Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

1. Introduction

Explore Group (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Company”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, exploregroup.us (the “Site”), and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
Account Information: Username, password, profile information, preferences
Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, feedback, support requests
Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely through third-party providers)
Professional Information: Job title, company name, industry information
Survey and Form Data: Responses to questionnaires, forms, or surveys

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, unique identifiers
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral source, search queries
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience
Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (unless you grant explicit permission for precise location)

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

Social media platforms (if you connect your account)
Analytics providers
Advertising networks
Data brokers and publicly available sources

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery: Providing, maintaining, and improving our Site and services
Communication: Responding to inquiries, sending updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with consent)
Personalization: Customizing your experience and content based on preferences
Analytics: Understanding how users interact with our Site to improve functionality
Security: Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, abuse, and security incidents
Compliance: Meeting legal obligations, enforcing agreements, and protecting rights
Marketing: Creating targeted advertising campaigns and analyzing campaign effectiveness
Legitimate Business Interests: Operating our business, conducting research, and improving services

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who assist in operating our Site and providing services, including:

Web hosting providers
Analytics services
Payment processors
Email service providers
Customer support platforms
Marketing and advertising partners

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
Protect the safety, rights, and property of Explore Group, our users, or the public

4.3 Business Transfers

If Explore Group is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, dissolution, reorganization, or similar transaction or proceeding, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.

4.5 Aggregated and De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified data that cannot reasonably be used to identify you with third parties for research, marketing, analytics, and other purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including:

SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
Secure data storage with access controls
Regular security audits and updates
Employee confidentiality agreements
Restricted access to personal information

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or as permitted by law. The retention period may vary depending on the context and our legal obligations.

You may request deletion of your personal information subject to certain exceptions and legal requirements.

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict processing of your data
Data portability
Object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time

7.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
Delete personal information collected from you
Opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

7.3 Other US State Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional rights under state privacy laws such as:

Virginia (VCDPA)
Colorado (CPA)
Connecticut (CTDPA)
Utah (UCPA)
Montana (MTPA)

7.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Email: legal@exploregroup.us
Phone: 713-589-3142

We will respond to verified requests within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30–45 days).

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child’s account.

For residents of California under 16 or other applicable jurisdictions, we do not sell or share personal information without verifiable parental consent.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at legal@exploregroup.us.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

9.1 Types of Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security
Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use the Site
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver targeted advertising

9.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect Site functionality.

9.3 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party partners may place cookies on your device for analytics and advertising purposes. These partners have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.

10. Third-Party Links and Content

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not operated by Explore Group. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your information.

11. International Data Transfers

If you access our Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States or other countries. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers and processing.

For residents of the EU/EEA, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for international data transfers.

12. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing Do Not Track signals. Our Site does not respond to Do Not Track signals at this time.

13. California Privacy Rights

13.1 CCPA Disclosures

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA, but we may “share” personal information for targeted advertising purposes.

To opt-out of targeted advertising, you may submit a request through our contact information below.

13.2 California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

We do not respond to Do Not Track browser signals. We do not authorize third parties to collect personally identifiable information about your online activities for purposes of behavioral advertising.

14. Amendments to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, by providing prominent notice on our Site or sending you an email notification.

Your continued use of our Site following the posting of a revised Privacy Policy means you accept and agree to the changes.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Explore Group
Email: legal@exploregroup.us
Phone: 713-589-3142
Website: exploregroup.us