Privacy Policy

Whitestone (“Whitestone,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) publishes independent research at the intersection of law, health, and business. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit this website, how we use it, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

We aim to collect as little personal information as possible. Depending on how you use the site, this may include:

• Information you provide. If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and the contents of your message.
• Usage data. Like most websites, our servers and hosting providers may automatically log technical information such as your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and the date and time of your visit.
• Cookies and similar technologies. We may use cookies or comparable technologies to operate the site and understand aggregate usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function as intended.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and secure the website;
• Respond to inquiries and correspondence you send to us;
• Understand how our research is read so we can improve our content;
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information with service providers who help us operate the site (for example, hosting and analytics providers), and only to the extent necessary for them to perform those services. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our rights.

Data Retention & Security

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, or to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Third-Party Links

Our research may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.

Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for a professional audience and is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date above. Material changes will be reflected on this page.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at contact@white-stone.org.