Privacy Policy
This page explains what information brightcottage.org collects, how it is used, and the choices available to visitors.
Last updated: May 22, 2026
Overview
brightcottage.org is an informational website. It does not operate user accounts, process payments, or sell goods or services. Data collection is limited to what is inherent in operating a web server and a contact form.
Information Collected
Server Logs
Standard web server logs record IP address, browser type, referring URL, and pages accessed. This data is used only in aggregate for understanding traffic patterns. Individual log entries are not retained beyond normal server log rotation periods.
Cookies and Local Storage
This site uses browser localStorage to store your cookie consent preference (Accept or Reject). No advertising cookies, analytics tracking pixels, or third-party behavioral tracking of any kind are used. If you choose Reject, no further storage is written. You can clear stored preferences at any time through your browser's site data settings.
Contact Form
The contact form on the About page is processed entirely in the browser. No data is transmitted to a server or stored anywhere. A confirmation message is displayed locally after submission. No personal information entered into the form is retained after the browser session ends.
Third-Party Services
Images on this site are served from Wikimedia Commons (upload.wikimedia.org). Your IP address is disclosed to Wikimedia Foundation servers when these images load. See the Wikimedia Foundation Privacy Policy.
This site uses Google Fonts for typography, which involves requests to Google servers. See the Google Privacy Policy.
No other third-party scripts or services are embedded.
External Links
Links to external sites (government agencies, standards bodies, reference databases) are provided for informational purposes. brightcottage.org has no control over and is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any external site.
Children
This site does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.
Your Rights
Canadian residents may have rights under PIPEDA regarding personal information. Given the minimal data practices of this site, requests can be submitted through the contact form.
Changes
This policy may be updated. The date above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after a change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
Questions about this policy can be submitted via the contact form.