Privacy policy
Last updated: June 19, 2026
This privacy policy explains what information this website, wataruito.com, may collect and how I use it.
I run this site as an individual from the United States. The site is a personal blog, and it does not offer user accounts, paid subscriptions, or a member area.
Information this site collects
This site may collect basic usage information automatically when you visit. This can include your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, referring pages, and the date and time of your visit.
If you contact me through the linked contact form, the information you submit there is handled by the form provider. I use that information only to read and respond to your message.
Cookies and analytics
This site uses Google Analytics to understand how people use the site. Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, browser type, device type, and referring websites.
I use this information to improve the site and understand which pages are useful. I do not use Google Analytics to identify individual visitors.
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. You can also use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Google explains how it collects and processes data here:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
How I use information
I may use usage information to:
- keep the site working
- understand traffic and reading patterns
- improve pages, navigation, and performance
- respond to messages sent through the contact form
- protect the site from spam, abuse, or technical problems
I do not sell personal information.
Sharing information
I may share limited information with service providers that help run the site, such as analytics, hosting, and form services. These providers process information according to their own terms and privacy policies.
I may also disclose information if required by law, or if necessary to protect the site, myself, or others from abuse or security issues.
Retention
Analytics data may be retained by Google Analytics according to Google’s settings and policies. Messages sent through the contact form may be kept for as long as needed to respond and maintain a record of the conversation.
Security
I take reasonable steps to keep this site secure, but no website or internet transmission is completely secure.
Links to other websites
This site links to other websites. I am not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of those websites.
Children’s privacy
This site is not directed at children. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has sent personal information through this site, please contact me and I will take reasonable steps to delete it.
Changes to this policy
I may update this policy from time to time. When I do, I will update the date at the top of this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, you can contact me here: