Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 16, 2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Equity Empire does NOT sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We built Equity Empire on principles of transparency and respect for our subscribers. Your trust is paramount, and we treat your data with the same care we’d expect for our own.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Equity Empire. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and subscribe to our investment newsletter and stock recommendation services.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: Name, email address, mailing address
Payment Information: Billing details processed through Stripe and SureCart (we do not store complete credit card numbers)
Communications: Content of emails, feedback, or other communications you send us
Newsletter Preferences: Your subscription choices and content preferences

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, referral sources
Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies (see Section 5)
Email Engagement: Email open rates, link clicks, and engagement metrics through Substack and MailerLite

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Delivering our newsletter, investment analysis, and stock recommendations
Processing your subscription payments and managing your account
Sending important service updates and announcements
Responding to your questions and providing customer support
Improving our content and services based on usage patterns
Analyzing website performance and user behavior
Preventing fraud and ensuring platform security
Complying with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our business:

Email Services: Substack and MailerLite (newsletter delivery)
Payment Processing: Stripe and SureCart (subscription payments)
Web Hosting: Liquid Web (website infrastructure)
Analytics: Google Analytics (website usage analysis)
Social Media: YouTube, X/Twitter, Instagram (embedded content)

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect our rights, property, or safety
Prevent fraud or abuse
Respond to emergencies

4.3 What We DON’T Do

We do NOT:

Sell your email address or personal information to third parties
Share your data with advertisers or data brokers
Use your information for marketing purposes unrelated to Equity Empire
Send spam or excessive promotional emails

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage:

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics tracks visitor behavior and site performance
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices
Marketing Cookies: Track campaign effectiveness (can be disabled)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 General Rights (All Users)

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
Unsubscribe: Opt out of marketing emails at any time
Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format

6.2 GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to object to data processing
Right to restrict processing
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with your data protection authority

6.3 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

Know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
Delete personal information held by businesses
Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
Non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

6.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: team@myequityempire.com

We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers
Regular security audits and updates
Limited employee access to personal data
Secure hosting infrastructure with Liquid Web

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services to you
Comply with legal, tax, and accounting obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When you cancel your subscription, we retain basic information (email, transaction history) for legal compliance but delete unnecessary data. You may request complete deletion by contacting us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
Data processing agreements with service providers
Adherence to Privacy Shield principles where applicable

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website and newsletters may contain links to third-party websites, including:

Brokerage platforms
Financial news sources
Social media platforms (YouTube, X/Twitter, Instagram)
Company investor relations pages

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Children’s Privacy

Equity Empire is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Posting the updated policy on our website
Updating the “Last Updated” date
Sending an email notification for material changes

Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

Equity Empire

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact us:

Email: team@myequityempire.com

Mailing Address: 2086 E. Canal Dr. #131 Turlock, CA

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.

14. Additional Information for EU Residents

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

Contract Performance: Delivering newsletter services you’ve subscribed to
Consent: Marketing communications (you can withdraw at any time)
Legitimate Interests: Improving our services, preventing fraud
Legal Obligations: Compliance with tax and financial regulations

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at: team@myequityempire.com