Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 10, 2026
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Transparency Notice Regarding Law Enforcement Requests
We operate this site as an independent entity and are not affiliated with any government agency. If this website, its hosting provider (e.g., WordPress.com/Automattic), or a third-party service we use receives a valid legal demand for user data (such as a subpoena, court order, or warrant), they or we may be legally compelled to comply.
As of the site’s creation date, 2025-01-10, no legal demands for user data have been received, to our knowledge. This specific notice will remain publicly visible in this policy for as long as that statement remains true. If this entire “Transparency Notice” section is ever removed or altered from this page, it signifies that, to our knowledge, a relevant legal request has been made and complied with by us, our hosting provider, or a third-party service provider.
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Information Collection
Our website, built on the WordPress platform, collects certain types of information as part of its standard operation. This includes data you provide directly, such as through comments or contact forms, as well as automatic data collected via analytics plugins (e.g., Jetpack, etc). The information collected may include:
- Personal identifiers you submit (e.g., name, email address) through comments or contact forms.
- Anonymous usage data including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring URLs, and timestamps.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies used to enhance site functionality and analyze traffic.
Use of Information
The information we collect is used solely to:
- Operate and maintain the website.
- Respond to your inquiries and comments.
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior to improve site performance.
Cookies
We use cookies to provide website functionality and to collect analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with the site.
Data Sharing with Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to others. However, to operate and maintain the site, certain data may be shared with trusted third-party service providers solely for operational purposes, including but not limited to:
- WordPress.com and Automattic (hosting and platform services)
- Akismet (spam filtering)
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only to provide the services we have engaged them for.
User Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information. However, due to the journalistic and public interest nature of this website, such rights may be limited to protect editorial integrity and freedom of expression. To exercise any rights or for inquiries regarding your data, please contact us at contactethan@gmail.com.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal obligations, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
General Safeguarding Statement
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the data we collect from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, due to the inherent nature of the internet, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal concerns or questions related to privacy, please consult a qualified attorney.
Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Contactethan@gmail.com