Do Not Sell My Personal Information

This statement is intended specifically for individuals residing in California and explains how their privacy rights are handled under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The law grants California residents certain protections and choices regarding the way companies collect, use, and share personal data. One of the key rights provided under this regulation is the ability to request that a business refrain from “selling” personal information, as that term is defined by California privacy legislation. In this context, personal information refers broadly to any data that can identify, relate to, or reasonably be linked to an individual consumer or household, excluding categories that are explicitly exempt under the CCPA.

Rhode does not engage in the conventional sale of personal information in exchange for money. However, like many digital businesses, it works with external partners that assist with website analytics, advertising services, and content personalization. Through these partnerships, certain types of data—such as online identifiers, cookie-based information, device details, and browsing activity—may be shared with service providers or advertising networks. Under the CCPA’s broad interpretation of what constitutes a “sale,” some of these data-sharing practices may fall within that definition even when no monetary exchange occurs.

California residents who prefer to opt out of such data-sharing practices may submit a formal request to exercise this right. Requests can be sent by email to RhodeOfficial@outlook.com or by contacting the support line at (626) 373-8226. Once a verifiable opt-out request is received, the company will take appropriate steps to limit the sharing of personal information in accordance with applicable legal requirements. It is important to note that certain types of data transfers are not considered “sales” under the law, and statutory exceptions may still apply even after an opt-out request has been processed. Opting out will not prevent all data usage described in the broader privacy policy, nor will it eliminate non-personalized advertising entirely. Users may still see ads, but those advertisements may be less relevant to their individual browsing behavior. In many cases, opt-out preferences are stored on the specific browser or device used when submitting the request.

Beyond California-specific rights, users more generally have access to various tools that allow them to manage tracking technologies and advertising preferences. Most web browsers automatically enable cookies, but users can adjust settings to block, limit, or delete them. These controls can reduce tracking and personalization, though they may also affect how certain website features function or display.

Mobile devices provide additional privacy settings that allow users to manage advertising identifiers and limit ad tracking. Depending on the operating system, users can reset identifiers or disable personalized advertising features through privacy settings menus. These options are commonly available on major platforms and give individuals greater control over how their data is used for marketing purposes.

In addition, several industry-wide initiatives offer centralized opt-out mechanisms for interest-based advertising. Organizations such as the Digital Advertising Alliance and the National Advertising Initiative provide online tools that allow users to opt out of personalized ads from participating companies. In some regions, similar frameworks exist, including those offered by European digital advertising associations. While these programs can reduce targeted advertising, they do not remove advertising entirely from online experiences.

Large technology platforms also provide their own privacy management tools. Services such as Google and Meta (Facebook) allow users to review and adjust how their data is used for advertising personalization through account settings. Google also offers additional controls related to advertising networks and analytics tools, which may include browser-based extensions for limiting tracking activities. Social media platforms typically allow users to manage permissions, restrict data sharing with third-party apps, and adjust personalization settings.

If individuals have questions about their privacy rights or wish to better understand the options available to them, they are encouraged to contact Rhode directly for assistance. Support is available via email at RhodeOfficial@outlook.com or by phone at (626) 373-8226. The team can provide guidance regarding opt-out requests, data practices, or general privacy-related inquiries.