Last updated: February 26, 2026
This privacy policy explains what information rachelandthecity.com collects, how it is used, and what rights you have in relation to it.
Information We Collect
Automatically collected data. When you visit this site, our hosting provider and analytics tools automatically collect standard log data including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This data is used to understand how readers find and use the site.
Cookies. This site uses cookies – small text files stored on your device. Cookies are used by Google Analytics (to measure traffic and behavior) and Google AdSense (to serve relevant ads). You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not function correctly if you do.
Newsletter and contact forms. If you sign up for The Daily Grift newsletter or submit a contact form, we collect the email address you provide. This is used only to send the newsletter or respond to your inquiry. We do not sell or share email addresses with third parties.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics. We use Google Analytics 4 to understand site traffic and reader behavior. Google Analytics collects data including pages viewed, time on site, general geographic location, and device type. This data is anonymized and aggregated. Google’s privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
Google AdSense. This site displays advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting google.com/settings/ads. Google’s use of advertising cookies is governed by its privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
Jetpack. This site uses Jetpack by WordPress.com for site security and performance. Jetpack may collect data including IP addresses and site activity logs. Automattic’s privacy policy is available at automattic.com/privacy.
How We Use Your Information
- To operate and improve the site
- To understand how readers find and engage with content
- To send the newsletter to subscribers who have opted in
- To serve advertisements (via Google AdSense)
- To protect the site against spam and security threats
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Opt out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time via the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email
- Request that we delete any personal data you have provided (contact us at the address below)
If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to access, correct, and delete your personal data.
Data Retention
Analytics data is retained for 26 months per Google’s default settings. Newsletter email addresses are retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this privacy policy can be sent to: [email protected]