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What this site collects
The site uses Firebase Analytics to understand overall traffic and general usage patterns. Depending on Google's analytics processing, that may include information such as browser type, device category, approximate location, referring source, page views, and interaction events. If you subscribe to the newsletter, the site collects your email address for the purpose of sending newsletter updates.
What this site does not collect
This site is not designed around user accounts or marketing funnels. It does not maintain authentication records or profile dashboards for readers. Newsletter subscriber email addresses are stored solely for sending newsletter updates and can be removed at any time via the unsubscribe link.
Advertising
This site may display static advertising or sponsorship placements alongside content. Those placements are part of the page presentation and are not currently described here as behaviorally targeted advertising based on reader profiles.
How analytics data is used
Analytics information is used to understand how the site is read and to improve content, performance, and navigation. It is not used to build advertising profiles or to sell access to reader data.
Email newsletters
The site offers an optional newsletter that sends notifications when new blog posts are published. Subscriptions require a single opt-in with CAPTCHA verification. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email. Newsletter emails are sent via Cloudflare Email Sending. Your email address is stored securely and is never shared with third parties.
Third-party processing
Firebase Analytics is operated by Google, and its processing is subject to Google's own terms and privacy documentation. Normal hosting, caching, and delivery infrastructure may also process technical request data as part of serving the site. If the site later adopts a third-party advertising network or ad-serving platform, this page may be updated to reflect that change.
Contact
If you have a privacy-related question about Hmziq blog, use the details listed on the contact page. Material changes to this page may be reflected here by updating the effective date.