Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 01, 2026

disinfo.site provides informational content related to Media literacy & fact-checking and is committed to being transparent about how visitor data is handled. Our audience includes educators, students, researchers, and citizens interested in understanding media information and combating misinformation.

Information We Collect

When you visit disinfo.site, we automatically collect technical data to improve user experience and site performance. This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and session duration. These insights help us understand how our media literacy resources are accessed and used.

We also collect voluntary information when you interact with our contact forms or newsletter signup. Any personally identifiable information is collected with your explicit consent and used solely for responding to inquiries or providing requested information.

How We Use Your Information

The data we collect serves specific purposes aligned with our mission of media literacy and fact-checking. Technical data helps us diagnose website performance issues, understand content engagement, and improve our educational resources. Personal information submitted through contact forms allows us to directly respond to user questions and feedback.

We do not sell or share your personal data with unaffiliated third parties for their independent use. Any data processing is strictly limited to improving user experience and maintaining site functionality.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and interactions. disinfo.site uses first-party cookies for analytics and site performance tracking. These help us understand how users navigate our educational content and identify areas for improvement.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, doing so might limit certain site functionalities or impact your browsing experience.

Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

Google is our third-party advertising vendor and uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve personalized advertisements. These ads are tailored based on your prior browsing history across this and other websites. Personalization helps display more relevant content, but also means your online activities inform ad selection.

Users can manage ad preferences at adssettings.google.com to control their advertising experience.

Our media literacy resources might include links to external websites for additional context or reference. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies when navigating away from disinfo.site.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect collected information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes encrypted connections, regular security audits, and restricted internal data access.

Your Privacy Choices

You have multiple options for managing your privacy. Browser settings allow cookie management, and you can opt out of personalized advertising through Google's settings. For specific privacy questions or data requests, contact support@disinfo.site.

Children's Privacy

disinfo.site is designed for educational purposes and is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors and recommend parental guidance for accessing our content.

Changes to This Policy

Privacy practices evolve with technological and regulatory changes. We may update this policy periodically and will publish the most current version on the website. Continued site usage after policy modifications indicates acceptance of new terms.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related inquiries, comments, or concerns, please reach out to support@disinfo.site. We are committed to transparency and addressing user questions promptly.