Privacy Policy for Common Ground Politics
At Common Ground Politics, we value your privacy and strive to be transparent and reasonable about our data practices. This Privacy Policy explains what information we co
Who We Are
Common Ground Politics is a website dedicated to civil discussion around political issues from a moderate, middle-ground perspective. If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can contact us via the information provided on our website.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information needed to facilitate discussion and improve your experience, including:
- Information you provide: When you comment, make an account, or contact us, this may include your name, email address, and any content you choose to share.
- Automatically collected Like most websites, we may collect basic technical information (such as your IP address, browser type, and device type) for security, analytics, and to enhance site performance.
- Cookies: We may use cookies or similar technologies to remember your preferences and optimize your visit. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, improve, and maintain the website and its features
- Moderate discussions and prevent abuse
- Respond to questions or feedback you send us
- Send periodic emails or notifications if you opt in (like newsletters or updates)
- Analyze site usage to make improvements
We do not sell your information to third parties.
Information Sharing
We will not share your personal information except:
- With service providers who help us run the website (such as web hosting and analytics), and only to the extent necessary for those services
- If required by law or to protect the site or its users (for example, to respond to legal requests or prevent fraud or abuse)
- If Common Ground Politics is acquired or merged, user information may transfer to the new owner as part of the business
Your Rights & Choices
- You can always choose not to provide certain information, though this may limit your ability to participate in discussions.
- You may request access, modification, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.
- You can opt out of any emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in the message.
Data Security
We take standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for adults and is not knowingly directed toward children under 18. If we discover we have collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices. We will post the revised policy on this page with a new “last updated” date, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to your privacy at Common Ground Politics, please contact us through our website’s contact form.
