Introduction
Pop City ("we", "us", or "our"), operating at Pop City, is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have. We have written it in plain language so it is easy to understand.
Last updated: July 7, 2026
Information we collect
We collect two broad categories of information:
- Usage data: When you visit our site, our analytics tools automatically record information such as pages visited, time spent on each page, the type of browser and device you are using, and the general geographic region you are browsing from. This data does not identify you personally.
- Information you provide: If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and the content of your message. We do not run a user-registration system, so we do not collect account credentials or payment details.
How we use your information
We use the data we collect to:
- Understand how readers find and use our content so we can improve it
- Respond to messages, story tips, and feedback you send us
- Monitor site performance and troubleshoot technical issues
- Ensure the security and integrity of our website
We do not use your data to build advertising profiles, and we do not sell your information to third parties.
Analytics
We use a third-party analytics service to measure site traffic and reader behavior in aggregate. This service may set cookies or use similar technologies to collect usage data on our behalf. The data is processed in a way that does not directly identify individual visitors. For more information about how cookies work on this site, please see our cookies policy.
Sharing your information
We share data only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: We work with trusted third-party providers (such as our analytics platform and web hosting service) who process data on our behalf. They are permitted to use the data only to provide services to us, not for their own purposes.
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request from a public authority.
- Business transfers: In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify readers if this occurs.
Data retention
Analytics data is retained in aggregate form for as long as it remains useful for improving our editorial product. Email correspondence is retained for as long as reasonably necessary to address the subject of the communication and is then deleted. We do not keep personal data longer than we need it.
Your rights
Depending on where you are located, you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of any personal data we hold about you. You may also have the right to object to or restrict certain types of processing. To exercise any of these rights, please reach out to us via the contact page. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Third-party links
Our articles may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information with them.
Children's privacy
Our site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take steps to remove it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact
If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch with us via the contact page.