This Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

Information we may collect

• Limited usage data such as pages viewed, referring URLs, device/browser type, approximate location (city/region), and time spent, typically collected via cookies or similar technologies for analytics and performance.
• Information you choose to submit (e.g., messages via our contact form). We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information.

How we use information

• To operate, maintain, and improve lowandclear, including understanding which topics help readers most.
• To respond to your inquiries, process permission requests, and address reports (e.g., copyright concerns).
• To protect our site’s security, prevent abuse, and comply with legal obligations.

Cookies and analytics

• We use strictly necessary cookies for basic site functionality and may use analytics cookies to understand aggregate usage patterns. Where required by your jurisdiction, we will display a consent prompt that allows you to accept, reject, or customize non‑essential cookies.

• We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.

         Data retention and security:

• We retain contact messages and minimal logs only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law, after which we securely delete or anonymize them.

          Your choices

• Opt out of non‑essential cookies via the consent prompt (where available) or your browser settings.
• Request access, correction, or deletion of information you submitted to us through the contact form. We will honor requests as required by applicable law and where we can authenticate the requester.

Changes to this Policy:

• We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be noted on the site with an updated effective date. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance.