Privacy Policy

Short answer: We collect minimal information, and only with your consent.

This website is a static site with optional analytics. We do not require you to create an account, log in, or provide personal information to read our content.

Information We Automatically Receive:

• • Server logs: When you visit our site, your web server may log your IP address and browser information (standard for all websites). We do not actively process or store these.
• • Browser storage: We store your theme preference (light/dark mode) and cookie consent choice locally in your browser using localStorage. This data never leaves your device.

Analytics (With Your Consent):

• • Google Analytics: If you consent, we use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This includes anonymized page views, session duration, and general location (country/city level). Your IP address is anonymized. Data is stored by Google and subject to their privacy policy.
• • Microsoft Clarity: If you consent, we use Microsoft Clarity for user behavior analytics, including session recordings and heatmaps. This helps us improve the site. Data is stored by Microsoft and subject to their privacy policy.
• • You can decline: Analytics only load if you click "Accept" on the cookie consent banner. If you decline, no analytics data is collected.

We intentionally avoid collecting:

• ❌ Personal identifiers: We don't ask for your name, email, phone number, or any personal information
• ❌ Form data: We don't have contact forms or registration forms
• ❌ Location data: No precise geolocation tracking (only general location via analytics if consented)
• ❌ Device identifiers: No device ID, IDFA, or Android Advertising ID collection
• ❌ Payment information: PayPal processes all donations directly—we never see your payment details
• ❌ Third-party tracking: No advertising networks, affiliate programs, or data brokers

We respect your privacy and comply with GDPR and CCPA:

• • Consent required: Analytics (Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity) only load if you explicitly accept via the cookie consent banner
• • You can decline: Clicking "Decline" means no analytics cookies or tracking scripts are loaded
• • Your choice is stored: Your consent preference is saved in your browser's localStorage (never sent to our servers)
• • You can change your mind: Clear your browser's localStorage to see the consent banner again and make a new choice
• • No tracking without consent: If you decline, we respect your choice and do not track you

If you choose to donate via PayPal:

• PayPal processes your information: Any data you provide (name, email, payment details) goes directly to PayPal. We do not receive or store this information.
• We receive donation notifications: PayPal may send us a notification that a donation was received, but we do not receive or store your personal details.
• No contact: We will never contact you based on donation information. If you receive contact claiming to be from us, it is a scam.

For PayPal's privacy practices, see PayPal's Privacy Policy at paypal.com.

We use the following third-party services (only with your consent):

• Google Analytics: Used for website analytics (page views, session duration, general location). Data is stored by Google and subject to Google's Privacy Policy. IP addresses are anonymized. Only loads if you consent.
• Microsoft Clarity: Used for user behavior analytics (session recordings, heatmaps). Data is stored by Microsoft and subject to Microsoft's Privacy Policy. Only loads if you consent.
• PayPal: Processes donations. See PayPal's Privacy Policy for their data practices.
• Hosting (AWS/Cloudflare): Your request to access the site goes through hosting providers. Their privacy policies apply to server logs.
• Domain registrar: Your WHOIS information may be protected based on your registrar's privacy settings.

If you are in the European Union:

• • Data minimization: We collect minimal data—only what's necessary to serve the website and improve it (with your consent)
• • Consent-based tracking: Analytics only load if you explicitly consent via the cookie banner
• • No profiling: We do not build detailed profiles or use automated decision-making
• • localStorage: Your theme preference and consent choice are stored locally on your device only, not on our servers
• • Your rights: You have rights under GDPR including access, deletion, and withdrawal of consent. Contact us (see below) if you have questions
• • Right to withdraw consent: You can withdraw consent at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage

The minimal information we receive is used only to:

• ✓ Serve the website to you
• ✓ Maintain server uptime and security
• ✓ Understand how visitors use the site (via analytics, with consent)
• ✓ Improve the website based on user behavior (via analytics, with consent)
• ✓ Process optional PayPal donations (via PayPal, not us)

We do not use information for:

• ❌ Marketing or advertising
• ❌ Selling or sharing with third parties (except analytics providers with your consent)
• ❌ Profiling or behavioral analysis beyond basic site usage
• ❌ Targeting or personalization

• localStorage: Your theme preference and consent choice persist in your browser until you clear it. You can delete it manually at any time via browser settings.
• Analytics data: Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity retain data according to their respective policies. We do not have direct control over their retention periods.
• Server logs: Hosting providers typically retain logs for 7-90 days (varies by provider). We do not have a specific retention policy because we do not actively process logs.
• PayPal data: PayPal retains transaction records according to their policies. We do not retain donation information beyond any automated receipt notification.

We take security seriously:

• ✓ HTTPS: All traffic is encrypted in transit
• ✓ Static hosting: No databases or user accounts means no authentication vulnerabilities
• ✓ No hyperlinks: Reduces phishing and social engineering risks
• ✓ Minimal attack surface: The less data we collect, the less can be compromised
• ✓ Consent-based tracking: Analytics only load with explicit user consent

Limitations: While we use industry-standard protections, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security against sophisticated attacks.

This website is hosted internationally. Depending on your hosting provider and analytics services:

• • Your request may be routed through servers in different countries
• • Analytics data (if consented) is stored by Google (US) and Microsoft (various locations)
• • EU residents: Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions may apply (depends on service provider)
• • By using this site and consenting to analytics, you consent to international data transfer

This site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please ask a parent or guardian before using this site.

If you are a California resident:

• • Right to know: We collect minimal data. See "What Information We Collect" above
• • Right to delete: Contact us to request deletion of any data we hold (see below). You can also clear localStorage and decline analytics consent
• • Right to opt-out: We do not sell personal information. You can opt-out of analytics by declining consent
• • No discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights
• • Do Not Sell My Personal Information: We do not sell personal information, so this right does not apply

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the site implies acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

• • Visit the Terms of Use page
• • Note: We do not monitor private messages or email. Official inquiries should be formal and documented
• • Privacy complaints can be filed with your local data protection authority