Privacy
The Cognitive Ledger respects your privacy and is committed to transparency regarding how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit this site.
1. Information We Collect
The Cognitive Ledger collects only limited information necessary to operate the site and understand aggregate readership trends.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the site, basic technical data may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address (often anonymized or truncated)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed, referral source, and general interaction metrics
This information is used solely for site reliability, security, and broad analytics purposes.
Information You Voluntarily Provide
You may choose to provide information when:
- Subscribing to a newsletter or updates
- Contacting us directly
- Participating in comments or feedback features (if enabled)
This information typically includes basic identifiers such as an email address and is provided entirely at your discretion.
2. How Information Is Used
Collected information is used to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Improve content quality and site performance
- Communicate with subscribers who opt in
- Monitor security and prevent abuse
The Cognitive Ledger does not sell, rent, or trade personal data, and does not use personal information for targeted advertising or behavioral profiling.
3. Cookies and Analytics
The site may use cookies or similar technologies for basic functionality and anonymized analytics. These may include:
- Session or preference cookies
- Privacy-respecting analytics tools
You may adjust cookie settings in your browser at any time. Disabling cookies may impact site functionality.
4. Third-Party Services
Limited third-party services (such as hosting providers, email delivery services, or analytics platforms) may process data on behalf of The Cognitive Ledger. These providers are selected for their emphasis on security and privacy and are only permitted to use data as necessary to provide their services.
The Cognitive Ledger is not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites linked from this publication.
5. Artificial Intelligence and Automated Tools
The Cognitive Ledger may use artificial intelligence, large language models, or advanced analytics internally for content assistance, research support, moderation, or operational efficiency. These tools are not used to profile individual readers or make automated decisions that affect users.
No personal data is intentionally provided to or derived from automated systems beyond what is required for basic site operation.
6. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose or comply with legal obligations. You may request removal of your information at any time, subject to applicable laws.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access personal information held about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent for communications
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided on this site.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Cognitive Ledger does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.
9. Changes to This Notice
This Privacy Notice may be updated periodically to reflect operational, legal, or technological changes. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the current version.
10. Contact
For questions regarding this Privacy Notice or data practices, please contact The Cognitive Ledger via the site’s official contact channels.