Last updated: May 10, 2026

Summary

We collect minimal data needed to operate the site. We use Google Analytics for aggregate traffic statistics. We use cookies set by affiliate networks when you click an outbound affiliate link. We do not sell personal data. EU and California residents have specific rights described below.

Data we collect

• Server logs: IP address, user agent, requested URL, referrer, timestamp. Used for security, abuse prevention, and aggregate analytics. Retained for 30 days.
• Google Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized traffic data via Google Analytics 4. We do not enable demographic or interest reporting features.
• Affiliate cookies: When you click an outbound affiliate link, the destination retailer's affiliate network may set cookies in your browser to attribute any subsequent purchase to us. The retailer's privacy policy governs that data.
• Newsletter: If you subscribe, we collect your email address solely to send the newsletter. We use a third-party newsletter provider (Substack or Buttondown). Unsubscribe is available in every email.

What we do not do

• We do not sell or rent personal data.
• We do not run advertising networks that profile users across the web.
• We do not use behavioral tracking pixels (Facebook Pixel, etc.).
• We do not require account creation to read content.

Cookies

The cookies set on this site fall into three categories:

• Strictly necessary: session and security cookies for site operation.
• Analytics: Google Analytics for aggregate traffic statistics.
• Affiliate: set by retailer affiliate networks when you click an outbound link. These are not set by us; they are set by the destination.

EU residents are presented with a cookie consent banner on first visit. Analytics cookies are not loaded until consent is given.

EU/UK rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU or UK, you have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data; the right to data portability; and the right to object to processing. Contact us using the email below to exercise these rights.

California rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of any sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

Children

This site is not directed at children under 13 (US) or 16 (EU). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided information, contact us for deletion.

Changes to this policy

We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page when this policy changes. Material changes will be announced via the newsletter where applicable.

Contact

Privacy and data requests: privacy [at] kanpaijournal.com