Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 1, 2026
Simple Summary: We collect minimal data to deliver your purchase and improve our service. We don't sell your data. You have rights to access, correct, or delete your information.
1. Who We Are
kalshibot.com ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Kalshi Pocket Almanac 2026 digital product. We are an independent provider of trading reference materials and have no affiliation with Kalshi, Inc.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you interact with our website or purchase our product, we may collect:
| Data Type | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Email Address | Product delivery, updates, support | Yes for purchase |
| Payment Information | Processing transactions (handled by payment processor) | Yes for purchase |
| Name (optional) | Personalized communication | No |
| Free preview requests | Sending sample content | Yes for preview |
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, referral sources
- Cookies & Analytics: Via Google Analytics (see Section 4)
2.3 What We Don't Collect
We do not collect:
- Sensitive personal information (race, religion, political views)
- Financial account numbers (beyond payment processing)
- Government IDs
- Health information
- Kalshi account credentials
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Deliver purchased products | Contract fulfillment |
| Send updates (Q3 2026 edition) | Legitimate interest |
| Process refunds under 30-Day Guarantee | Contract fulfillment |
| Respond to support requests | Legitimate interest |
| Improve website experience | Legitimate interest |
| Prevent fraud | Legal obligation |
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic. Google may collect:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Device and browser information
- Geographic location (city/country level)
Google Analytics data is anonymized and we cannot identify individual users from this data.
4.2 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function:
- Session cookies (expire when you close browser)
- Security cookies for payment processing
4.3 Your Cookie Choices
You can:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Use incognito/private browsing mode
- Opt-out of Google Analytics via Google's opt-out tool
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
5.1 Payment Processors
We use third-party payment processors (Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, or Gumroad). They collect payment information directly and we never see your full credit card details.
5.2 Service Providers
We may share data with:
- Email service providers (like SendGrid) for product delivery
- Hosting providers for website operation
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
All service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, such as:
- Court orders or subpoenas
- Government investigations
- Fraud prevention
5.4 What We Never Do
We do not:
- Sell your personal information
- Share your email with advertisers
- Use your data for political purposes
- Create detailed user profiles
6. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
| Data Type | Retention Period | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase records | 7 years | Tax and legal requirements |
| Email for product updates | Until Q3 2026 update delivered | Contract fulfillment |
| Support communications | 2 years | Customer service |
| Analytics data | 26 months | Google Analytics default |
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures:
- HTTPS encryption on our website
- Secure payment processing via reputable providers
- Regular security updates
- Limited employee access to personal data
However, no online transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Privacy Rights
8.1 GDPR Rights (EU/UK Users)
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a usable format
- Right to Object: Object to certain processing activities
8.2 CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Users)
If you are a California resident, you have:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
8.3 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights:
- Email: hello@kalshibot.com with "Privacy Request" in subject
- Specify which right you're exercising
- Provide enough information for us to verify your identity
We respond within 30 days and will not charge for reasonable requests.
9. Children's Privacy
Our product is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
We are based in the United States. If you are outside the US, your data will be transferred to and processed in the US. By using our service, you consent to this transfer.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. We will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- Notify significant changes via email (if we have your contact)
- Post the updated policy on this page
12. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: hello@kalshibot.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 business hours.
13. Data Protection Authority
EU/UK users have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated data protection laws.
Simple Reminder: We collect minimal data to deliver your purchase. We don't sell it. You can ask us what we have or delete it. Email hello@kalshibot.com with any concerns.