Last updated: [December 11, 2025]
Thank you for visiting Philia Archives! Here’s what you should know about the information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described below.
What Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
This includes:
- Information you submit through contact forms
- Any messages or comments you voluntarily share
We do not request sensitive personal information (like financial data, birthdates, etc.).
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain data when you visit, such as:
- Your IP address
- Device type and browser type
- Pages you visit and how you navigate the site
- Time spent on pages
- General location (country/region level, not your home address)
We use this information to understand how our site is used and how we can improve it.
Our content is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to provide a better experience and to understand how visitors use the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These help our site function properly. They do not track you for advertising purposes.
Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics may use cookies to collect:
- Page views
- Session duration
- Browser/device information
- General demographic data (where available)
This data helps us improve content and usability.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using Google’s opt-out browser add-on.
Affiliate Tracking Cookies
Because we participate in the Amazon Associates Program and Bookshop.org affiliate program, clicking on an affiliate link may place a cookie on your device.
These cookies:
- Allow the affiliate partner to know you came from our site
- Help us earn commissions
- Do not give us access to your personal information
- Expire after a set time, depending on the affiliate program
We do not run ads and do not use third-party advertising cookies.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Improve our website and content
- Monitor site performance
- Respond to your messages
- Track affiliate link performance
- Ensure site security and prevent misuse
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to anyone.
How We Share Information
We only share information in these limited situations:
Service Providers
We may use tools or services (like Google Analytics or email newsletter platforms) that process data on our behalf.
Affiliate Programs
If you click an affiliate link, Amazon, Bookshop.org, or other partners may collect data based on their own privacy policies.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or to comply with legal processes.
We never sell your information.
Third-Party Links
Our site contains links to third-party websites (including Amazon and Bookshop.org). We are not responsible for their privacy practices, so we encourage you to review their policies if you choose to visit them.
Your Choices & Rights
Cookies
You can:
- Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies
- Clear cookies already stored
- Use Google’s opt-out tools for Analytics
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and secure storage practices.
However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure — so we can’t promise absolute protection, but we do our best to safeguard your data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
Thanks for trusting us and being part of our community! Until next time, may the pages and paths ahead of you be great.