Privacy Policy for Radioaramesh.org
Last Updated: March 02, 2025
Welcome to radioaramesh.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, radioaramesh.org (the “Website”). Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Kourosh Bagheri
Email: radioaramesh@shaw.ca
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our Website:
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies. This may include:
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Website, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and referral sources.
- Device Information: Details about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical data.
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver tailored content.
For more details on cookies, see the “Cookies and Tracking Technologies” section below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on radioaramesh.org, analyze site performance, and serve relevant content. Below is a list of cookies used on our Website, their purposes, and their duration:
Cookies Used on Radioaramesh.org
| Cookie Name | Domain | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YSC | youtube.com | Set by YouTube to track views of embedded videos on YouTube pages. | Session | Advertisement |
| __Secure-ROLLOUT_TOKEN | youtube.com | Used by YouTube for security purposes related to embedded video functionality. | 6 months | Other |
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | youtube.com | Set by YouTube to measure bandwidth and determine the player interface (new or old). | 6 months | Advertisement |
| VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | youtube.com | Stores the user’s cookie consent state for the current domain, set by YouTube. | 6 months | Advertisement |
| _ga_* | radioaramesh.org | Set by Google Analytics to store and count page views. | 1 year, 1 month, 4 days | Analytics |
| _ga | radioaramesh.org | Installed by Google Analytics to calculate visitor, session, and campaign data anonymously. | 1 year, 1 month, 4 days | Analytics |
| _gid | radioaramesh.org | Stores information on how visitors use the Website for analytics reporting (anonymous). | 1 day | Analytics |
| _gat_gtag_UA_* | radioaramesh.org | Set by Google Analytics to store a unique user ID for tracking purposes. | 1 minute | Analytics |
| yt-remote-device-id | youtube.com | Stores video preferences for users of embedded YouTube videos. | Never | Functional |
| ytidb::LAST_RESULT_ENTRY_KEY | youtube.com | Stores the last search result clicked by the user to improve search relevance. | Never | Functional |
| yt.innertube::requests | youtube.com | Registers a unique ID to track videos the user has seen on YouTube. | Never | Advertisement |
| yt.innertube::nextId | youtube.com | Registers a unique ID to track videos the user has seen on YouTube. | Never | Advertisement |
| yt-remote-connected-devices | youtube.com | Stores video preferences for embedded YouTube videos. | Never | Functional |
| rc::a | google.com | Set by Google reCAPTCHA to identify bots and protect against spam attacks. | Never | Necessary |
| wpEmojiSettingsSupports | radioaramesh.org | Set by WordPress to determine if the user’s browser can display emojis properly. | Session | Necessary |
| yt-remote-session-app | youtube.com | Stores preferences and information about the embedded YouTube video player interface. | Session | Functional |
| iU5q-!O9@$ | youtube.com | Purpose unclear; likely related to YouTube functionality. | Session | Other |
| yt-remote-cast-installed | youtube.com | Stores video player preferences for embedded YouTube videos. | Session | Functional |
| yt-remote-session-name | youtube.com | Stores video player preferences for embedded YouTube videos. | Session | Functional |
| 24ff5d0551a0304e | youtube.com | Purpose unclear; likely related to YouTube functionality. | Session | Other |
| yt-remote-fast-check-period | youtube.com | Stores video player preferences for embedded YouTube videos. | Session | Functional |
| rc::c | google.com | Set by Google reCAPTCHA to identify bots and protect against spam attacks. | Session | Necessary |
Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website. By continuing to use radioaramesh.org, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Privacy Policy.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Website.
- To analyze usage trends and enhance user experience.
- To respond to messages, inquiries, or requests submitted through our contact form or via email, using the personal information you provide (e.g., name, family name, email, phone number).
- To protect the Website from security threats or fraudulent activity.
- To comply with legal obligations, if applicable.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following cases:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party providers (e.g., Google Analytics, YouTube, WordPress) that assist us in operating the Website, analyzing its performance, or managing contact form submissions (e.g., email hosting services).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of radioaramesh.org, its users, or others.
Data Retention
- Contact Form Data: Personal information provided through the contact form (e.g., name, family name, email, phone number) will be retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or fulfill your request, unless further communication is required or you consent to longer retention. After this period, the data will be securely deleted.
- Automatically Collected Data: We retain analytics and cookie data for the durations specified in the cookie table above.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as:
- The right to access or request a copy of the data we hold about you (e.g., contact form submissions).
- The right to request correction or deletion of your data.
- The right to object to or restrict certain types of data processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at radioaramesh@shaw.ca.
Donations via PayPal
Our Website includes a PayPal donation button to allow users to support us. When you click the donation button, you will be redirected to the PayPal website to complete your donation. We do not collect, store, or process any personal or payment information related to donations on radioaramesh.org. All payment-related data is handled directly by PayPal, and their privacy policy applies to any information you provide there. Please review PayPal’s Privacy Policy for more details.
Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain embedded content or links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube, Google, PayPal). These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their policies before interacting with their services.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including data submitted through the contact form, from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Radioaramesh.org is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, including through the contact form. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.
Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our contact form or direct communication (e.g., email). This may include:
- Name and Family Name: To identify and address you appropriately.
- Email Address: To respond to your inquiries or messages.
- Phone Number: To contact you if preferred or necessary.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
For any questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, including inquiries about data collected via the contact form, please reach out to:
Kourosh Bagheri
Email: radioaramesh@shaw.ca