DREAD FEN

This Privacy Policy outlines how Dread Fen collects, utilizes, stores, and safeguards your personal information during your visits. Our website serves as an informational hub, delivering educational and research-based content on the psychology of social media. We do not engage in sales, e-commerce, or process payment details. Our primary objective is to provide knowledge and insights while rigorously protecting user privacy. We adhere to global privacy standards, including GDPR (EU), CCPA, and other relevant regulations.

We collect data to enhance user experience and maintain the security of our informational resource: Device and technical specifications: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device specifics, time zone settings, and cookie data. Engagement metrics: Pages viewed, interactive elements clicked, duration of visits, referral sources, and content interactions. Voluntarily provided information: Email addresses or other details submitted via subscription forms, contact inquiries, or surveys. Cookies and similar technologies: Small identifiers placed on your device to remember preferences, analyze site performance, and optimize content delivery. Dread Fen collects only the data essential for the operation and continuous improvement of our educational platform.

We leverage collected data for these specific purposes: Improving the functionality and user experience of our psychology-focused website. Analyzing user behavior and site navigation patterns to refine content relevance and delivery. Identifying and mitigating security threats, potential misuse, or technical malfunctions. Distributing newsletters, updates, or informational alerts if you have explicitly subscribed. Tailoring content and recommendations based on general user interests, solely for informational value, not commercial advertising.

Dread Fen never sells your personal information. Data may be shared exclusively under these circumstances: With trusted third-party service providers aiding in analytics, website hosting, or technical support. When legally mandated by authorities or for compliance with regulatory frameworks. In an anonymized or aggregated format for academic research, internal reporting, or ongoing website enhancements.

Our informational platform may integrate analytics or advertising tools such as Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, or comparable services. These services might gather anonymized usage data. You can manage or opt-out through: Google Ads Settings Facebook Ad Preferences Bing Ads Settings

We employ cookies, pixels, tags, and beacons to: Ensure optimal website functionality and navigation. Analyze website traffic and user engagement patterns. Personalize the user experience specifically for informational content delivery. You retain control over cookies via your browser settings. Be aware that disabling cookies might affect some site features.

Subject to your geographical location, you may exercise the following rights: Request access to your personal data held by us. Seek correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information. Request deletion of your personal data where applicable legal grounds exist. Object to or request restriction of specific data processing activities. Obtain a portable copy of your data for transfer. For users in the EU, these rights are protected under GDPR; for California residents, under CCPA; and for other regions, by applicable local statutes. To submit a request, please use our designated contact form.

Dread Fen implements robust technical and organizational safeguards to shield your data from unauthorized access, accidental loss, or misuse. Your data is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill the informational purposes of the website or to meet legal obligations.

Our website is designed for users aged 13 and above, or the minimum age stipulated by local legislation. Dread Fen does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you suspect such data has been collected, please contact us immediately for its removal.

Dread Fen respects and acknowledges “Do Not Track” signals sent by web browsers. However, these signals do not alter our data practices on this informational resource beyond what is legally mandated.

We may periodically revise this Privacy Policy to reflect operational changes at Dread Fen or to comply with new legal requirements. The 'last updated' date at the top of this page will indicate the most recent revision. Significant changes will be communicated prominently on our website.

For any inquiries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please reach out to us via the contact form on the website or through the provided email address.