Privacy Policy
Plain-language summary. We'll publish the lawyerly version later; this governs in the meantime.
Our Promise
- We collect the minimum necessary to run the site and improve it responsibly.
- We never sell personal data.
- We design for neutrality and accountability first.
What We Collect
- Account info you provide: email and basic profile details (if you register).
- Preferences you choose: theme, layout, accessibility, notification settings.
- Usage signals: basic analytics (pages viewed, device/browser, rough timing) used in aggregate.
- Support messages you send us (subject, content, metadata necessary to reply).
We do not collect sensitive categories (e.g., health, precise geolocation) for public use features.
How We Use Data
- Operate and secure the site, prevent abuse, and debug reliability issues.
- Improve content quality and search ranking with aggregate statistics.
- Respond to support requests and communicate important account changes.
What We Don't Do
- No selling of personal data.
- No political micro-targeting or engagement farming.
- No sharing with data brokers or surveillance entities. See our Civic Integrity Clause →
Cookies & Analytics
We use essential cookies for session and security. Analytics are privacy-respecting and used in aggregate for product measurement. You can limit analytics in Settings →
Retention
We keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above or to meet legal obligations, then delete or de-identify it.
Your Controls
- Update profile and preferences in Settings →
- Request data export or deletion via support@unmaskedpolitics.com (placeholder mailbox).
- Opt-downs for certain analytics and notifications live in Settings.
Security
We apply industry-standard safeguards (transport encryption, access controls, least-privilege operations). Report issues via Contact.
Children
UnmaskedPolitics is not directed to children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, contact us to remove it.
Third-Party Links
We sometimes link to external sites. Their privacy practices are their own—review their policies when you leave our domain.
Changes
We'll post updates on this page and note material changes in Legal. See also our Terms of Service.
Questions? Contact us or email support@unmaskedpolitics.com.