At Dark-Cases.com, we are committed to unveiling the truth behind notorious crimes while respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you visit our site, leave comments, subscribe to updates, or contact us. We value your trust and adhere to applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following data:

• Comments: When you comment on articles, we record your name, email address, and comment content, as required by WordPress.
• Subscriptions: If you subscribe for updates, we collect your email address to send newsletters or notifications.
• Contact Form: If you use our contact page, we collect your name and email to respond to your inquiries.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience (e.g., remembering preferences) and analyze site traffic with basic tools like WordPress stats.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., financial details) or use advanced tracking (e.g., Google Analytics) unless explicitly stated.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us:

• Manage and moderate comments to foster a respectful community.
• Send you relevant updates if you subscribe, with an option to unsubscribe.
• Respond to your contact requests promptly.
• Improve our site based on aggregated, anonymous traffic insights.

We do not sell your data to third parties or use it for advertising.

3. Data Protection

We protect your information using standard security measures, such as encrypted connections (HTTPS) on Dark-Cases.com. However, no online platform is entirely immune to breaches. If a data incident occurs, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by law.

4. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your data by contacting us at hello @ dark -cases.com.
• Opt out of email subscriptions via the unsubscribe link in each update.
• Request data portability or restrict processing under GDPR/CCPA, subject to legal limits.
• File a complaint with your local data protection authority if needed.

California residents can exercise additional CCPA rights (e.g., non-discrimination for opting out) by emailing us.

5. Third-Party Links

Our site may link to external true crime resources or news articles. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data.

6. Children’s Privacy

Dark-Cases.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn of such collection, we will delete it promptly.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or laws. The latest version will be posted here, with the update date revised. Your continued use of the site signifies acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Contact Us

For questions or concerns, reach us.