Privacy Policy

Data We Collect

The Humor Index collects minimal data to operate the site and improve your experience:

• Analytics: We use Vercel Analytics to collect anonymous usage data such as page views, referrer URLs, and device type. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics.
• Newsletter: If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is collected and managed through Beehiiv. Your email is used solely for sending our weekly newsletter.
• Advertising: If Google AdSense is enabled, Google may collect data through cookies to serve personalized ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ad Settings.

How We Use Your Data

• To send you our weekly newsletter (if subscribed)
• To understand how visitors use the site and improve content
• To serve relevant advertising (if applicable)

We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your email address is never shared outside of our newsletter provider (Beehiiv).

Cookies

The site may use the following cookies:

• Vercel Analytics: Anonymous performance and usage tracking
• Google AdSense: Advertising cookies (if ads are enabled)

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of data collection or marketing communications
• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time via the link in each email

Contact

For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact us at hello@thehumorindex.com.