Privacy Policy

Read Uncut — readuncut.com

Effective Date: April 15, 2026

1. Introduction

Read Uncut (readuncut.com) is a free newsletter and blog authored by Dan. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data. We are committed to keeping things simple and transparent — we collect very little, and we do not sell or share your information with advertisers.

2. Information We Collect

Email Address: When you subscribe to the Read Uncut newsletter, we collect your email address. This is the only piece of personal information we actively request from you.

Usage Data: Like most websites, Read Uncut and its hosting platform (Ghost) may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit the site. This can include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This data is collected through server logs and may also be collected through cookies or similar technologies used by the Ghost platform.

Cookies: The site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies as part of the Ghost hosting platform's standard functionality. These may include session cookies for site operation and analytics cookies to understand how visitors use the site. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To deliver the Read Uncut newsletter to your inbox.
To operate and maintain the website.
To understand how readers use the site so we can improve it.
To respond to your emails or inquiries.

We do not use your information for targeted advertising, marketing sequences, or promotional follow-ups. If you subscribe, you will receive new posts and nothing else.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

Your email address and usage data may be processed by third-party service providers that help us operate the site and deliver the newsletter. These include:

Ghost (hosting platform and email delivery)
Any analytics services integrated with the Ghost platform

These providers have access to your information only to perform services on our behalf and are obligated to handle it in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We may also disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request.

5. Data Retention

We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed to the newsletter. If you unsubscribe, your email address will be removed from our active mailing list. Usage data and server logs are retained in accordance with the Ghost platform's standard data retention practices.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included at the bottom of every email. Unsubscribing is a single click and takes effect immediately.

Data Access and Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you by emailing dan@readuncut.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site functionality.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. The site is served over HTTPS, and the Ghost platform implements its own security measures. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Read Uncut is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. International Users

Read Uncut is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using the site and providing your information, you consent to this transfer.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you may have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or UK data protection laws, including the right to access, rectify, erase, or port your data. To exercise these rights, please contact dan@readuncut.com.

10. 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 effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you can reach us at:

Email: dan@readuncut.com Website: readuncut.com