Who We Are
TugTale (tugtale.com) is operated by Monkeyjack Brands LLC. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our site.
Information We Collect
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to read our stories. We collect only:
- Standard server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps)
- Analytics data via Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site
Cookies and Tracking
TugTale uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics uses cookies to measure site traffic and usage patterns. These help us understand which stories are popular and how visitors navigate the site.
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense uses cookies to serve relevant ads and measure ad performance. These cookies may track your browsing activity across other websites to show you personalized advertising.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Blocking cookies may affect your experience on this and other sites.
Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your browsing history.
We also use Adsterra to display advertisements. Adsterra may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing activity. You can learn more about Adsterra's privacy practices at their privacy policy.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings. You can also visit aboutads.info to opt out of third-party advertising cookies.
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it
- Serve relevant advertisements
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as described in this policy (Google Analytics, Google AdSense).
Children's Privacy
TugTale is a general-audience site. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Data Retention
Server logs are retained for standard operational periods. Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics' default retention settings.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you. To make such a request, contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, you can reach us at our contact page.