Privacy Policy
Effective: January 1, 2026
This policy explains what PolisDesk collects, how we use it, and your rights.
What we collect
Information you provide:
- Email address (if you sign up for updates or donate)
Automatically collected:
- Basic usage data (pages visited, time on site)
- Device and browser type
- IP address (used for analytics)
We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how people use the site.
How we use your information
- Send updates if you signed up
- Improve the site and content
- Understand what people find useful
- Process payments and donations
Payments are handled securely by Stripe. We don't store your full payment details.
Cookies
We use cookies to understand site usage and improve performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
Sharing your information
We don't sell your personal information.
We share data only with trusted services we use to run the site:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
- Email and newsletter tools
Your rights: California residents
The California Consumer Privacy Act gives you the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of the sale of your data (we don't sell data, but the right exists)
- Receive equal service and pricing if you exercise these rights
To make a request, email steven@polisdesk.com.
Your rights: EU and UK residents
If you're in the EU or UK, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives you the right to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict how we process your data
- Request your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time
To make a request, email steven@polisdesk.com.
Children's privacy
PolisDesk is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, email steven@polisdesk.com and we'll delete it.
Data retention
We keep your information only as long as needed to provide the service and meet legal requirements.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information. No system is 100% secure, but we use industry-standard practices.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The effective date above will reflect the latest version.
Contact
Questions? Email steven@polisdesk.com.