Last updated: April 30, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Weblogg-ed (“we,” “us,” or “the site”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit weblogg-ed.com. By using the site, you agree to the practices described below.
Who we are
Weblogg-ed is an independent publication covering education, edtech, online learning, and related topics. Our website address is https://weblogg-ed.com. You can reach the editors at [email protected].
What information we collect
Information you provide
- Comments. When you leave a comment, we collect the data shown in the comment form (name, email, optional website) along with your IP address and browser user agent. This helps with spam detection.
- Contact and email. When you email us or fill out a contact form, we receive whatever you choose to send: typically your name, email, and the contents of your message.
- Newsletter sign-ups. If we offer a newsletter and you subscribe, we store the email address you provide and use it only to send the newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Information collected automatically
- Log data. Like most websites, our hosting provider records standard server logs: IP address, browser type, pages requested, referring page, and timestamps.
- Cookies. If you leave a comment, you may opt in to saving your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience on your next visit. These cookies last for one year. If you log in (admin/contributor accounts), additional cookies are set to manage the session.
- Analytics. We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics or a privacy-respecting alternative) to understand how visitors use the site in aggregate. These services may set their own cookies and collect anonymized usage data.
Embedded content from other sites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (videos, social media posts, images). Embedded content from other websites behaves exactly as if you had visited that other website — those sites may collect data about you, set cookies, and track your interaction with their embedded content.
How we use information
- To publish and moderate comments.
- To respond to messages you send us.
- To send newsletters and updates you have subscribed to.
- To analyze site usage and improve our content.
- To detect and prevent spam, abuse, or security threats.
We do not sell your personal information.
Sponsored content, affiliate links, and advertising
Some posts on Weblogg-ed may contain affiliate links, sponsored content, or advertisements. Where this is the case, we aim to disclose it clearly within the relevant post. Third-party advertisers and affiliate networks may use cookies or similar technologies in connection with the ads they serve. We do not control the practices of those third parties; please review their privacy policies for details.
How long we keep data
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely so follow-up replies can be recognized and approved.
- Contact-form messages are kept only as long as needed to respond and resolve any related conversation.
- Newsletter subscriptions are kept until you unsubscribe.
- Server logs are retained per our hosting provider’s standard policy (typically 30–90 days).
Your rights
Depending on where you live (for example, in the EU, UK, or California), you may have the right to:
- Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request that we correct inaccurate data or delete data we hold about you, subject to legal obligations.
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing.
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
To make a request, email us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.
Children’s privacy
Weblogg-ed is written for adults — primarily educators, parents, and lifelong learners. The site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Third-party links
Our content frequently links to other websites for further reading. Once you click through, you are subject to the privacy policies and practices of those external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of sites we link to.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through this site, including standard hosting-level safeguards. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when it was most recently revised. Material changes will be highlighted on the site or communicated to subscribers as appropriate.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data? Email [email protected].