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Last updated August 7, 2026

Privacy policy

This policy explains what information Porchlight Stories may collect and how it is used.

Information you provide

If you subscribe, contact us, or respond to a story, we may receive information you choose to provide, such as your email address and message.

Information collected automatically

Our hosting and security providers may process basic technical information such as IP address, browser type, requested pages, and security events to deliver and protect the site. Cloudflare Web Analytics measures aggregate traffic and performance. Optional Google Analytics is activated only after consent.

How information is used

We use information to operate the site, deliver requested newsletters, answer messages, prevent abuse, and understand aggregate site performance. We do not sell personal information.

Retention and choices

Newsletter messages will include an unsubscribe option. Retention depends on the purpose for which information was collected and applicable legal obligations.

Service providers and changes

We may use hosting, email, analytics, and security providers that process information on our behalf. This policy will be updated when those services are activated or materially changed.