Privacy Policy

Who We Are

Source Passive is a history blog by James Schweda https://jamesschweda.com.

Information We Collect

We collect limited information to operate the site, improve performance, and protect security.

Comments

When you leave a comment, we collect the data shown in the comment form along with your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.

An anonymized hash of your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you use it. After approval of your comment, your profile image (if any) may be publicly visible with your comment. See the Gravatar Privacy Policy.

Media Uploads

If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may download and extract location data from images on the site.

Technical and Usage Data

Our infrastructure and analytics tools may automatically collect technical information such as IP address, device and browser type, referring/exit pages, and general usage patterns for security, performance, and analytics.

Local Records

Any records we store locally are scrubbed of identifying information. We do not retain personally identifying details beyond what is necessary for site functionality or legal obligations.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site and improve your experience. Categories include:

• Strictly Necessary & Operational: Required for core functions (e.g., session management, security, spam protection, content editing workflows).
• Preferences: Remember choices such as display settings and, if you choose, comment form details (name/email) for convenience.
• Suggested Content: Help us surface articles you may find relevant based on prior interactions.
• Analytics & Performance: Measure traffic and usage to improve content and site performance.

You can control cookies via your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may impact site functionality.

Examples

• comment_*, wp-settings-* (if applicable): preference and session cookies.
• Cloudflare cookies such as __cf_bm and cf_clearance for bot mitigation and access management.
• Google Analytics cookies (e.g., _ga) for usage statistics.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Google may collect usage data via cookies and similar technologies. Learn more about how Google uses information: Google Partner Sites. You can opt out with the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on.

Cloudflare (Security & Performance)

We use Cloudflare to protect the site from malicious traffic and to enhance performance. Cloudflare may process technical data such as IP addresses for threat detection and optimization. See the Cloudflare Privacy Policy.

Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited the other website directly; those sites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction according to their own policies.

How We Use Information

• Operate, maintain, and secure the website.
• Moderate comments and prevent spam and abuse.
• Analyze aggregate usage to improve content and performance.
• Provide suggested content and remember user preferences.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce site policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share data only as necessary to operate the site and as described in this policy, including with:

• Service providers (e.g., Cloudflare, analytics) for security, performance, and measurement.
• Automated spam detection services for comment moderation.
• Authorities, when required by law or to protect our rights and users.

Data Retention

• Comments: Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to recognize and auto-approve follow-up comments.
• User Accounts (if available): Profile information is retained while the account is active. Users can view, edit, or delete their information at any time (usernames generally cannot be changed). Site administrators may view and edit user information.
• Technical Logs: Security and performance logs may be retained for a limited period, typically no longer than necessary for those purposes.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information, and to object to certain processing. You may also have the right to data portability and to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise rights or make a request, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

You can control cookies via your browser settings and opt out of certain analytics as noted above.

Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures—such as HTTPS, access controls, and security monitoring—to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we strive to safeguard data to the best of our ability.

Children’s Privacy

This site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

International Data Transfers

Our service providers may process information in countries other than where you reside. Where applicable, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place consistent with data protection laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact

For questions or privacy requests, contact:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://jamesschweda.com