Privacy Policy

Overview

Fiction Daily is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website. As a fictional news platform, we prioritize transparency and user privacy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit Fiction Daily, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Small files stored on your device to enhance functionality

Information You Provide

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide:

• Contact Forms: Name and email address when you contact us
• Newsletter Subscription: Email address if you subscribe to updates
• Comments or Feedback: Any information you choose to share with us

Information We Do Not Collect

Fiction Daily does not collect:

• Social Security numbers or government identification
• Financial information or payment details
• Sensitive personal information about health, politics, or beliefs
• Location data beyond general geographic region

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

• Website Functionality: Ensuring our site works properly and securely
• Communication: Responding to your inquiries and feedback
• Content Improvement: Understanding which stories and topics interest our readers
• Technical Maintenance: Identifying and fixing technical issues

Analytics and Improvement

We use aggregated, anonymous data to:

• Understand reading patterns and preferences
• Optimize website performance and loading times
• Identify popular content categories and topics
• Improve user experience and navigation

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We Do Not Sell Your Data

Fiction Daily does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

Limited Sharing Scenarios

We may share information only in these specific circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our website (hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Safety Concerns: To prevent harm or illegal activity
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition (with notice to users)

Third-Party Services

Our website may use these types of third-party services:

• Web Hosting: To make our site accessible online
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site (anonymized data)
• Content Delivery: To serve images and content efficiently

Cookies and Tracking

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve functionality.

How We Use Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and choices
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage (anonymous data)

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies (may affect site functionality)
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for future cookies
• Receive notifications when cookies are set

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about data we have collected
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request removal of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from communications at any time

How to Exercise Your Rights

To make a privacy-related request:

1. Email us at privacy@fictiondaily.com
2. Include your name and specific request
3. We will respond within 30 days
4. Verification may be required for security

Data Security

Security Measures

We protect your information through:

• Encryption: HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
• Regular Updates: Keeping security systems current
• Monitoring: Watching for unauthorized access attempts

Data Retention

• Contact Information: Kept only as long as necessary for communication
• Usage Data: Anonymized and aggregated after 12 months
• Inactive Accounts: Automatically deleted after 2 years of inactivity

Children's Privacy

Fiction Daily is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

Parents and guardians can:

• Review any information we may have about their child
• Request deletion of their child's information
• Refuse to allow further collection from their child

International Users

Fiction Daily operates as a global platform. If you access our site from outside the United States:

• Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States
• We comply with applicable international privacy laws
• You consent to this transfer by using our website
• We provide the same privacy protections regardless of location

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect:

• Changes in our practices or services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• User feedback and suggestions
• Technology improvements

When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Modified" date
• Significant changes will be prominently displayed
• Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance
• You can always view the current version on this page

Contact Information

Questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information?