PRIVACY

This Privacy Policy explains how REDACTED REPORT collects, uses, discloses, and protects information about you when you access the site, create an account, read content, become a member, contact support, or interact with features that we operate. By using the site you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, do not use the site. This policy is written in clear language so you can understand what we do and what we do not do. It does not create rights beyond those required by the laws that apply to you. If a term here conflicts with a stricter rule that applies in your home location, the stricter rule controls to the extent required.

What we collect

We collect information that you provide directly, that is created during your use of the site, and that comes from trusted service providers who support our operations. Information you provide includes account details such as name, email, password, and any profile details you choose to add. If you buy a membership or other paid feature you will provide payment details to our payment processor. We receive limited transaction records from that processor that confirm a charge, a refund, or a failure, and we do not store full card numbers. If you contact us by email or through a form we collect the content of your message and the contact details you submit. If you post comments or upload material we collect the text, files, and the time and context of the submission.

Information created during use includes device and log data such as pages viewed, time on page, referral source, approximate location derived from IP address, browser and device type, language setting, operating system, and basic diagnostic data that helps us keep the site stable and secure. We may collect a unique identifier set by your browser or device and a member identifier created by our system. If you are signed in we link activity to your account to provide access control and member features. We may use cookies and similar technologies to remember settings, keep you signed in, measure performance, prevent fraud, and understand how features are used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. Similar technologies include local storage, pixels, and tags. You can control cookies through your browser settings and you can clear them at any time, but some features may not work without them.

Information from service providers includes analytics and measurement data that helps us understand audience size, page performance, and general interest trends. We may receive high level reports about visits, conversions, and content engagement. We do not seek to identify you in these reports. We may also receive fraud prevention signals, chargeback notices, or security alerts from payment and security partners. If we run an email newsletter or send service notices we receive open and delivery status from our email provider so we can troubleshoot delivery. If you come to us through an affiliate link we receive a summary report from the affiliate platform that a referral occurred so that the correct partner can be credited.

How we use information

We use information to operate the site, provide content and membership features, process payments, prevent fraud, secure accounts, and meet legal obligations. We use it to remember you between sessions and to personalize your experience in simple ways such as remembering that you are a member and unlocking the content you paid to see. We use log and device data to maintain and improve performance, to diagnose errors, to manage capacity, to study which parts of the site are used, and to make practical decisions about new features. We use contact information to answer support requests and to send you messages about your account, billing, security, or changes to this policy or our terms. We may send a newsletter or announcements if you choose to receive them, and you can opt out of non essential email at any time. We may use information to enforce our rules, to protect our rights and the rights of others, and to respond to valid legal requests.

Legal bases and your choices

The legal basis for our use of your information depends on how you use the site. When you create an account, buy a subscription, or access member content we process information as needed to provide the service you requested. When we improve security, prevent fraud, and measure performance we rely on our legitimate interests in running a safe and effective site that users expect. When you consent to optional cookies or to newsletters we process information based on that consent. You can withdraw consent at any time by changing your settings or by unsubscribing, and withdrawal does not affect processing that already happened. Rights that apply to you vary by location, but common rights include the right to access your personal information, to request correction, to request deletion, to request a copy in a portable format, to object to certain processing, and to make a complaint to a regulator. We will honor valid requests as the law requires. To exercise a right, contact us at contact@redactedreport.com and explain the request. We may ask you to verify your identity to protect your account. If we decline a request in part or in full we will explain the reason unless we are not allowed to do so.

Data sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information with service providers who act on our behalf under contracts that limit use to the services they provide to us. These providers include payment processors, cloud hosting, content delivery networks, email services, analytics, security, and customer support tools. We may share information as needed to process transactions, to deliver email, to store content, to detect and prevent fraud, to measure site performance, and to comply with the law. We may share information if required by a court order, subpoena, or similar demand that we are legally bound to honor. We may also share information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is needed to protect life, prevent serious harm, or stop abuse of the site. If we explore or complete a change in control such as a merger, sale, or reorganization, information may be transferred as part of that event subject to continued protection at least as strong as described here.

Public areas and user content

If you post comments or other content in public areas of the site, that material can be seen by others and can be copied or shared by anyone who has access to the page. Search engines may index public pages. Think before you post. Do not include personal details that you would not want widely visible. If you post material that violates rights or laws we may remove it. We may keep copies as needed to comply with the law, to enforce our rules, or to maintain backups.

Advertising and analytics

We may use basic analytics to understand what content is read and how the site performs. If we run advertising we will say so on the site and we will explain the types of tracking used. You can opt out of marketing email at any time using the link in the message. You can set your browser to block or delete cookies and similar technologies. Some parts of the site may still record basic events because that is how the web works and how servers keep themselves safe. We do not intentionally build profiles of individual users for targeted ads.

International transfers

We may store and process information in data centers provided by trusted cloud vendors in locations that can be outside your home country. By using the site you understand that your information may be transferred to a country with different data rules. We use practical safeguards for these transfers such as standard contractual clauses or similar protections made available by our providers. You can contact us to learn more about the safeguards in place for your data.

Security

We use reasonable and industry aligned security measures to protect information. These measures include transport encryption, access controls, password hashing, and ongoing monitoring. No system is perfectly secure. Attacks, human error, and hardware failures can break through even strong defenses. You accept that risk when you use any online service. You must protect your account by using a strong password, by keeping your device secure, and by logging out on shared computers. If we believe your data has been exposed in a way that creates a real risk of harm and if the law requires notice, we will tell you and we will explain what we are doing about it.

Data retention

We keep personal information for as long as needed to run the site, to provide content you paid for, to comply with legal obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce agreements. The exact time varies by record type. Account data is kept while your account is active. Transaction records are kept for audit and tax. Logs that support security and performance are kept for shorter periods and then deleted or de identified. When we no longer need personal information we will delete it or de identify it. Backup copies can remain for a limited time and are removed on a rolling schedule.

Payments

Payments are handled by our payment processor. We do not store full card numbers or full bank details on our servers. The processor stores and protects that data and gives us tokens and summaries that allow us to confirm that a payment succeeded or failed. If a payment is disputed or charged back we receive that notice and may provide the processor with the data needed to resolve the dispute.

Your choices

You can review and update basic account details in your account area if that feature is available, or you can email us for help. You can opt out of marketing messages by using the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us. You can set your browser to block cookies, and you can clear cookies that have already been set. Doing so may affect the way the site works, and some features may not remember your session. You can choose not to post comments or not to upload materials. You can delete your account by contacting support, subject to limits described in the retention section.

Children

The site is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age that requires parental consent in their location. If you believe we have collected information from a child, email contact@redactedreport.com and we will take appropriate steps to remove the data and to close any account that should not exist.

Do Not Track and similar signals

Some browsers send a Do Not Track signal. Our systems do not respond to that signal at this time. You can still control cookies and tracking through your browser settings and through the choices described in this policy.

Your rights under regional rules

Certain regions grant specific rights such as the right to know categories of personal information collected and disclosed, the right to opt out of sale or sharing for targeted ads, the right to limit use of sensitive data, and the right to appeal a decision. If a rule like that applies to you, we will honor it to the extent required. We do not sell personal information for money. If you want to exercise a regional right, email contact@redactedreport.com and state which right you want to use. We will verify your identity and respond as the law requires. You can use an authorized agent if your local rules allow that path, and we may still require direct confirmation from you for security.

Third party links

The site contains links to other sites, tools, videos, and products. Those services have their own rules. We are not responsible for their content or their privacy practices. Read their policies before you use them. If you buy from a linked site, that site will handle your payment and your information under its own rules.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The current version will be posted on the site with a revised date. Changes take effect when posted unless a different time is stated. Your continued use after a change takes effect means you accept the updated policy. If a change materially affects how we use personal information we already hold, we will try to give you notice through the site or by email and we will follow the rules that apply to your location.

How to contact us

You can contact us at contact@redactedreport.com with questions about this policy, with requests to exercise your rights, with reports of a security issue, or with complaints. We try to respond in a reasonable time. If you believe we have not resolved a concern you may have the right to contact a data protection authority in your region.