MysteryPile Privacy Policy

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Google Analytics and AdSense, together use cookies and content awareness algorithms to serve relevant ads on our site, as well as provide data we use to improve the site experience. Visitors may opt out of this data collection using the appropriate tool at: Google Analytics Opt-out. The browser plug-in is designed to prevent cookies from being stored on the visitor's computer. Private enabled search engines or browser windows may be used to prevent cookies from being stored.

Any collected data is protected.

Information collected from browsing sessions is analyzed privately to improve the MysteryPile website experience. Data collected is anonymous details, such as browser information, screen resolution, computer location, browsing history, and site usage. Personal details or personally identifiable information is never collected. Analysis provided by Analytics is never sold and is used only for the purpose of improving the site. As part of the agreement, Google may confidentially share collected Analytics information anonymously with third party research organizations.

Please understand visitor anonymity is respected. Owners and operators of the MysteryPile website do not sell, trade, or share any data collected by analysis programs to outside parties. When required by law, MysteryPile will release appropriate information to authorities in order to enforce site policies, to protect the rights of others and their safety.

The use of cookies.

Cookies are used on this website to store basic, non-personal information about the site visit in order to provide a customized experience. These small files capture data about browser versions, geographic location, screen resolution, and device details to be retained for future visits. Details stored in cookies are kept for a short period of time and automatically expire from the browser if this site is not visited for a period of time. Cookies may be disabled in most browsers if desired.

Online Privacy Protection Act Compliance.

MysteryPile is compliant with online privacy acts and does not collect any personally identifiable information. Any details submitted by contact forms are never disclosed, shared, or sold unless with written consent provided by those submitting or participating in correspondence.

Children's Online Privacy Act Compliance.

MysteryPile is compliant with COPPA and exceeds requirements of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. MysteryPile does not collect personally identifiable information from site visitors. Material found on this site may be inappropriate for children under 13, parental guidance is suggested. Content and services provided by MysteryPile are directed to visitors who are at least 13 years old. All controversial articles and content is marked appropriately with a † identifier.

Agreement to Conditions of Use.

By using this website, you consent to the MysteryPile privacy policy as outlined above, and site's terms of use policy. For further definition and additional details about these terms, please visit MysteryPile Terms and Conditions section establishing the use, disclaimers, and limitations of liability governing the use of this website.

Changes to our Privacy Policy

Updates and amendments to the MysteryPile privacy policy are subject to change without notice. Changes are posted to this page along with the respective date of effect. This privacy policy was last modified in January, 2017.