Privacy Policy

 Last Updated: January 14, 2026

I'm Elara Hazel, and I run The Press Voice. This privacy policy explains what information this website collects, how I use it, and what control you have over your data.

I believe in transparency. This isn't a legal document designed to confuse you—it's a straightforward explanation of how your information is handled when you visit this site.

Information I Collect

Information You Give Me Directly

When you contact me via email at admin@thepressvoice.com, I receive whatever information you include in your message—typically your email address, name (if you provide it), and the content of your message.

I store these emails to respond to your questions and maintain records of conversations about article corrections or site improvements.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, The Press Voice automatically collects certain technical information when you visit:

  • Server Logs: My web hosting provider logs your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages you visit, and timestamps of your visits. This is standard practice for any website and helps me understand traffic patterns and diagnose technical issues.

  • Cookies: This site uses cookies—small text files stored on your device. Some cookies are necessary for the site to function. Others come from third-party services like Google AdSense (explained below).

How I Use Your Information

I use the information collected for these purposes:

  • Site Operation: To deliver web pages, maintain site security, and diagnose technical problems
  • Communication: To respond to emails you send me
  • Improvement: To understand which articles are useful and which topics interest readers
  • Advertising: To display relevant ads through Google AdSense (detailed below)

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

Google AdSense and Advertising

The Press Voice uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. This helps cover hosting costs and keeps the site running.

How AdSense Works

Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to show you ads based on your browsing activity across websites. This is called "interest-based advertising" or "personalized advertising."

Here's what happens:

  1. Cookies Are Placed: When you visit this site, Google places cookies on your browser that track your visit
  2. Data Is Collected: Google collects information about your browsing behavior, including pages you visit on this site and other sites that use Google advertising services
  3. Ads Are Targeted: Google uses this information to show you ads they think you'll find relevant
  4. Third-Party Access: Google may share this data with advertising partners who help them deliver ads

What Google Collects

Through AdSense, Google may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Operating system
  • Pages you visit on this site
  • Time spent on pages
  • Links you click
  • Your interactions with ads
  • Information from your previous visits to this site and other sites

Google's Use of Data

Google uses this information to:

  • Deliver targeted ads based on your interests
  • Measure ad performance and effectiveness
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Improve their advertising services

Google's own privacy policy governs their data practices. You can read it at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Your Advertising Choices

You have several options to control personalized advertising:

1. Opt Out of Personalized Google Ads

Visit Google's Ads Settings page: https://adssettings.google.com

You can turn off personalized ads from Google. You'll still see ads, but they won't be based on your browsing history.

2. Use the NAI Opt-Out Tool

The Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) provides an opt-out tool for multiple advertising networks at once: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/

3. Use the DAA Opt-Out Tool

The Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) offers a similar tool: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/

4. Enable "Do Not Track" or Use Browser Extensions

Most browsers offer a "Do Not Track" setting. You can also install browser extensions that block advertising cookies and trackers.

5. Use Private/Incognito Browsing

Private browsing modes prevent cookies from being stored permanently, though you'll still see ads during your session.

Important: Opting out of personalized ads doesn't mean you'll see fewer ads. You'll see the same number of ads—they just won't be targeted based on your interests.

Third-Party Services

Beyond Google AdSense, this site may use other third-party services that collect data:

Web Hosting

My web hosting provider stores server logs (IP addresses, timestamps, pages accessed) for security and technical purposes. They have their own privacy policies governing how they handle this data.

Analytics (If Applicable)

If I use analytics services like Google Analytics in the future, I'll update this policy to explain what data they collect and how you can opt out.

Cookies Used on This Site

Here are the types of cookies you might encounter:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the site to function. They enable basic features and security. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Advertising Cookies

These come from Google AdSense and track your activity to show targeted ads. You can control these through the opt-out methods listed above.

Performance Cookies

These help me understand how visitors use the site (pages visited, time spent, bounce rates). If I implement analytics tools, these cookies will track anonymous usage data.

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that blocking certain cookies may affect how the site functions.

Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your information:

Access and Deletion

If you've emailed me and want to know what information I have about you, or if you want me to delete your emails, contact me at admin@thepressvoice.com. I'll respond within 30 days.

Browser Settings

You can configure your browser to reject cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when new cookies are set. Be aware that some site features may not work properly if you block all cookies.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers send "Do Not Track" signals to websites. This site doesn't respond to Do Not Track signals because there's no universal standard for how sites should respond. However, you can use the opt-out tools listed above to control advertising tracking.

Data Security

I take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction:

  • Email communications are stored securely
  • The site uses HTTPS encryption for data transmitted between your browser and the server
  • I don't store sensitive personal information like credit card numbers or social security numbers (because I don't collect them)

However, no internet transmission is completely secure. I can't guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to or stored on this site.

Data Retention

  • Emails: I keep emails indefinitely to maintain conversation history about article corrections and site improvements
  • Server Logs: My hosting provider typically retains logs for 30-90 days
  • Cookies: Advertising cookies persist according to Google's policies (typically months to years unless you delete them)

Children's Privacy

The Press Voice is not directed at children under 13. I don't knowingly collect personal information from children. If you're a parent and believe your child has provided information to this site, contact me at admin@thepressvoice.com and I'll delete it.

International Visitors

This site is operated from and hosted in [your country/region]. If you're visiting from outside this area, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in [your country/region] where data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

By using this site, you consent to your information being transferred to and processed in [your country/region].

For European Union Visitors

If you're in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request limits on how I use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your data

To exercise these rights, contact me at admin@thepressvoice.com.

The legal basis for processing your data is:

  • Consent: For advertising cookies and email communications
  • Legitimate Interests: For site operation, security, and improvement

You can withdraw consent at any time by using the opt-out tools listed above or contacting me directly.

For California Residents

If you're a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) gives you specific rights:

  • Right to Know: Request information about what personal data I collect and how I use it
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" of personal data (note: I don't sell data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercise your rights without facing discriminatory treatment

To exercise these rights, contact me at admin@thepressvoice.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this privacy policy when I add new features, change third-party services, or need to comply with new regulations.

When I make significant changes, I'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If changes are substantial, I'll add a notice on the homepage for 30 days.

I encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how your information is handled.

Questions and Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your information is handled, contact me at:

Email: admin@thepressvoice.com

I'll respond to privacy inquiries within 1 to 2 days.

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