This page is maintained by The Meridian Wire to answer common privacy questions about our site.
Privacy Policy
This policy describes how The Meridian Wire handles information when you read our articles, subscribe to feeds, or use the dashboard.
1. What we collect
We collect only the information needed to operate and improve the site. This may include:
- Reading data — anonymous page views, referral URLs, and aggregated readership analytics to understand which stories resonate.
- Device/technical data — browser type, operating system, IP address, and device characteristics, collected automatically for security and performance.
- Account data — for dashboard users, we store the username and credentials required to access client analytics.
- Communications — emails or messages you send to our editorial or support contacts.
2. How we use information
We use collected information to:
- Publish, distribute, and improve articles and feeds.
- Provide client dashboards and visitor analytics.
- Keep the site secure and prevent abuse.
- Understand audience trends in aggregate.
We do not sell personal information to third parties. We do not use reader data for targeted advertising outside the site.
3. Cookies and analytics
The Meridian Wire may use first-party and third-party analytics services to measure traffic and improve content. These services may place cookies or similar identifiers on your device.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect some features but does not prevent reading public articles.
4. Third-party services
We rely on trusted providers for hosting, database, analytics, and content delivery. These subprocessors process data only as needed to perform their services and are contractually bound to protect it.
External links in articles may lead to third-party sites with their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for those sites.
5. Data retention and deletion
We keep analytics and visitor data only as long as needed for operational and reporting purposes. Client dashboard data is retained for the duration of the engagement and then removed or anonymized.
To request deletion of personal information or dashboard account data, contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect the site and reader data, including encrypted connections, access controls, and regular monitoring. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted at this URL with the effective date.
9. Contact us
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns, please reach out through the contact channel provided on the site.
Effective date: July 29, 2026