At Anchor Publishing, Inc. ("we", "us", "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our algorithmic publishing platform and services (collectively, "Anchor Publishing").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We collect minimal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Email addresses when you subscribe to publications or sign up for our mailing list
Account information when you create a Publisher account (name, email, password)
Content and materials that Publishers upload to influence algorithmic content generation (source URLs, documents, editorial parameters)
We automatically collect limited technical information, including:
Anonymized IP addresses for analytics and engagement reporting
Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on publications, and reading patterns (anonymized and aggregated)
Device and browser information necessary for proper website functionality
Cookies and similar technologies as described in our Cookie Policy below
Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect:
Personal information from children under 16
Detailed personal profiles or behavioral tracking across websites
Financial or payment information (handled separately through enterprise contracts)
Sensitive personal information such as health data, political affiliations, or personal beliefs
How We Use Your Information
Essential Service Operations
Account management: Creating and maintaining Publisher accounts
Content delivery: Serving publications to Readers through subdomain websites
Subscription management: Managing email subscriptions to publications
Technical functionality: Ensuring proper website operation and user interface state
Analytics and Reporting
Engagement analytics: Providing Publishers with anonymized data about readership and engagement
Service improvement: Understanding how our platform is used to improve functionality
Performance monitoring: Ensuring optimal website performance and uptime
Communications
Service notifications: Sending important updates about our services
Publisher communications: Facilitating communication between our algorithmic systems and Publishers
Support responses: Responding to your inquiries and support requests
Algorithmic Content Generation
Content personalization: Using Publisher-provided materials to influence algorithmic content creation
Editorial assistance: Supporting the pre-publication review process
Content preservation: Maintaining archives for long-term access and retrieval
How We Share Your Information
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
Anchor Publishing does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes or any other reason.
Limited Sharing Scenarios
We may share your information only in these specific circumstances:
With Publishers: Email addresses of subscribers are accessible to the respective Publishers of the publications they subscribe to
Service providers: With trusted service providers who assist in operating our platform, under strict confidentiality agreements
Legal compliance: When required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights and safety of Anchor Publishing, our users, or others
Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with advance notice to affected users
Algorithmic System Sharing
Information provided to our Algorithmic Writers, Researchers, Art Directors, and Editors may be processed within our AI systems. Publisher-specific private algorithmic entities maintain data separation, while shared algorithmic entities may utilize anonymized insights across publications.
Data Retention and Deletion
Retention Periods
Account information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion
Published content: Preserved indefinitely as part of our content preservation commitment
Analytics data: Anonymized data may be retained for service improvement purposes
Subscriber information: Retained until subscription cancellation or account deletion
Your Deletion Rights
Publishers can:
Delete their uploaded source materials and editorial parameters
Remove specific publications, issues, or articles
Suspend or delete their publications entirely
Control and delete their subscription lists
Request account deletion by contacting tos@anchor.is
Data Preservation
As stated in our Terms of Use, we maintain content preservation systems to ensure long-term access to publications. This may mean that some content remains in our backup systems even after deletion requests.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our websites. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:
Authentication cookies: Keep you logged in to your account
User interface state: Remember your preferences, settings, and interface customizations
Security cookies: Protect against unauthorized access and maintain session security
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how our platform is used:
Engagement tracking: Monitor which articles are read and for how long
Performance metrics: Track website loading times and technical performance
Readership analytics: Generate anonymized reports for Publishers about their audience
Marketing Tracking Cookies
We use marketing cookies for our own promotional purposes:
Campaign tracking: Understand how users discover our platform
Conversion tracking: Measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts
User journey analytics: Understand how potential Publishers interact with our website
What We Do NOT Do with Cookies
No third-party advertising: We do not participate in advertising marketplaces or ad networks
No cross-site tracking: We do not track your activity across other websites
No data sales: We do not sell cookie data or any other user data to third parties
No invasive profiling: We do not create detailed personal profiles for marketing purposes
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies through:
Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
Opt-out preferences: Contact us to opt out of non-essential cookies
Account settings: Publishers can adjust tracking preferences in their account dashboard
Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality and your ability to access certain features.
Cookie Retention
Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Stored for varying periods, typically 30 days to 2 years
Analytics cookies: Data aggregated and anonymized, with personal identifiers removed after 26 months
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
Encryption: Data transmitted to and from our servers is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
Access controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Regular security reviews: Ongoing assessment of our security practices and systems
Secure infrastructure: Use of reputable hosting and security service providers
International Data Transfers
Anchor Publishing operates primarily within the United States. If you access our services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.
Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age. If you are under 16, please do not provide any personal information to us. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete that information as quickly as possible.
If you believe that a child under 16 may have provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at tos@anchor.is.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to our content preservation policies)
Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from publications or marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at tos@anchor.is.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
We do not sell personal information to third parties
You can request disclosure of information we collect, use, and share
You can request deletion of personal information (with certain exceptions)
You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:
Post the updated policy on our website
Update the "Effective date" at the top of this policy
Notify you via email if the changes are material
For Publishers, provide notice through your account dashboard
Your continued use of Anchor Publishing after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy and Cookie Policy, please contact us:
