Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
SELVEDGE STORY ("we", "us", "our") operates https://selvedgestory.com. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information when you use our site.
Information We Collect
Analytics Data
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect anonymous usage data, including pages visited, time spent on pages, referring websites, and device/browser information. Cookie-based analytics is collected only with your consent via our cookie consent banner. You can decline analytics cookies at any time.
Email Addresses
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. Newsletter subscriptions are managed through our email service provider. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.
How We Use Your Information
- To analyze site usage and improve our content
- To send newsletter updates (only if you opt in)
- To understand which content is most valuable to our readers
Cookies and Google Consent Mode v2
We use cookies for analytics purposes. Our cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies required for basic site functionality do not require consent.
This site implements Google Consent Mode v2. Consent signals for advertising cookies (ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization), analytics cookies (analytics_storage) and personalization cookies (personalization_storage) are denied by default until you explicitly accept via the cookie banner.
If you decline: no cookies are stored on your device, and no personal identifiers are sent to Google. However, anonymous and aggregated consent signals may still be sent so that Google can run conversion modeling and audience modeling at the aggregate level. These signals do not identify you individually.
How to withdraw consent: Per GDPR Article 7(3), withdrawing consent must be as easy as giving it. To revoke a previous "Accept", click either the persistent floating cookie icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen, or the "Cookie settings" button in the footer (under "Legal"). The site will reload and the consent banner will reappear so you can choose again. As a fallback you can also clear this site's storage from your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics 4 -- for anonymous usage analytics
- Cloudflare -- for hosting and content delivery
Data Retention
Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics' default retention policies. Email addresses are retained until you unsubscribe from the newsletter.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Decline analytics cookies via our consent banner
- Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time
- Request deletion of your personal data by contacting us
Children's Privacy
Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please open an issue on our GitHub repository.