Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 20, 2025

Introduction

Conflict Brief ("we," "our," or "us") operates conflictbrief.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device type and browser information
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • Date and time of visits

This information is collected only after you provide consent through our cookie consent banner, in compliance with GDPR and CCPA regulations.

Analytics Data

With your consent, we use industry-standard analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our Site. These tools use cookies to collect anonymized data about your browsing behavior.

Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google AdSense is an advertising service provided by Google LLC that may display personalized or non-personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior and interests.

How Advertising Works

Google and its advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites
  • Measure and improve ad performance
  • Show you relevant advertisements based on your interests
  • Limit the number of times you see an ad

Personalized Advertising

If you have provided consent, you may receive personalized advertisements based on your browsing history and interests. You can opt out of personalized advertising at any time through our cookie settings or by visiting Google's Ads Settings .

Google's Advertising Policies

Google's use of advertising cookies is governed by Google's Privacy Policy and Google's Advertising Policies . You can learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use their services at Google's Partner Sites page .

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies only with your explicit consent. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.

Types of Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security. These do not require consent.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
  • Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and advertising partners to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance.

Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer. You can also configure your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve our Site content and user experience
  • Monitor and analyze trends
  • Maintain Site security
  • Serve relevant advertisements (with your consent)

Third-Party Services

Analytics Services

We use industry-standard analytics services to analyze Site usage. These services use cookies to collect anonymized data. We have enabled IP anonymization, which means your full IP address is never stored.

Advertising Services

We partner with Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you. For more information about how Google uses data, please visit Google's Privacy Policy .

Data Retention

Analytics data is retained for 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted. Cookie consent preferences are stored in your browser's local storage indefinitely until you clear your browser data or change your preferences.

Your Rights

For All Users

  • Right to opt out of analytics tracking at any time
  • Right to opt out of personalized advertising
  • Right to change cookie preferences
  • Right to request information about data we hold

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate personal data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Restrict processing of your personal data
  • Data portability
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected
  • Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Say no to the sale or sharing of personal information
  • Access your personal information
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Equal service and price (non-discrimination)

To exercise your CCPA rights, please visit our Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information page.

Global Privacy Control

We honor the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will automatically treat this as a request to opt out of analytics tracking and personalized advertising, and will not load tracking or advertising cookies.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

Analytics and advertising data may be transferred to and processed in the United States by our third-party service providers. These providers participate in applicable data protection frameworks. By consenting to analytics and advertising, you acknowledge this data transfer.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:

Email: contact@conflictbrief.com