About Us
Data Collection and Purpose
When visitors leave comments, we collect the following data:
- Comment form data
- IP address
- Browser user agent (for spam detection)
- Email hash for Gravatar verification (Automattic Privacy Policy)
Media Uploads
Avoid uploading images with location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can extract it.
Cookies
- Comment-related cookies: Stored for 1 year.
- Login-related cookies: Lasts for 2 days (or 2 weeks if “Remember Me” is enabled).
- Post-editing cookies: Expire after 1 day.
Embedded Content
Articles may contain embedded content (videos, images, articles) which behaves like visiting the original site.
Data Retention
- Comments: Stored indefinitely.
- Registered users: Can view, edit, or delete personal data (excluding usernames).
Your Data Rights
Users can request an exported file of their data or request deletion (excluding legally retained data).
Data Transmission
Visitor comments may be checked via automated spam detection services.