We do NOT collect, store, or process any personal user data. Our website only uses third-party services (Google Analytics and AdSense) for anonymous analytics and advertising. No identifiable information about you is ever stored on our servers.
1. Introduction
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring complete transparency. IMPORTANT: We do NOT collect, store, or process any personal user data on our servers. This Privacy Policy explains how third-party services (Google Analytics and AdSense) may collect anonymous data when you visit our website. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Our Privacy-First Approach
We do NOT act as a data controller because we do not collect or store any personal information. Our website only integrates third-party services (Google Analytics for anonymous analytics and Google AdSense for advertising). These services may collect anonymous usage data, but no identifiable information about you is ever stored on our servers.
3. Information Collected by Third-Party Services
We do NOT collect any information directly
Google Analytics collects anonymous usage data: Pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, device information, and referring website. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify you
Google AdSense uses cookies for advertising: Cookies may be used to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
4. Third-Party Services Details
Google Analytics: Collects anonymous usage statistics to help us understand visitor behavior. Google may use this data per their Privacy Policy (https://policies.google.com/privacy)
Google AdSense: Displays advertisements on our website. Uses cookies to serve relevant ads based on browsing history. You can opt out at Google's Ads Settings (https://www.google.com/settings/ads).
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Your consent when you accept cookies through our cookie banner
Legitimate interests in operating our website and displaying content
Compliance with legal obligations where applicable.
6. How Third-Party Data is Used
Provide and maintain our fact-checking service
Analyze website usage to improve user experience (via Google Analytics)
Display relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)
Note: We do NOT use any data for email marketing, user profiling, or selling to third parties.
7. Data Sharing and Transfers
We do NOT sell or share your personal information because we don't collect any
Third-party services (Google Analytics and AdSense) operate independently
International transfers: Google may process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) with appropriate safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses).
8. Data Retention
We do NOT retain any personal information on our servers
Google Analytics: Retains data for 26 months (configurable)
Cookies: Expire according to their lifespans (session cookies to 2 years, depending on type).
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
Right to access: Request information about data collected by third parties
Right to erasure: Request deletion of cookies and tracking data ('right to be forgotten')
Right to restrict processing: Limit cookie usage through browser settings
Right to object: Opt out of personalized advertising
Right to withdraw consent: Change cookie preferences at any time
Right to lodge a complaint: File complaints with your local data protection authority
Note: Since we don't store your data, most requests should be directed to Google for Analytics/AdSense data.
10. Security Measures
Since we do NOT collect or store any personal information on our servers, your data security depends on the third-party services you interact with (Google Analytics and AdSense). We implement HTTPS encryption for all website traffic and follow security best practices for website hosting. Google implements their own security measures for data they collect.
11. Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has interacted with our website, third-party services (Google) may have collected anonymous usage data. Please contact Google directly to address any concerns about children's data.
12. Cookie Policy
Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics cookies: Google Analytics tracks anonymous usage patterns
Advertising cookies: Google AdSense enables personalized ads
Cookie management: Control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and ad relevance.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in third-party services or legal requirements. Significant changes will be posted on our website with a revised 'Last Updated' date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, please contact us at: Email: support@ijustcheck.com. For data protection inquiries under GDPR, you may also contact your local supervisory authority. For questions about data collected by Google Analytics or AdSense, please refer to Google's privacy resources.