Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 10, 2025

At CSPNStar LLC, we’re all about helping you chase the stars while keeping your personal info as safe as the night sky is vast. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you visit our website, use our interactive map, join our forums, or engage with the Cosmic Star Path Network. We’ve tried to keep it clear and simple, but if you’ve got questions, reach out to us at the details below. Let’s dive in!

Contact Information

CSPNStar LLC
Email: [email protected]
Address: 230 Vesey St, New York, NY 10281, US
Phone: +1 646-880-7649

1. What Information We Collect

We collect data to make your astrotourism experience awesome—whether you’re planning a trip to see the Perseids or sharing starry photos. Here’s what we might gather:

Personal Info: When you sign up for our newsletter, join forums, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and phone number (if you share it).

Usage Data: We track how you use our site—like pages visited, map searches, or calendar clicks—via cookies and analytics tools. This helps us improve stuff.

Device Info: Things like your IP address, browser type, or device details (e.g., mobile or desktop) so we can optimize your experience.

User Contributions: Photos, reviews, or forum posts you share about stargazing spots or events like the Geminids (December 13-14, 2025).

Location Data: If you use our interactive map and allow location access, we may collect approximate location data to suggest nearby dark sky spots.

We don’t collect more than we need, and we never ask for sensitive stuff like payment details unless you’re booking a tour through a trusted third-party partner.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us light the way to the stars. Here’s how we use it:

Personalize Your Experience: Suggest dark sky locations or celestial events (like new moon nights, August 4-6, 2025) based on your interests or location.

Improve Our Services: Analyze usage data to make our map, calendar, and guides (like astrophotography tips) better.

Communicate with You: Send newsletters about 2025 stargazing events, respond to your queries, or share community updates if you’re subscribed.

Support Community Features: Display your forum posts or photos to connect you with other stargazers.

Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud or technical issues on our site.

We don’t sell your data—ever. It’s for making your cosmic journey smoother, not for profit.

3. How We Share Your Information

We only share your data when it’s necessary and with care:

Service Providers: We use trusted partners for hosting, analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), or email services. They’re bound by strict privacy agreements.

Third-Party Tour Operators: If you book a stargazing tour via our site, we share minimal info (like name and email) with trusted operators listed on CSPNStar.

Legal Requirements: If required by law (e.g., a court order), we may share data, but we’ll notify you unless prohibited.

Community Features: Your forum posts or shared photos are visible to other users, but you control what you share (don’t post personal stuff!).

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies—tiny data files—to make our site work better. They help us:

Remember your preferences (like map filters for Dark Sky Reserves).

Track site usage to improve features (e.g., which destinations like Uluru are popular).

Show relevant ads (if we ever do, they’ll be astronomy-related).

You can manage cookies via your browser settings or our cookie consent pop-up. Opting out may limit some features, like personalized map suggestions. We use analytics tools that anonymize data—no sneaky tracking here.

5. Data Security

We take your data’s safety seriously, like guarding a telescope from a meteor shower. We use encryption (SSL), secure servers, and access controls to protect your info. But no system’s 100% foolproof—hackers are crafty—so we stay vigilant and update our measures regularly.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You’ve got control over your data:

Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters via the link in any email or contact us at [email protected].

Access or Delete: Request a copy of your data or ask us to delete it by emailing us. We’ll respond within 30 days.

Cookies: Disable cookies in your browser, though some site features may not work as smoothly.

Do Not Track: We honor browser “Do Not Track” signals for analytics.

If you’re in the EU or UK, you’ve got extra rights under GDPR, like correcting data or restricting processing. Reach out, and we’ll sort it.

7. Third-Party Links

Our site links to external sites—like tour operators or weather apps (e.g., Clear Outside). We’re not responsible for their privacy practices, so check their policies before sharing info. We only link to trusted partners, but you’re in the driver’s seat.

8. Children’s Privacy

CSPNStar’s for all ages, but we don’t knowingly collect data from kids under 13 without parental consent. If you’re a parent and think we’ve got your kid’s info, email us at [email protected], and we’ll delete it pronto.

9. International Data Transfers

We’re based in New York, but our servers and partners may be global. If you’re outside the US, your data may cross borders, protected by agreements like Standard Contractual Clauses for EU users. We ensure it’s handled with care, no matter where it goes.

10. Updates to This Policy

We might tweak this policy as our site evolves (like adding new map features). We’ll post updates here and notify you via email or a site pop-up if changes are big. Check back regularly—last updated June 10, 2025.

11. Contact Us

Got questions, concerns, or just wanna chat about the stars? Reach out:
CSPNStar LLC
Email: [email protected]
Address: 230 Vesey St, New York, NY 10281, US
Phone: +1 646-880-7649

We’re here to help you navigate the cosmos—and your privacy—with confidence. Now go chase those stars!