Who we are
Melonpost operates www.melonpost.org (the “Site”). In this policy, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Melonpost. You can contact us about privacy at desk@melonpost.org.
Information we collect
- Information you give us: for example your email address if you subscribe to a newsletter, and the content of any message, tip, correction request or other enquiry you send us.
- Information collected automatically: such as your IP address, device and browser type, pages viewed, referring pages, and the date and time of your visit.
- Cookies and similar technologies: small files or identifiers that help the Site work, remember settings, measure usage and, where we use advertising, show and measure ads.
How we use information
- To operate, maintain and secure the Site
- To send newsletters or updates you have asked for
- To respond to your messages and requests
- To understand how the Site is used and improve our journalism and services
- To show and measure advertising
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Cookies and your choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting them. Some parts of the Site may not work properly without certain cookies. Where required by law, we ask for your consent before using non-essential cookies.
Newsletters
If you subscribe to a newsletter, we use your email address to send it. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with service providers who help us run the Site, such as hosting, analytics, email delivery and advertising partners, and they may only use it to provide services to us. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect the rights, safety or security of our readers, our staff or the Site.
How long we keep information
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter details are kept until you unsubscribe.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct or delete your personal information, to object to or restrict certain uses, to withdraw consent, and to receive a copy of your information. To exercise these rights, email desk@melonpost.org. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.
Children
The Site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has given us personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Security and international transfers
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information, but no online service can be completely secure. Our service providers may process information in countries other than your own, in which case we take steps to ensure appropriate protections are in place.
Links to other sites
Our articles may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to read their policies.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top of this page shows when it last changed. If we make significant changes, we will take reasonable steps to let you know.
Contact us
Questions about this policy or your information can be sent to desk@melonpost.org.