Privacy Policy

How The Paradox Recap collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit
theparadoxrecap.com.

Last updated: November 27, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to The Paradox Recap (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting
your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your
information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and
use when you visit theparadoxrecap.com (the “Site”).

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with our Site, you may provide us with information directly, including:

• Contact Information: Name and email address when you subscribe to our
  newsletter or contact us.
• Comments and Feedback: Any content you submit through comment sections
  or feedback forms.
• Patreon Account Information: If you support us on Patreon, we may receive
  limited information from Patreon based on your account settings and the permissions you
  grant.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device
and how you interact with the Site, including:

• Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about your visit, such as:
  • Pages viewed and time spent on pages
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Geographic location (country/city level)
  • Referral source (how you found our Site)
  • IP address (anonymized)
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking
  technologies to enhance your experience. See the Cookie Policy section below for more
  details.
• Log Data: Our servers automatically record information including your IP
  address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide and Improve Our Services: Understanding how visitors use our
  Site helps us improve content, layout, and functionality.
• To Communicate With You: Responding to your inquiries, sending
  newsletters (if you’ve subscribed), and providing updates about our content.
• To Analyze and Improve: Using analytics to understand user behavior and
  improve our Site’s performance and content.
• To Comply With Legal Obligations: Meeting legal and regulatory
  requirements.

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help
websites remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly.
• Analytics Cookies: Used by Google Analytics to understand how visitors
  interact with our Site.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block all cookies

Note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our Site.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics uses
cookies to collect information about your use of our Site, which is transmitted to and
stored by Google.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by:

• Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
  
  https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  
• Adjusting your browser settings to block analytics cookies.

For more information about how Google uses data, visit:

https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Third-Party Services

Patreon Integration

If you choose to support us through Patreon, you will be directed to Patreon’s platform.
Your use of Patreon is governed by Patreon’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. We may
receive limited information from Patreon about your membership status to provide you with
appropriate benefits, but we do not collect or store your payment information.

Social Media

Our Site may include links to and integrations with social media platforms (such as
YouTube, Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). These platforms have their own privacy
policies, and we encourage you to review them. When you interact with these features,
you may share information with these platforms.

Embedded Content

We may embed content from third-party platforms such as YouTube. These embeds may collect
data about your interaction with the embedded content. We recommend reviewing the privacy
policies of these platforms.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share
your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information.
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our
  Site (e.g., hosting providers, analytics services) under strict confidentiality
  agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect
  our rights, property, or safety.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale
  of assets (users would be notified).

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized
access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over
the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your
information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in
this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics retention settings.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information.
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where we rely on
  consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at
contact@theparadoxrecap.com.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you may have specific rights under the California
Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.
• Right to request deletion of personal information.
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.

European Union Residents

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data
Protection Regulation (GDPR), including those listed above. Our legal basis for
processing your information includes:

• Consent: When you have given explicit consent.
• Legitimate Interests: To operate and improve our Site.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not
knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected
information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete
such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country
of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Site,
you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries
where we operate.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices
or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page.
• Updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
• For material changes, providing prominent notice on our Site or via email (if
  applicable).

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature. Our Site does not currently respond
to DNT signals due to the lack of industry standards for compliance.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

The Paradox Recap
Email:
contact@theparadoxrecap.com
Website:
theparadoxrecap.com

Consent

By using our Site, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and should be reviewed by a
legal professional to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations specific
to your jurisdiction and business operations.