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Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
The Lineage Archive ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website thelineagearchive.com (the "Site").
Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account or sign in using magic link authentication, we may collect:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site:
- Reading progress and saved dynasties (for logged-in users)
- Search queries (anonymized for analytics)
- Pages visited and time spent
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- IP address (for security and rate limiting)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain your account
- Save your reading progress and library
- Personalize content recommendations
- Improve our Site and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Respond to your inquiries
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Maintain your session when logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze Site traffic (via Cloudflare Web Analytics)
Cloudflare Web Analytics is privacy-focused and does not use cookies or collect personal data.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Cloudflare (hosting, analytics), ZeptoMail (email delivery)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@thelineagearchive.com.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@thelineagearchive.com