Privacy Policy

Effective date: March 24, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how 1PM Daily (“1PM Daily,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit https://www.1pmdaily.com/ (the “Site”).

1PM Daily is a free-access news and educational website. We do not require paid subscriptions to read our content, and we do not require visitors to create an account to browse the Site.

Key points (plain-English summary)

We do not require accounts to read our content, and we do not collect payment or credit card information on the Site.
We collect limited information automatically (such as device and usage data) to operate the Site and understand how it’s used.
We use Google Analytics to measure Site performance and usage patterns.
If you contact us by email, we receive the information you send us.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Information we collect

Information you provide to us

You can read the Site without creating an account. However, you may choose to provide information to us in limited situations, such as when you:

Email us or otherwise contact us (for example, to request a correction, report a technical issue, or ask a question).
Submit a tip, document, or inquiry to our editorial desk.

When you contact us, we may receive the information you include in your message (such as your email address and the contents of your message). We use this information to respond and to maintain appropriate records of communications.

Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect certain information about your device and your use of the Site, such as:

Device and browser information (for example, browser type, operating system, and general device identifiers).
Approximate location inferred from technical signals (for example, country/region-level location).
Usage information (for example, pages viewed, time spent, referring/exit pages, and interactions with Site content).
Log data collected by web servers and security systems (for example, IP address, request timestamps, referral URLs, and error logs).

We use this information to help keep the Site secure, operate reliably, and understand which content is helpful to readers.

Analytics (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site and to measure Site performance. Google Analytics helps us see aggregated reporting such as traffic trends, page popularity, and how readers navigate content.

Google Analytics is implemented on our Site using the Site Kit by Google plugin for WordPress.

Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect usage information and generate reports. We do not attempt to use Google Analytics to collect personally identifiable information (such as names, government IDs, or payment details). Please do not submit sensitive personal information to us through open text fields or email.

You can learn more about how Google Analytics collects and processes data by reviewing Google’s documentation and policies. You can also use browser settings and available tools to limit or disable Analytics measurement.

How we use information

We use information we collect to:

Provide and maintain the Site and its content.
Monitor and improve Site performance, reliability, and user experience.
Protect the security and integrity of the Site, detect abuse, and prevent fraud.
Respond to editorial, support, and privacy inquiries.
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

We do not sell personal information as a business model. We may share information in limited circumstances, including:

Service providers: We use vendors to support the Site (for example, website hosting, security services, and analytics providers such as Google Analytics). These providers process information on our behalf to provide their services.
Legal and safety reasons: We may disclose information if we believe it is necessary to comply with applicable law, respond to lawful requests, protect our rights, protect users, or investigate fraud or security issues.
Business changes: If we undergo a corporate change (such as restructuring, acquisition, or asset transfer), information may be transferred as part of that process, subject to applicable law.

Data retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including security, operational needs, and legal compliance. Retention periods may vary depending on the data type and where it is stored (for example, server logs, email communications, or analytics reporting).

Your choices

You can typically control certain data collection through your browser or device settings (for example, blocking or deleting cookies, limiting tracking controls, or using privacy-focused browser settings). You may also choose not to contact us by email if you do not want to share information directly with us.

Your privacy rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights related to your personal information, such as the right to request access, correction, deletion, or information about our processing of your data. We will consider and respond to verified requests as required by applicable law.

To submit a privacy request, contact us at [email protected].

Third-party links and embedded content

The Site may link to third-party websites or services (for example, primary-source institutions or reference materials). If you follow a third-party link, the third party’s privacy practices will apply. We encourage you to review third-party privacy policies when visiting external sites.

Advertising and sponsored content

We may display advertising or sponsored content. If we publish sponsored or paid content, we aim to label it clearly. Third-party advertising partners (if any) may collect information in connection with ad delivery and measurement.

For information about cookies and similar technologies used on the Site, please see our Cookie Policy: https://www.1pmdaily.com/cookie-policy.

Security

We implement reasonable safeguards designed to protect the Site and information we process. No website can guarantee absolute security, and you use the Site at your own risk.

International visitors

If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in jurisdictions that may have different data protection laws than your place of residence. We take steps designed to protect information consistent with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the effective date at the top of this page. If changes are material, we may take additional steps to provide notice as required by law.

Contact us

Privacy contact: [email protected]
General contact: [email protected]

Mailing address:
1PM Daily Media LLC
P.O. Box 1934
Cambridge, MA 02139
United States