Introduction
Outriderx (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy. This Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit outriderx.com or use our services. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described.
Key Sections
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide: Name, email, username, password, profile info (bio, location, skill level), profile picture, payment details (if purchasing), messages/communications, event RSVPs, dive logs, gear preferences, UGC you post.
Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, device info, operating system, pages visited, time spent, referring URL, interactions with features. (Link to Cookie Policy).
Location Data: If enabled (e.g., for finding nearby spots/events), precise or approximate location via IP or device GPS.
From Third Parties: If you log in via social media (e.g., Facebook, Google), we may receive basic profile info. Analytics providers may share aggregated data.
How We Use Your Information:
Operate, maintain, and improve the Service.
Create/manage your account and profile.
Facilitate community interaction (forums, messaging, event sharing).
Process transactions and send order confirmations.
Communicate with you (service updates, security alerts, newsletters – provide opt-out).
* Personalize content and recommendations (spots, events, gear).
* Analyse usage trends and performance.
* Enforce Terms, protect rights/safety, comply with legal obligations.
How We Share Your Information:
With Your Consent: E.g., if you RSVP to an event, organizers may see your name/profile.
Vendors/Service Providers: Companies helping us operate (hosting, payment processing, email delivery, analytics, moderation) – bound by confidentiality.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights/safety.
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Aggregated/Anonymized Data: For research, marketing, or partnerships (not personally identifiable).
International Transfers:
Your personal information may be processed and stored outside your home country (e.g., if you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or Switzerland, your data may be transferred to the United States or other non-EEA countries). These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.
We protect your data during international transfers using legally recognized safeguards:
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): We use [EU/UK/Swiss]-approved contractual clauses with third-party service providers to ensure your data receives equivalent protection abroad.
Adequacy Decisions: Where possible, we transfer data to countries deemed “adequate” by the European Commission (e.g., Canada, Japan).
Additional Safeguards: We implement technical measures (encryption, access controls) and organizational practices (data minimization, audits) to further secure transfers.
By using our Service, you consent to these transfers under applicable law. We will always ensure your data remains protected as described in this Policy, regardless of where it is processed.
Data Security: We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration:
Encryption in Transit:
All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is secured via SSL/TLS encryption (visible as ” https://outriderx.com’’ and a padlock icon in your browser).
Access Controls:
Strict internal access restrictions limit data handling to authorized personnel only.
Infrastructure Safeguards:
We use reputable cloud hosting providers with enterprise-grade firewalls, intrusion detection, and physical security.
Regular Audits:
Security practices are continually reviewed and updated to address emerging threats.
Important Limitations:
No digital system is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security against all threats (e.g., advanced malware, phishing).
Your Privacy Rights (Depending on Location):
Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
* Restrict or object to processing.
* Data portability.
* Opt-out of marketing communications.
* Withdraw consent (where applicable).
GDPR Compliance (For EU/UK/EEA Users)
Data Controller:
outriderx is the operating name of an adventure sports community platform currently in development. Pending formal company registration, the platform’s founding team acts as the joint data controllers for your personal data under GDPR.
Contact Information:
For all data privacy inquiries, requests, or concerns:
Email: privacy@outriderx.com
(We respond within 30 days)
Commitment:
Upon formal entity registration, this policy will be updated with registered company name & address.
Disclaimers:
While we strive for full GDPR compliance during our pre-registration phase, users acknowledge that our legal entity status is in transition. By using this service, you:
- Consent to the founding team acting as joint controllers.
- Waive claims related to entity status ambiguity during this interim period.
Legal Basis for Processing:
We process your data only where lawful bases exist:
Contract: To fulfil obligations when you create an account, purchase services, or participate in features requiring performance (e.g., event bookings).
Consent: For sending marketing emails, non-essential cookies, or sensitive data processing. You may withdraw consent anytime.
Legitimate Interests: For:
Service security, fraud prevention, and network integrity.
Improving our platform and user experience (analytics).
Facilitating community interactions (e.g., public forum posts).
Direct marketing (where allowed by law, with opt-out rights).
We balance these interests against your privacy rights.
Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, or regulatory laws.
Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, or regulatory laws.
CCPA/CPRA Compliance (For California Residents)
Your Rights:
Right to Know: Request details about personal data collected, used, sold/shared.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal data (with legal exceptions).
Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing:
We may sell or share identifiers (e.g., cookies, device IDs), browsing activity, and demographic data with advertising partners, sponsors, and analytics providers to support our services and deliver relevant offers.
To exercise your right to opt-out [Click “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” in our footer] or email [privacy@outriderx.com].
Right to Non-Discrimination: We won’t deny services or charge you more for exercising rights.
Categories of Data Sold/Shared:
| Category | Examples | Third-Party Recipients
|———————- |—————————- |——————————–
| Identifiers | Cookie IDs, IP address| Ad networks, Data brokers
| Internet Activity | Browsing history, interactions | Analytics providers
| Inferred Interests | Adventure sport preferences | Sponsors, Marketing partners
Disclaimer for Sensitive Data:
We never sell precise location, payment details, dive logs, or health data without explicit consent.
Your Role in Security:
Use a strong, unique password for your outriderx account and avoid reusing credentials.
Never share login details or sensitive data via unsecured channels (e.g., email, public chats).
Data Retention:
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for these purposes:
- Active Accounts: Maintained while your account is in use.
- Post-Account Closure: Deleted or anonymized within 90 days, except:
– Legal obligations (e.g., fraud investigations: 5 years)
– Financial records (e.g., purchases: 7 years)
– Technical constraints (backups: 6 months max)
Request deletion anytime at privacy@outriderx.com – we’ll comply within 30 days unless legally restricted.
Children's Privacy:
Strictly No Underage Access:
- Our services prohibit users under 16 (or 13 under COPPA).
- Zero Knowledge Collection: We never knowingly process data from children.
- Discovery Protocol: If underage use is detected:
- Immediate account/data termination
- Parental notification (if contact available)
- 72-hour breach report to regulators (where required)
Parents: Report accidental access to privacy@outriderx.com for urgent removal.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies:
We and our partners use cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies (“Tracking Technologies”) to:
- Operate Essential Functions: Enable secure logins, transactions, and site stability.
- Analyse Performance: Measure traffic, feature usage, and platform optimization (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Personalize Content/Ads: Deliver relevant offers based on your activity and interests (where consented).
Essential technologies deploy automatically under the ‘strictly necessary’ exemption (ePrivacy Directive Art. 5(3)). Non-essential tracking is disabled until explicit consent is obtained via our CMP.
Third-Party Links:
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources (e.g., gear retailers, event operators, training providers).
No Endorsement or Control: These links are provided for convenience only. We do not operate, monitor, or control third-party content/practices.
Assumption of Risk: Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and them.
Liability Waiver: outriderx disclaims all responsibility for:
(a) The accuracy, safety, or legality of third-party offerings;
(b) Any data collection, security breaches, or transactions conducted off our platform.
Users waive claims against outriderx arising from third-party engagement. This limitation applies to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law (including California Civil Code §1542).
Always review the third party’s terms and privacy policy before engaging.
Policy Updates:
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.
Non-Material Changes: Effective immediately upon posting (check the “Last Updated” date).
Material Changes (e.g., new data uses, sharing practices, rights alterations):
- Direct Notification: Registered users will receive advance email alerts (≥ 30 days prior).
- Site-Wide Notice: A prominent banner will appear for ≥ 14 days post-implementation.
- Re-Consent Requirement: Expanded processing (e.g., new data sales) will require fresh opt-in consent.
Materiality of changes is determined solely by outriderx. Failure to cease Service use post-update constitutes irrevocable acceptance.
Continued use of the Service after updates constitutes acceptance. Archived versions are available upon request at [privacy@outriderx.com].
Contact Us:
For privacy questions/requests: privacy@outriderx.com.
Last Updated: 09.07.2025, under policy title ‘’Privacy Policy’’
