Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 27, 2026

This privacy policy explains how XCM Articles ("we", "our", "us") handles information when you visit our public article pages at /public/. We are committed to keeping your data minimal and transparent.

Information We Collect

We collect only the following non-personal information:

Page visits — The URL of the page you visited and the referring page (if any).
Article clicks — The ID and title of articles you click to view.
Browser provider — The name and version of your browser (User-Agent string).

Information We Do NOT Collect

No IP addresses (stored)
No cookies or tracking identifiers
No personal information (name, email, address, etc.)
No location data
No device fingerprints
No social media or third-party tracking

How We Use This Information

The minimal data we collect is used solely for analytical purposes — to understand which articles are most popular and how users navigate the site. We do not sell, share, or transfer this data to any third party.

Data Storage & Retention

Tracking data is stored in a local JSON file on the server and is capped at 10,000 entries. Old entries are automatically overwritten. We do not maintain backups of tracking data.

Local Storage

This site uses your browser's localStorage to remember your theme preference (dark/light mode) and your recently viewed articles list. This data stays on your device and is never sent to the server except when you explicitly load articles. You can clear this data at any time via your browser settings or by using the "Clear Recents" button on the articles page.

Third-Party Services

This site does not use any third-party analytics, advertising, tracking scripts, embeds, or external services. The favicon is loaded from xcaliburmoon.net but no data is transmitted beyond the standard image request.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please reach out via the main site at xcaliburmoon.net.