98 Buck Social Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) governs the manner in which Sosco Social, LLC d/b/a 98 Buck Social (“98 Buck Social”, “Us”, “Our”) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User(s)”) of the https://www.98bucksocial.com website (“Site”). This Policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by 98 Buck Social.
Personal identification information
We may collect personal identifying information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit Our Site, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on Our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address and phone number. Users may, however, visit Our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to Us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identifying information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personally identifying information about Users whenever they interact with Our Site. Non-personally identifying information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users’ means of connection to Our Site, such as the operating system and the internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
Web browser cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How we use collected information
98 Buck Social collects and uses Users’ personal information for the following purposes:
To improve Our Site
We continually strive to improve Our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.
To improve customer service
Your information helps Us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.
To process transactions
We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.
To send periodic emails
The email address Users provide will be used to respond to their inquiries, and/or other requests or questions as well as marketing and web announcements. Users agree to be included in related companies’ marketing emails.
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on Our Site.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users’ personally identifiable information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personally identifiable information regarding visitors and Users with Our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use third party service providers to help Us operate Our business and the Site or administer activities on Our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes; you have given Us your permission by accepting this Policy. You also give Us permission to showcase your company logo and links to your social media. Please notify us in writing if you prefer we not use your social media in our advertising efforts. This may include email newsletters, website or other owned or third parties.
Sharing Information with Related Entities
While 98 Buck Social does not sell, trade, or rent Users’ personally identifiable information to unrelated third parties, we may share such information with parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, or other related entities and associated businesses. These related entities may use your personal information in a manner consistent with this Policy and for purposes such as improving service offerings, conducting market research, and providing you with information about products and services that may interest you. By agreeing to this Policy, you consent to such sharing of information with our related entities. We ensure that these entities adhere to similar standards of data protection as we do.
Third party websites
Users may find content on Our Site that links to third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from Our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interacting on any other website, including websites which have a link to Our Site, is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.
Changes to this Policy
98 Buck Social has the discretion to update this Policy at any time. When this Policy is updated, the date at the bottom of this page will be updated. 98 Buck Social encourages Users to frequently check this page for any changes and to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personally identifiable information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this Policy. If you do not agree to this Policy, please do not use Our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this Policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions about this Policy, the practices of this Site, or your dealings with this Site, please contact Us here.
SMS Privacy Policy Policy:
Sosco Social, LLC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify or change this Privacy Policy at any time with or without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review the current Privacy Policy on a regular basis. Your continued use of the Sosco Social, LLC service following any changes to the Privacy Policy constitutes your full acceptance of those changes. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy, please email us at hello@98bucksocial.com.
Information
Collection / Opt-Out
Sosco Social, LLC provides you (Customer) the tools and resources to collect your subscribers’ contact information on an opt-in basis. Subscribers, on the other hand, have the ability to opt out of your distribution lists easily and at any time.
NOTE: The Sosco Social, LLC service is not intended for children under 13, and Sosco Social, LLC does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13. You may classify and age gate your message content for recipients who are 21 years of age or older. Please be sure to disclose the content rating and its intended audience before opting in any subscribers.
Online Sign-Up Pages
Sosco Social, LLC allows you to collect email addresses, phone numbers, and other custom data when subscribers opt in to join your distribution list(s) via an online sign-up page powered by Sosco Social, LLC. The information they provide and the information Sosco Social, LLC obtains about them may be used to: Provide subscribers with the products and services they request. Anticipate and resolve problems and conflicts with our products and services. Verify and authenticate requests or changes of any personal information or data related. Provide any other purposes communicated to them at the time they provide or authorize the use of their information.
Mobile Keyword
In addition to Online Sign-up pages, you can also collect mobile phone numbers when subscribers text your mobile keyword (that you create) to Sosco Social, LLC’s shared short code, dedicated short code, toll-free number, or 10 digit number. By texting your mobile keyword, subscribers are opting in their mobile phone numbers to join your distribution list(s). You must clearly state with the keyword what specific content type the subscriber is opting in to receive. Also, when subscribers text in your mobile keyword, they are giving “prior express written consent” so you can view and access their mobile numbers. This allows you to send solicitation messages to the subscribers if you have disclosed how you plan to use the collected information. Subscribers must be able to remove their mobile phone numbers from your database at any time by sending “STOP” to your number or contacting your support number.
Changing Permission Settings
All subscribers have the ability to unsubscribe or change their personal subscription settings at any time. Please read other privacy policies pertaining to subscribers at SoscoMarketing.com. Ultimately, as the sender of messages, you are legally responsible to follow regulations such as TCPA and CTIA. This includes providing: (a) unsubscribe options and instructions (b) a message frequency disclosure (c) a campaign description and (d) “message and data rates may apply” disclosures on marketing materials, company website, sign up forms and any other collateral promoting your messaging campaign. However, because each customer’s use case varies, it is up to you to make sure that every subscriber is fully informed on how to unsubscribe and that the subscriber is removed from your messaging campaign upon their request and in a timely fashion. Your subscribers may also call the Sosco Social, LLC Unsubscribe Hotline at 1-844-982-8257 to unsubscribe at any time.
Importing Contact Information
You agree to import, add, edit, access or otherwise use only lists for which all listed parties have opted in to receive correspondence from you (“Permission-Based Lists”) in connection with your use of the service. You hereby agree that you shall not use any other lists in connection with your use of the service. In the event that you import or add a subscriber with phone numbers, you must be able to provide tangible proof upon request that the subscriber being imported or added has given prior express written consent to be added to your lists and to receive messages from you. Written consent may be granted when a subscriber is clearly and fully notified of the collection of their contact information and agrees in writing that he or she may be contacted through their collected contact information. Prior express written consent can be obtained in handwritten form or via email, website form, text message, or other methods in compliance with the E-SIGN Act. You will have to obtain prior express written consent from the recipient of your solicitation messages, even if you previously had a business relationship with the recipient. You should not assume a preexisting relationship to be a substitute for explicit permission to import corresponding contact information into Sosco Social, LLC’s system. Nor should you send messages without explicit permission. If it is discovered that you have been delivering any type of message to recipients who have not granted you permission to do so, you will be held fully accountable for your actions and are subject to any and all legal actions that result from such violations including class action suits, whether you use our standard user interface or API.
Sharing and Usage / Exporting
You are not allowed to share your subscribers’ contact info with any third party for any reason. Sosco Social, LLC does not share, sell, or rent any contact information with any party, with the exceptions listed below:
To provide you with the products and services requested by you or your subscribers.
To anticipate and resolve problems and conflicts with our products and services.
For verification and authentication purposes in regards to requests or changes of any personal information or data related.
For other purposes communicated to you at the time you provide or authorize the use of your information.
To enforce our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy or other legal agreements.
To outsource any of the tasks referenced in our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, such as customer service. In response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes.
To establish or exercise our legal rights or defend against legal claims.
To share with a company controlled by, or under common control with Sosco Social, LLC for any purpose permitted by our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
When Sosco Social, LLC believes such use or disclosure is (a) necessary in order to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding suspected illegal activities, fraud, or situations involving potential threats to the physical safety of any person, or (b) required by law.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, consolidation, divestiture, or bankruptcy of Sosco Social, LLC.
February 2024