Trust & transparency
Privacy policy
Summary
We do not ask you to register and we do not sell personal data. Reading QW News involves standard server logs, analytics and advertising cookies described below.
What we collect
- Server logs: IP address, user agent, referring URL and requested page, kept for security and abuse prevention.
- Article view counts: aggregate only, not tied to an identity.
- Analytics: if enabled, Google Analytics 4 collects usage data under Google's terms.
- Messages you send us: the content of your email, kept only as long as needed to answer it.
Advertising and cookies
We use Google AdSense. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits. You can opt out of personalised advertising at Google Ads Settings, and opt out of third-party vendor cookies at aboutads.info/choices. You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings.
Legal basis and your rights
Where GDPR or comparable law applies, our basis is legitimate interest for logs and security, and consent for personalised advertising and analytics. You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal data we hold by emailing info@qwhosting.com.
Children
QW News is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect their data.
Changes
Material changes to this policy are published on this page with a new date.