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1. Overview
InHouse Journal respects the privacy of our readers, sources, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains in simple terms what information we may collect when you use this Site and how we use it.2. Information We May Collect
- Information you provide directly: If you email us, submit a tip, request a correction, or otherwise contact us, we may collect the information you choose to share (such as your name, email address, and the content of your message), Our reporting is based on public records and official documents, but we welcome tips and context from readers.
- Basic usage information: Like most websites, we may collect standard technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This is typically collected through server logs or basic analytics tools.
3. How We Use Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your messages, tips, or correction requests,
- Improve our reporting and understand how readers use the Site,
- Maintain the security and reliability of the Site, and
Comply with legal obligations when required.
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Email and Tips
If you contact us with a tip or sensitive information, we will handle your communication with care. However, email is not a perfectly secure channel. If you require stronger protection, please indicate that in your first message so we can discuss safer options where possible.5. Cookies and Analytics
We may use basic analytics tools and cookies to understand aggregate traffic patterns (for example, which articles are most read, what devices people use). This helps us improve the Site. You can usually control cookies through your browser settings.6. Third-Party Services
If we embed or link to third-party services (for example, video platforms, document viewers, or social media), those services may collect their own information about you in accordance with their policies. We are not responsible for their practices.7. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for legitimate journalistic or archival purposes.8. Your Choices
- You may choose not to share personal information with us, but this may limit our ability to respond to you.
- If you want to update or request deletion of personal information you have directly provided, you can contact us and we will consider your request, subject to any legal or journalistic obligations.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the latest revision. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.10. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
answers@inhousejournal.com