Privacy Policy for Dark Sky Dispatch
Effective Date: May 6, 2026
Last Updated: May 6, 2026
Dark Sky Dispatch (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website as a blog. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect:
- Email address (e.g., newsletter subscriptions, contact forms)
- Any information you choose to provide in communications
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the site, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Referring URLs
- Pages viewed and time spent
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze site traffic
- Improve user experience
- Support affiliate tracking
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
2. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent (e.g., subscribing to emails)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., analytics, improving content)
- Legal obligations (if applicable)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Send newsletters and updates (if you opt in)
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve website functionality and content
- Monitor usage trends and analytics
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Affiliate Disclosure
Dark Sky Dispatch participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Associates Program, and may join additional programs.
- We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through affiliate links
- This does not increase your cost
- Affiliate links may use cookies to track referrals
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share limited data with:
- Email service providers (for newsletters)
- Analytics providers (e.g., traffic analysis)
- Affiliate networks (for link tracking)
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
6. International Data Transfers (GDPR)
If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where data protection laws may differ.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
You may request deletion at any time.
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (we do not sell data)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To make a request, contact us using the information below.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. We currently do not respond to these signals.
11. Email Communications
If you subscribe:
- You may receive periodic emails
- You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in emails
We do not share your email with third parties for marketing purposes.
12. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
13. Data Security
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure.
14. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
16. Contact Information
If you have questions or wish to exercise your rights, contact: