com/legal/privacy-policy

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. This includes:

• Encryption protocols for data in transit and at rest.
• Regular security audits and penetration testing.
• Access controls to limit who can view or process data.

However, no system can guarantee 100% security. We encourage you to take precautions when sharing information online.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Criteria for determining retention periods include:

• Length of your relationship with us.
• Legal and regulatory obligations.
• Business needs.

After the retention period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

5.2 Access, Correction, and Deletion

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at privacy@yojo.center.

5.3 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

5.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving communications by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails, updating your notification settings at yojo.center, or contacting us directly.

5.5 Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals from web browsers.

5.6 Right to Restrict Processing

You may request limitations on how your data is used, particularly for direct marketing or automated decision-making.

6. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Minors' Privacy

The Site is available for use by minors, defined as persons younger than 18 years old; however, it is assumed that minors are using the Site with the consent of their guardians. Any program listed on YOJO.Center that minors apply to has its own privacy policies, practices, and protocols. It is the responsibility of the minor user and their guardian to investigate and review these policies before providing their data.

8. Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach, we will:

• Notify affected users within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.
• Provide details about the breach, its impact, and any measures to mitigate harm.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access the Site from outside the U.S., please note that your data may be transferred to and stored in the U.S. or other countries. We implement safeguards like standard contractual clauses (SCCs) to comply with international data protection regulations, including GDPR for EU users.

10. Accessibility

We are committed to making this Privacy Policy accessible to all users. If you require assistance or an alternative format, please contact us at privacy@yojo.center.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. An updated "Effective Date" will indicate the revised version, and we encourage you to review the Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: privacy@yojo.center

Thank you for trusting YOJO.Center.

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: Jan 15, 2025

At YOJO.Center, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing cookies.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and enhance your browsing experience. Cookies can be "session cookies," which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent cookies," which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted. Yojo.Center uses both session cookies and persistent cookies.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the Site.

2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with the Site, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve the performance and usability of our Site.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences, such as language and region settings, to provide a more personalized experience.

2.4 Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party cookies provided by services such as Google Analytics, advertising networks, and social media platforms. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties. For more information, please review the privacy policies of these third-party providers.

4. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• To ensure the Site functions properly.
• To understand how users interact with the Site.
• To remember user preferences and improve the user experience.
• To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their performance.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control and manage cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies.
• Delete existing cookies.
• Set preferences for certain websites.

Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of the Site.

5.2 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can use this banner to accept or manage your cookie preferences.

5.3 Opting Out of Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party cookies, such as those used for advertising, provide their own opt-out mechanisms. For example, you can opt out of Google Analytics by using the browser add-on available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The "Effective Date" will indicate the updated version at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at privacy@yojo.center.

Thank you for trusting YOJO.Center.