Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comment form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser data to help detect spam.
An anonymized string of characters created from your email address (also known as a hash) may be sent to Gravatar to check if you use the service. The Gravatar privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After your comment is approved, your profile picture will be publicly visible next to your comment.
Media
We upload images to the site, but we avoid uploading those with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors can download these images from the site, but please note that they could extract location data from them.
We may display third-party advertisements on our website, including Google AdSense. These ads may use cookies and tracking technologies to deliver personalized ads based on your previous interactions on the internet. You can manage your ad preferences at https://adssettings.google.com/.
Cookies
When you leave a comment on the site, you may choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies. This is for your convenience so that you won’t have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies last for one year.
If you have an account and log in to this site, a temporary cookie will be created to determine if your browser accepts cookies. It contains no personal data and will be discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in to your account on the site, we also create several cookies to save your account data and screen display preferences. Login cookies are kept for two days, and screen preference cookies last for one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login will be retained for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie does not include any personal data and simply indicates the post ID related to the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded Media from Other Sites
Articles on this site may include embedded content such as images or articles from third-party websites. Embedded content from other sites behaves in the same way as if the visitor were visiting the other site. These sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with this embedded content.
Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the password reset email.
How Long We Retain Your Data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is done so that we can recognize and automatically approve any subsequent comments instead of holding them for moderation.
For users who register on our site (if applicable), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except for their username). Site administrators can also view and edit this information.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have an account on this site or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we remove any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal or safety.
To request the removal of your data, please send an email to contact@themonarchbutterfly.site. We will respond within 7 days, as permitted by applicable law.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Sharing Data with Third Parties
We use third-party services that may collect, store, or process certain visitor data to enhance your experience and ensure the proper functioning of our website. These services include:
Spam Detection Service: To protect the comment section from spam, we use a system that checks data such as IP addresses and browser information. This helps us filter out malicious automated interactions.
Google Analytics:
Collects anonymized data about website traffic, such as the number of visits, time spent on pages, visited pages, and the approximate location of users. This information helps us better understand how visitors interact with our content. For more details, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.
Google AdSense:
Displays personalized advertisements based on users’ browsing activity. Google may use cookies and tracking technologies to serve relevant ads. You can manage your ad preferences in Google Ad Settings.
Social Media Buttons: Our website may include buttons to share content on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. These networks may collect information about your browsing behavior when you interact with these buttons. Please refer to the privacy policies of each platform for more details.
Internet Privacy Laws in the U.S.
In the United States, several laws govern internet privacy to ensure the protection of user data and online rights. These laws are designed to provide transparency about data collection, usage, and sharing practices. Key laws include:
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
The CCPA grants California residents the right to know what personal information businesses collect, request access to that information, and opt out of data sales. It also allows users to delete their data from business records. - The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
COPPA imposes strict regulations on websites and online services aimed at children under 13, requiring parental consent before collecting personal data from minors. - The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Applicability in the U.S.
While GDPR is an EU law, it affects U.S. companies that collect data from EU citizens. It ensures users have the right to control their personal data and how it is used across the internet. - The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
The ECPA protects the privacy of communications while in transit, such as emails and phone calls, and prohibits unauthorized interception of these communications.
Incorporating these privacy laws ensures businesses comply with necessary regulations while safeguarding the rights of users in the digital space. It’s essential for online users to be aware of their rights and how their data is being handled when engaging with websites and services.
This policy was last updated on Feb, 20, 2025.