1. Who We Are
DeafMonitor ("we," "us," "our") operates deafmonitor.com — an ASL-first, ad-free news platform for the global Deaf community. Our contact: via our contact form.
2. What We Collect
Information you provide
- Contact form submissions (name, email, message) — used only to respond to you
- Tip submissions — used only for editorial review
- Partner inquiries — used only to process your partnership
Information collected automatically
- Server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited) — retained for 30 days, never sold
- We do not use advertising trackers, Facebook Pixel, or Google Analytics
3. How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your messages and process your requests
- To improve site performance and fix bugs
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies
DeafMonitor uses only essential cookies required for WordPress to function (session management, security nonces). We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser without losing core site functionality.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us via the contact form. We will respond within 30 days.
6. Data Security
We use HTTPS encryption, regular security audits, and WordPress security best practices. No system is 100% secure — if you believe your data has been compromised, contact us immediately.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.