Privacy Policy:

Effective Date: November 10, 2025

Last Updated: November 10, 2025

Website: www.CurioChronicle.com

Organization: CurioChronicle Media — A Division of APM Strategies

1. Overview

CurioChronicle Media (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit our website, read our stories, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our social channels.

By accessing or using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to improve our storytelling, reader engagement, and site performance.

a. Information You Provide Directly

• Name and email when you subscribe or contact us.
• Comments, messages, or submitted content.
• Preferences for newsletters or notifications.

b. Information Collected Automatically

• IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system.
• Pages visited, time on site, referral source, and engagement metrics.
• Cookies and analytics data (via Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or similar tools).

c. Information from Social Media

When you engage with our content on platforms such as X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, or LinkedIn, those services may share limited information based on their privacy settings and policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Deliver content and features relevant to your interests.
• Improve website design, usability, and performance.
• Communicate newsletters, updates, or responses to your inquiries.
• Conduct aggregated analytics for editorial and marketing insights.
• Maintain the security and integrity of our site.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

CurioChronicle uses cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

• Recognize returning visitors.
• Measure how content is read and shared.
• Personalize newsletter and social recommendations.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that certain features may not function properly without them.

5. Data Storage & Retention

• Data is stored securely through trusted U.S.-based hosting providers.
• Subscriber and contact data are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
• Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized after 24 months.

6. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We may share limited data with:

• Service Providers: email distribution, analytics, hosting, and security partners under confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: if required by law, subpoena, or governmental request.
• Business Transfers: if CurioChronicle Media merges or transfers assets, user data may be part of that transaction (you will be notified in advance).

We never sell, rent, or exchange your personal data for marketing lists.

7. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your region, you may:

• Request access to the data we hold about you.
• Ask for corrections, deletion, or data export.
• Withdraw consent for email or analytics tracking.
• Opt-out of cookies and newsletters at any time.

Contact privacy@curiochronicle.com for all requests.

8. Children’s Privacy

CurioChronicle Media content is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If a parent or guardian believes their child has provided us data, please contact us for deletion.

9. Security

We use SSL encryption, secure servers, and limited internal access to safeguard data.

However, no digital system is 100% secure; users submit information at their own risk.

10. International Visitors

If you access CurioChronicle from outside the United States, you agree that your information may be transferred and processed in the U.S. where data-protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

11. Third-Party Links

Our stories may include links to partner organizations, museums, or historical resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted at the same URL with the revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

CurioChronicle Media

A Division of APM Strategies

Virginia Beach, VA 23322

📧 privacy@curiochronicle.com

🌐 www.CurioChronicle.com

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