Effective Date: January 2026
Introduction
Kwaidanote (“we,” “our,” or “the blog”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website at kwaidanote.com.
By accessing or using this blog, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
Kwaidanote is a read-only blog. We do not require registration, login, or any personal account creation. We do not directly collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact details unless you voluntarily provide them through our contact form.
Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information when you visit:
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and access times
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small data files stored on your device (see “Cookies” section below)
This information is collected for site functionality, security, and analytics purposes.
Data Storage
Kwaidanote does not store any personally identifiable information on its servers. Any analytics or ad-related data is processed by Google. Please refer to Google’s privacy tools for managing or deleting your data:
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior to improve content
- Detect and prevent security threats or technical issues
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Cookies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites function properly and provide usage information.
Cookie Consent
Users accessing this site from the EU/EEA may see a cookie consent banner upon their first visit. You can manage your cookie preferences through this banner or your browser settings.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Google Analytics collects anonymized data including pages visited, time spent on site, and general location. Google Analytics uses IP anonymization to protect your privacy.
Advertising Cookies: This blog may use Google AdSense to display advertisements. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Managing Cookies
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. For more information:
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics collects data anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. Google Analytics on this site uses IP anonymization to protect user privacy. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
External Links
This blog may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Data Retention
We retain automatically collected data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, typically no longer than 26 months. Log data may be deleted sooner for security and storage management purposes.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:
For EU/EEA Users (GDPR)
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification or deletion
- Right to restrict or object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent
For California Users (CCPA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
To exercise these rights, contact us at kwaidanote@gmail.com.
Children’s Privacy
This blog does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Use this site at your own discretion.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
International Users
This blog is operated from the United States. If you access the site from outside this region, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. Data processing in the United States is conducted in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations. By using this site, you consent to such transfer and processing.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: kwaidanote@gmail.com
Contact Page: kwaidanote.com/contact
Summary: Kwaidanote is a simple, informational blog. We collect minimal information, use standard cookies and analytics, and may display third-party advertising through Google AdSense. We respect your privacy and comply with applicable data protection laws.