Privacy Policy

Oct, 10 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Open Streets LNC collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at openstreetslnc.org. We are committed to transparency and respect for your privacy. This policy applies to all visitors of our informational blog, which does not require registration or collect personal data through forms or databases.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain non-personal and technical information through standard web technologies. This includes:

  • IP address and approximate location
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Referring URLs
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it through external services (e.g., commenting on third-party platforms).

How We Use Information

The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:

  • To analyze website traffic and improve user experience
  • To understand which content is most valuable to our readers
  • To ensure the website functions properly and securely
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

We do not sell, rent, or trade your information to third parties for marketing purposes. All data is used internally and only in aggregated, anonymized form.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.

Types of cookies we use include:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services like Google Analytics to measure traffic patterns
  • Advertising cookies: Used by ad networks to serve relevant ads (see Third-Party Services below)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of the website.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to support our website operations:

  • Google Analytics: Collects anonymized data about site traffic and user behavior to help us improve content.
  • Google AdSense: Displays advertisements based on your browsing behavior. AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve personalized ads. You can opt out of personalized ads through the Google Ads Settings page.
  • Cloudflare: Provides security and performance optimization services, which may log IP addresses for threat detection.

These services have their own privacy policies. We do not control how they collect or use data. We recommend reviewing their policies directly.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect. Our website uses industry-standard security practices, including SSL encryption and secure hosting through Cloudflare. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data.

Your Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected about them
  • Request deletion of their personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of their personal information
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

Since we do not sell personal data, the right to opt out of sale does not apply. However, you may request access to or deletion of any data collected through our services by contacting us at [email protected]. We will respond within 45 days.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Nadia Faeti
450 10th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Email: [email protected]