Privacy Policy
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1. Information Collection
We strictly limit the data we collect. We do not require user registration, login, or personal accounts. We do not store your name, email address, or phone number in any database.
2. Automatically Collected Data
When you access ArticleAlpha, certain information about your device and usage may be automatically collected via standard web server logs. This includes:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address (Server Logs).
- Time and date of your visit.
3. Cookies & Consent Management
We respect your right to privacy. We categorize cookies into two types:
A. Essential Local Storage
We use your browser's local storage to save your preference for "Dark Mode" and your Cookie Consent choice. These are strictly necessary for the UI to function as you expect.
B. Analytics & Third-Party Cookies (Optional)
We use Google Analytics to understand how our site is used. These scripts are blocked by default. They will only load if you click "Accept" on our cookie banner.
Revoking Consent
You have the right to change your mind at any time. You can withdraw your consent by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of every page. This will clear your preferences and reload the page.
4. Third-Party Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. Your personal usage data remains private to you and our analytics provider (if consented). Here is how data interactions occur:
- Google (Analytics & AdSense): If you consent to cookies, we share anonymized traffic data with Google to analyze website performance.
- Data Aggregation: This application displays public data sourced from the Wikimedia Foundation. Your device does not communicate directly with Wikimedia servers; data is proxied through our API to protect your reading privacy.
5. Affiliate Links
ArticleAlpha is free to use. To support the project, we may include affiliate links. If you click on a third-party link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission. We have no control over the privacy policies of third-party sites.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact the developer at: info@articlealpha.com