This is a first draft. It has not been reviewed by an attorney yet, and it should not be relied on until it has, especially given that this site may collect tips and source information.

What We Collect

We collect standard web analytics, showing which pages get visited and how people navigate the site. This helps us understand which stories matter most to readers. We do not use third-party ad networks. If you use a contact or tip form, we collect what you voluntarily provide, typically a name if you choose to give one, an email address, and your message. You can submit a tip anonymously. We do not require identifying information.

How We Protect Source Information

If you send us a tip, especially one identifying yourself or someone else, we store it securely and do not share it with third parties, advertisers, or analytics services. If your information becomes part of a published story, we will contact you first to verify details and give you a chance to respond or request anonymity. We do not publish identifying information about a confidential source without consent, except in the rare case where we are legally required to. Law enforcement and government agencies cannot access your submission through us without a valid court order, and we will fight an improper request.

Your Rights

If you submitted a tip or a message and want to know what we have on file, correct it, or delete it, email [contact email] with enough detail for us to find your submission. We can usually handle requests about contact information quickly. If your information is tied to an active investigation, we may need to hold onto it for legal reasons, and we will explain why if that applies. We aim to respond to a request within a reasonable time.

Changes to This Policy

If we change how we collect or handle information, we will post the update here with a new date. Questions about privacy, data, or tips can be sent to [contact email].