1. Overview
CoronavirusQuestions.com ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website located at www.coronavirusquestions.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our Site, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide directly
When you submit our contact form, we collect the name, email address, and message content you provide. We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- Your IP address and general geographic location (country/region)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring URL (the page you came from)
- Date and time of your visit
This data is collected through third-party services (described below) and is used in aggregate to understand how visitors use the Site.
3. How We Use Information
We use the information collected to:
- Operate and improve the Site
- Respond to messages submitted via the contact form
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Display relevant advertising through Google AdSense
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Google AdSense & Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on the Site. Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our Site and/or other sites on the internet.
Opting out of personalized advertising: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting aboutads.info/choices or networkadvertising.org/choices.
For more information on how Google uses data collected through its advertising products, see "How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps" .
6. Amazon Associates
CoronavirusQuestions.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our Site and make a purchase, Amazon may collect information about that transaction. We receive a small commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. We only link to products we believe are relevant and useful to our readers.
Amazon's privacy practices are governed by Amazon's Privacy Notice .
As required by the FTC, affiliate links on this site are disclosed at the point of use.
7. Third-Party Links & Services
The Site contains links to external websites (including news sources, scientific journals, and government health agencies). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Third-party services we use may include:
- Google AdSense — advertising (see Section 5)
- Amazon Associates — affiliate links (see Section 6)
- Netlify — site hosting and form processing
8. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only:
- With service providers who assist in operating the Site (e.g., Netlify for form submissions), under confidentiality agreements
- When required by law, court order, or government authority
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of our Site, users, or the public
9. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of personalized advertising (see Section 5)
California residents (CCPA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, to request deletion, and to opt out of the "sale" of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
EEA / UK residents (GDPR): You have additional rights including data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
10. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
11. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out via our Contact page.