Privacy Policy

This policy explains how SomtoSport (“we”, “us”) handles information when you visit our website. It is a general overview, not legal advice. If you have questions, contact us at editor@somtosport.com.

What we collect

Depending on how you use the site, we may collect:

• Basic usage data — pages viewed, approximate location, device type, and referrer, typically via analytics tools and server logs.
• Cookies — small files stored in your browser to remember preferences, measure traffic, and (when enabled) support advertising.
• Newsletter email — if you subscribe to The SomtoSport Brief, we store your email address and the date you signed up.
• Account data — if you are a contributor or admin, we store login credentials and profile information managed through our backend (Supabase).

How we use it

We use this information to:

• Publish and improve our journalism
• Understand what readers care about (analytics)
• Send the newsletter you opted into
• Operate and secure the website
• Serve relevant advertising, where ads are displayed

We do not sell your personal data. We use data only for the purposes described here or as required by law.

Third parties

We rely on trusted service providers, including:

• Supabase — database, authentication, and file storage for the site and newsletter list
• Analytics providers — to measure traffic and performance (tools may change over time)
• Ad networks — when we display ads, partners may use cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure campaigns
• Hosting & CDN — to deliver the site quickly and reliably

These providers process data on our behalf under their own privacy terms. We choose partners with reasonable security practices.

Cookies & advertising

SomtoSport may use cookies for essential site functions, analytics, and advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect some features.

We may serve display advertising on the site. Ad partners may collect or receive limited data to show relevant ads and report performance. We will update this policy if our ad setup changes materially.

Your rights

You can:

• Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time (via the link in each email)
• Request access to or deletion of personal data we hold about you
• Object to certain processing where applicable law allows

To exercise these rights, email editor@somtosport.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Children

SomtoSport is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. The “last updated” date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the revised policy.

Questions? See our Contact page or email editor@somtosport.com.