Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Shemirat Einayim handles information when you use this website.

Overview

Shemirat Einayim is a free, public educational resource about internet safety and content filtering. We are committed to protecting your privacy and minimizing data collection.

Information We Collect

Analytics Data (Optional)

When analytics are enabled, we may collect basic, anonymous usage data through Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service:

  • Page views: Which pages are visited
  • Referral sources: Where visitors come from (e.g., search engines, direct links)
  • General location: Country/region only (not precise location)
  • Device type: Desktop, mobile, or tablet (not specific device information)
  • Browser type: General browser category

What we don’t collect:

  • Personal information
  • IP addresses (anonymized)
  • Cookies for tracking
  • Cross-site tracking data
  • Unique user identifiers
  • Precise location data

All analytics data is:

  • Aggregated and anonymized
  • Not sold or shared with third parties
  • Not used for advertising
  • Stored in compliance with privacy regulations

Form Submissions

If you submit feedback through our feedback form:

  • Email addresses are optional and only collected if you provide them
  • Form submissions are used solely to improve the website
  • We do not share, sell, or use email addresses for marketing
  • Email addresses are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your feedback

Cookies

This website uses minimal cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality (e.g., dark mode preference)
  • No tracking cookies: We do not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking
  • No third-party cookies: We do not allow third-party cookies for advertising

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. This may affect some website features like dark mode preferences.

Third-Party Services

This website may link to third-party websites, products, and services. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

  • Privacy practices of third-party websites
  • Data collection by external services
  • Content or accuracy of third-party resources

We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Data Sharing

We do not:

  • Sell your personal information
  • Share data with advertisers
  • Use data for marketing purposes
  • Provide data to third parties for their commercial purposes

The only exception is if required by law (e.g., legal subpoena, court order).

Children’s Privacy

This website does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The website is intended as an educational resource for:

  • Adults seeking internet safety information
  • Parents researching filtering solutions
  • Community administrators
  • Individuals researching personal filtering options

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

User Contributions

If you contribute content to this website:

  • Your contribution may be published publicly
  • Your name or attribution (if provided) may be displayed
  • You should not include personal information you wish to keep private
  • Contributions may be edited or removed at any time

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your data:

  • Access: Request information about data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data
  • Objection: Object to processing of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us through the feedback form on this website.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However:

  • No internet transmission is 100% secure
  • We cannot guarantee absolute security
  • You use this website at your own risk

Data Retention

  • Analytics data: Retained for up to 12 months for website improvement purposes
  • Feedback submissions: Retained only as long as necessary to respond, then deleted
  • Essential cookies: Stored only as long as needed for website functionality

International Users

This website may be accessed from anywhere in the world. By using this website, you acknowledge that:

  • Your information may be processed where our servers are located
  • Data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction
  • We take reasonable steps to protect your privacy regardless of location

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Third-Party Analytics

If analytics are enabled, we use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-friendly analytics service that:

  • Does not use cookies
  • Does not collect personal data
  • Does not track users across websites
  • Is GDPR, CCPA, and PECR compliant
  • Stores data in the European Union

Learn more: Plausible Analytics Privacy Policy

Do Not Track

Some browsers support “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. Since we do not track users across websites or collect personal information for advertising:

  • DNT signals do not affect website functionality
  • We do not track you regardless of DNT settings
  • Our privacy practices are privacy-first by default

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy on this website, you can contact us through the feedback form available on this website.

Disclaimer

This website is a free, community-driven educational resource. While we strive to protect your privacy, we make no guarantees and assume no liability for privacy or security issues. Use this website at your own risk.