Last updated: April 11, 2026
At Topthreeus.com (Top Three US), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of personal information that is received and collected by our website and how it is used.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit Topthreeus.com, we may collect the following information:
- Personal Data: If you register to comment or subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address.
- Log Files: Like many other websites, we use log files. These include IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamp, and referring/exit pages.
- Cookies: We use cookies to store information about visitors’ preferences and to customize webpage content based on the visitor’s browser type.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Allow you to comment on our articles (as per our registration requirement).
- Improve our website content for our US-based audience.
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior.
- Prevent spam and maintain website security.
3. Data Hosting (Server Location)
Our website’s servers are located in Germany. By using our website, you understand and consent to your data being processed and stored in the European Union (EU), which follows strict GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) guidelines.
4. Third-Party Services & Advertising
We may use third-party services like Google Analytics to track traffic and Google AdSense to display ads. These third parties may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites on the internet.
5. Your Rights (CCPA & GDPR)
Depending on your location (USA or EU), you have the right to:
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Request that we delete your personal information.
- Opt-out of data collection.
6. Comments Policy
As a registered user, the information you provide during signup and any comments you post will be stored on our database until deleted by you or the administrator.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: contact@topthreeus.com
8. International Data Transfers
“Top Three US” is a global digital publication with our primary servers located in the United States. By using our website, you understand and agree that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed on servers located in the U.S. We take every precaution and follow industry-standard security measures to ensure that your data is handled safely, regardless of where you are accessing the site from.
9. Your Global Privacy Rights (CCPA, GDPR, etc.)
I respect the privacy of my readers regardless of their location. Depending on where you live (especially in the U.S. or EEA), you have specific rights regarding your personal data:
- The Right to Know: You can ask what personal data is being collected.
- The Right to Delete: You can request that I delete any personal info I have stored (like your email from a newsletter or comment).
- The Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of cookies and targeted advertising through your browser settings.
- The Right to Correct: You can ask to update any incorrect information.
To exercise these rights, simply reach out to me at contact@topthreeus.com.
10. Children’s Information
Protecting children’s privacy online is a top priority. “Top Three US” does not knowingly collect any personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact me immediately, and I will delete that data from our records promptly.