At Xarticl.es, accessible from https://xarticl.es, your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights as a visitor to our curated directory of the best long-form articles on X (formerly Twitter).

1. Information We Collect

Xarticl.es is a static website. We do not require account registration and do not directly collect personally identifiable information (PII). The only data we process comes from:

• Analytics data — anonymized usage statistics via Google Analytics (pages viewed, session duration, browser type, general location).
• Local storage — article IDs you bookmark, stored only in your browser.
• Contact data — only if you reach out via social media or GitHub.

2. Local Storage & Bookmarks

Our "Saved Articles" feature uses your browser's localStorage to remember articles you bookmark. This data lives entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. You can clear it anytime by clearing your browser data or clicking "Remove" in the UI.

3. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with Xarticl.es. Google Analytics collects anonymized data such as pages visited, time on site, and referring sources. This data helps us improve the directory. No personally identifiable data is shared with us. You may opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4. Cookies

We use cookies to optimize your browsing experience, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. Cookies are small text files stored by your browser. Third-party services like Google Analytics also set their own cookies. For full details on managing cookies, see our Cookie Policy.

5. Advertising

Xarticl.es may display ads through Google AdSense or similar networks to help sustain the project. These networks may use cookies to show you relevant ads based on your browsing history. You can manage ad personalization in your Google Ad Settings. We do not sell your personal data to advertisers.

6. Third-Party Links

Our directory links to external articles and websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy

Xarticl.es does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under GDPR, CCPA, or other regulations, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data. Since we collect minimal data, the primary action available is clearing your browser's localStorage. For other requests, contact us below.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of Xarticl.es after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

Questions about our privacy practices? Reach out to @abdou_hll on social media or via our GitHub repository.