Unexplained-Mysteries.com is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains the information we collect, how it is used, and your rights regarding your data.

1. Data we collect
For users with an account, we collect:

• Display name
• E-mail address
• Password (encrypted)
• IP address
• Any optional information you provide in your profile or posts

2. How we use your data and legal basis
Your personal data is used for the following purposes:

• Account management: to enable you to log in and access your account (legal basis: contract).
• Notifications: to send e-mail updates about forum activity or other opted-in notifications (legal basis: consent).
• Site operation and security: to maintain site functionality, detect abuse, and prevent fraud (legal basis: legitimate interest).
• Advertising and analytics: to provide aggregated visitor statistics and targeted ads (legal basis: consent where required).

3. Data retention
Your account data is retained until either your account is deleted or the site ceases to operate.

4. Data sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties, except where required by law.

5. Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device. We use cookies to:

• Remember you when you log in
• Improve site functionality
• Provide analytics and targeted advertising

You may manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. More information is in our cookie policy.

6. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site usage and visitor trends. This service provides anonymous information, such as which pages are most popular, which browsers are used, and search keywords that bring new visitors. Google Analytics does not record personally identifiable information. You can opt out via Google’s opt-out page.

7. Third party advertising
We display advertising to help fund site operations. Some third-party advertisers may use aggregated information about your visit to display targeted ads. This data may include IP addresses, device information, and advertising identifiers. To learn more or opt out, visit:

• Network Advertising Initiative
• AboutAds
• Your Online Choices

8. Affiliate links
Unexplained-Mysteries.com participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, which allows the site to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, and Amazon.ca.

9. Your rights under GDPR/UK law
If you are an EU/UK resident, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Object to processing or withdraw consent at any time
• Request data portability (receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format)

You can exercise these rights by contacting us via e-mail.

10. Data removal
You may request:

• Account deletion: removes all personal data and content
• Account closure: prevents account access but retains your information and posts

11. Data location and transfer
Your account data is hosted on a managed server in Michigan, USA, provided by Liquid Web, L.L.C., a company that maintains certification under the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworks and complies with applicable data protection and privacy practices. Cross-border transfers of personal data from the EU and UK are conducted in accordance with Liquid Web's privacy commitments and, as necessary, appropriate transfer safeguards such as the Data Privacy Framework principles or Standard Contractual Clauses.

12. Contact / enforcement
If you have concerns about our privacy practices or wish to make a data protection request, please contact us via e-mail.