Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 23, 2026

Your use of the Investors Hangout website ( "Site" ) indicates that you have read and accepted our privacy practices as outlined in this Privacy Policy. By accessing or continuing to use the Site, you agree to the terms described herein. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. Information We Collect

a. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, including but not limited to your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit. We collect this information for purposes of system administration, security monitoring, and aggregate analytics. We do not link IP addresses to any personally identifiable information.

b. Information You Provide Voluntarily
We collect personal information that you voluntarily submit, such as when you register for an account, post in forums or message boards, or contact us via email. This may include your name, email address, username, and any other information you choose to share. Please be aware that any information you post publicly in forums, message boards, chat rooms, or similar public areas of the Site is publicly visible and may be collected or used by third parties outside of our control.

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and pixel tags) to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, maintain session continuity, measure site activity, and improve functionality — including access to member-only areas without repeated logins.

We do not use cookies to retrieve personal information from your device that was not originally placed there by us. Except for information you voluntarily provide (e.g., during registration), we do not use cookie-based data for promotional or marketing purposes, nor do we share such data with third parties for those purposes.

You have the right to manage your cookie preferences. Most browsers are set to accept cookies by default; however, you may configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impair the functionality of some parts of the Site, including member-restricted areas.

2. Use of Collected Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

— To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its features
— To authenticate users and manage accounts
— To respond to your inquiries and communications
— To send service-related notifications, updates, and, where permitted, promotional messages
— To enforce our Terms of Use and applicable legal obligations
— To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity
— To comply with federal, state, and local laws

3. Disclosure of Information to Third Parties

Investors Hangout does not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes without your consent. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Legal Compliance and Protection: We may disclose user information when required by law, in response to valid legal process (such as a court order or subpoena), or at the request of governmental authorities conducting an investigation. We may also disclose information to enforce our policies, protect our legal rights or property, or protect the safety, rights, or property of our users or the public.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or similar corporate transaction, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating the Site (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery). These providers are contractually obligated to use your information solely for the purpose of providing services to us and to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.

4. Third-Party Advertising, Data Collection, and Identity Partners

In addition to the data we collect as described in this Privacy Policy, certain technology providers, advertising networks, and analytics partners may independently collect or receive data when you use our Site. These partners include InvestingChannel, Inc., which provides advertising and data technology services to help monetize our content.

When you visit our Site, these third parties may use cookies, pixels, device identifiers, or similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browser, device, and online activities over time and across different websites. These technologies are used to measure advertising effectiveness, deliver personalized or interest-based advertisements, prevent fraud, and perform analytics.

Identity Resolution and Cross-Channel Advertising: When you use this Site, certain information — such as a hashed version of your email address, IP address, or browser and operating system data — may be shared with identity resolution partners, including LiveRamp Inc. LiveRamp may return an online identification code used for interest-based and cross-channel advertising purposes. This code may be stored in a first-party cookie and shared with advertising companies to enable targeted advertising across platforms and devices.

Third-Party Ad Servers: Our Site also works with third-party ad servers, including Google/DoubleClick DFP, to deliver advertisements. These ad servers may independently collect information through their own cookies and tracking technologies when you view or interact with ads on our Site.

By continuing to use this Site, you acknowledge that third-party providers such as InvestingChannel may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies, which may differ materially from ours. We do not control these third parties' independent data collection or use practices. We encourage you to review InvestingChannel's Privacy Policy directly at https://www.investingchannel.com/privacy-policy/ for more information about their practices.

Opt-Out Options: If you wish to opt out of interest-based advertising by third-party ad networks, you may do so through the following resources:

— Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/policies/technologies/ads/
— Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1

5. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Site may contain links to external websites, including advertisements that redirect you away from the Site. These third-party websites operate independently and are not governed by this Privacy Policy. They may use their own cookies, collect their own data, and apply their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any linked third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

6. Your Privacy Rights Under U.S. Law

Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights with respect to your personal information, including the right to:

— Know what personal information we collect and how it is used or disclosed
— Request access to or a copy of your personal information
— Request correction of inaccurate personal information
— Request deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable exceptions
— Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell personal data)
— Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

These rights are available to residents of states including, but not limited to, California (under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act), Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, Florida, and other states with applicable privacy legislation in effect as of 2026.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 of this Policy. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.

7. Communications and Email

From time to time, we may use the contact information you provide to notify you of important changes to the Site, new services, or other offers we believe may be of interest to you. All promotional email communications will include an unsubscribe option in compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any such message, or by contacting us directly.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes limiting access to user data to authorized personnel and using appropriate security protocols for data transmission and storage.

However, no method of data transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of any data transmitted to or from the Site. You acknowledge and accept this inherent risk when transmitting information to us online. If you believe your account credentials have been compromised, you should immediately log in, change your password, and notify us promptly.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to information you choose to disclose publicly in forums, chat rooms, message boards, or similar public areas of the Site. Any information posted publicly may be viewed, collected, or used by other users or third parties, and you should exercise caution when sharing personal details in those contexts.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal information without verifiable parental consent, we will take prompt steps to delete such information from our records. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

10. Modifications to This Privacy Policy

Investors Hangout reserves the right to amend, update, or modify this Privacy Policy at any time, with or without prior notice, by posting the revised Policy on the Site. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the date of the most recent revision. Your continued use of the Site following any such modification constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.

11. Contacting Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or would like to request the removal of information you have provided to us, please contact us by email. We are committed to addressing your inquiries in a timely and transparent manner and welcome your questions and concerns.