Privacy Policy
This policy explains what information Claystone Review collects, how it is used, and the choices you have.
Information we collect
When you visit, our servers and analytics tools may automatically receive standard technical information: your browser and device type, operating system, approximate location, the pages you view, the site that referred you, and the date and time of your visit. If you email us or enter an address in our newsletter field, we receive the information you choose to provide.
How information is used
We use this information to operate and maintain the site, understand which articles are read, prevent abuse and fraud, respond to messages, send the newsletter to those who request it, and improve our editorial work. Aggregated, de-identified data may be used to understand general readership patterns.
Cookies and analytics
The site may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and advertising attribution. You can limit or clear cookies through your browser settings. Some pages may include third-party services (such as web fonts or analytics) that set their own cookies under their own policies.
Advertising and affiliates
Claystone Review is reader-supported and some articles may contain affiliate links. Where present, tracking parameters or cookies may record that a visit or click came from this site so that a commission can be attributed. This does not give us access to your purchase details or any medical information.
Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We may share limited information with service providers that help us operate the site — hosting, analytics, email delivery, and security vendors — strictly to provide those services, and with authorities where required by law.
Data retention & security
We keep information only as long as reasonably necessary to operate the journal, answer requests, and meet legal obligations. We use reasonable measures to protect information, but no website or transmission method is perfectly secure, so please avoid sending sensitive details through ordinary email or web forms.
Health information
This site is not intended to collect protected health information. Please do not submit symptoms, diagnoses, medication lists, or other sensitive health details. The content here is editorial, not medical care.
Your choices
You may unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time, limit cookies in your browser, and — depending on where you live — request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold. To make a request, write to [email protected].
Children
The journal is intended for adult readers and is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. The version posted here is the one currently in effect; material changes will be reflected by the date above. Questions? Reach us at [email protected].