Elon News Plus

Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2, 2026

1. Introduction

Elon News Plus ("we," "our," or "us") operates elonnewsplus.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit the Site, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

If you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a contact form, we collect your name and email address. You provide this information voluntarily.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, our servers and third-party analytics services automatically collect certain data, including:

  • IP address (anonymized where possible)
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring URL (the page that linked you to ours)
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • General geographic location (city/country level, not precise)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  • Deliver the Site's content to your browser
  • Analyze site traffic to understand which content is most valuable
  • Send newsletters if you have subscribed (unsubscribe any time)
  • Respond to contact form inquiries
  • Detect and prevent spam, fraud, and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

4. Cookies and Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand site usage. GA4 collects anonymized behavioral data. We also use Microsoft Clarity for session recording and heatmap analysis to improve the user experience. Both services may use cookies. You can opt out of Google Analytics using Google's opt-out browser add-on.

We do not use advertising cookies or sell behavioral data to advertisers.

5. Third-Party Services

The Site uses the following third-party services that may process limited user data:

  • Google Analytics — site analytics
  • Microsoft Clarity — user behavior analytics
  • Google Fonts — web typography (no tracking)
  • Vercel — website hosting (processes IP addresses per their privacy policy)

Each third party has its own privacy policy governing its data practices. We recommend reviewing them if you have concerns.

6. Data Retention

Newsletter subscriber emails are retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained per each provider's default retention period (typically 14 months for GA4). Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months and then deleted.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the basis
  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us via our contact page.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Reach us via our contact page.