Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 13, 2026
Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Mendocino Patriot ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose information when you visit our website (mendocinopatriot.com or any associated domains) or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

• Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our site, we (or third-party analytics providers) may collect non-personal information such as IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, and general usage data via cookies and similar technologies.
• Voluntarily Provided Information: If you subscribe to our newsletter, contact us, or post a comment, we collect the information you provide (e.g., pseudonym/handle, comment text) and may log IP address and timestamp for security and abuse prevention.

We do not require or collect real names or email addresses for comments.

We do not collect sensitive personal information (e.g., health, financial, or precise geolocation data).

2. How We Use Information

• To operate and improve the website.
• To send newsletters or respond to inquiries (with your consent).
• To analyze site usage and trends.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for site functionality and may use analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share data with:

• Service providers (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) under strict confidentiality.
• Legal authorities if required by law.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect information, but no system is completely secure.

6. Your Choices and Rights

• Opt-out of newsletters via unsubscribe links.
• California residents: Under CCPA, you may request access, deletion, or opt-out of "sale" of personal information (we do not sell data). Contact us at the email below.
• EU/UK users: This site is not directed to EU/UK residents; contact us for GDPR inquiries.

7. Children's Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy; changes will be posted here with a new effective date.

9. Contact Us

Questions? Email: contact@mendopatriot.com