At Dive Into Stories ("we", "us", or "our"), your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
Information you provide
If you leave a comment or contact us, we may collect the name and any details you choose to share. You are never required to provide personal information to read or listen to stories.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, we automatically receive standard log information such as your browser type, device, approximate location (from your IP address), pages visited, and the time of your visit. This helps us understand how the site is used and keep it running well.
Cookies
We and our partners use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help the site remember your preferences (such as light or dark mode) and help us and our advertising partners measure and improve the service.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Some features of the site may not work as intended if cookies are disabled.
Advertising
We may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks, including Google AdSense. These networks help support the site so we can keep it free.
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.
- Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visits to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalized advertising at www.aboutads.info/choices.
For more information about how Google uses data, see Google's Privacy & Terms.
Analytics
We may use analytics tools to understand traffic and usage patterns in aggregate. This data is used to improve content and performance and is not used to identify you personally.
How we use your information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the website.
- To display and moderate comments.
- To respond to your messages and enquiries.
- To show relevant advertising that helps keep the site free.
- To protect the site against abuse, fraud, and security issues.
Children's privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will remove it.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. To make a request, contact us at contact@diveintostories.com.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach us at contact@diveintostories.com or through our Contact page.