1. Information We Collect

DuckSeek collects minimal information necessary to provide our service. This includes search queries, wallet addresses (when connected), and usage statistics.

We use Google Tag Manager (GTM) to manage and deploy tracking tags on our website. Through GTM and associated services, we may collect:

Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
Referral information (how you arrived at our site)
IP address and general location data
Search behavior and interaction patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide and improve our search service, process transactions, and maintain your account. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data collected through Google Tag Manager is used to:

Analyze website performance and user experience
Improve our search algorithms and service quality
Understand user preferences and behavior patterns
Optimize website functionality and loading times
Provide aggregated analytics for business decisions

3. Third-Party Data Sharing

Through our use of Google Tag Manager, certain data may be shared with Google and other third-party services integrated through GTM. This includes:

Google Analytics for website analytics and reporting
Other analytics and marketing platforms as configured in GTM
Data processing services that help us understand user behavior

We ensure that all third-party integrations comply with applicable privacy laws and our data protection standards.

4. Payment and Blockchain Transactions

When you connect your DuckWallet and make transactions, these are recorded on the DuckWallet custodial wallet. Transactions between DuckWallet and DuckSeek are private and not visible to third parties. Though blockchain transactions used to top up DuckWallet are public, but they are not visible to DuckSeek.

5. Cookies and Tracking

DuckSeek uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns. This includes:

Essential cookies for website functionality
Analytics cookies through Google Tag Manager
Performance cookies to optimize user experience
Third-party cookies from integrated services

You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit functionality. Some tracking through GTM may continue even with cookies disabled, as it may use other tracking technologies.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal data:

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
You can configure your browser settings to block or delete cookies
You can request information about data we have collected about you
You can request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)

8. Third-Party Links

DuckSeek provides links to third-party applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these applications. Additionally, our use of Google Tag Manager may involve data sharing with Google and other third-party services as described in this policy.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of any significant changes.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about our privacy practices, please contact us at muhametshin.1997@gmail.com or https://t.me/duckdao