This Privacy Policy explains what information FetchOrSkip collects, how we use it, and what choices you have. We are committed to handling your data with care and transparency.
Information we collect
FetchOrSkip collects a limited set of information:
- Automatic data. When you visit the site, our servers and analytics tools record basic technical information: IP address, browser type, device type, pages viewed, referring URL, and time spent. This is standard for any website.
- Newsletter sign-up. If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. We use it only to send the newsletter and never share it.
- Messages. If you contact us through our contact page, we receive what you send. We use it only to respond.
- Cookies. See our Cookie Policy for the full list of cookies we use and why.
How we use this information
We use the data we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve FetchOrSkip
- Understand how readers find and use the site (aggregate analytics)
- Respond to messages and reader questions
- Send the newsletter to subscribers who opted in
- Comply with legal obligations when required
We do not sell your personal information. We do not share it with third parties for their independent marketing.
Third-party services
FetchOrSkip relies on a small set of third-party services to function. Each has its own privacy policy that governs how it handles data:
- Google Analytics for aggregate, anonymized usage statistics
- Google AdSense when ads are displayed
- Our hosting provider for server-level logs
- Email delivery providers for newsletter sending (if subscribed)
These providers may set their own cookies. See our Cookie Policy for details.
Your choices and rights
Depending on where you live, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:
- Access. You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction. You can ask us to correct inaccurate data.
- Deletion. You can request that we delete your data, except where we are required to retain it.
- Opt out. You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any email we send.
- Cookie control. You can manage or block cookies in your browser settings.
Readers in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, and California (under CCPA) have additional rights. To exercise any of them, contact us through our contact page.
Children’s privacy
FetchOrSkip is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Data security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we hold. No system is perfectly secure, but we take this seriously and update our practices when needed.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the “last updated” date below and, when appropriate, post a notice on the site.
Contact
For any privacy-related question, reach us through our contact page.
Last updated: 18 May 2026