Our Commitment to Privacy
SecondAmendment.net is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains our approach to privacy and data protection for all visitors to our website.
Information We Do NOT Collect
We respect your privacy and have designed our site to minimize data collection:
- We do NOT use tracking cookies
- We do NOT use Google Analytics or any third-party analytics
- We do NOT require user registration
- We do NOT collect personal information
- We do NOT use advertising networks
- We do NOT share data with third parties
- We do NOT use social media tracking pixels
Server Logs
Like most websites, our web server automatically collects limited information in server logs:
- IP address (for security and abuse prevention)
- Date and time of visit
- Pages requested
- Referring website (if any)
- Browser type and operating system
This information is:
- Stored temporarily (typically 30 days)
- Used only for security and technical maintenance
- Not combined with any other data
- Not used for marketing or tracking
- Deleted automatically after the retention period
Cookies
Our website uses minimal, essential cookies only:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Preference cookies: Remember display preferences (if you choose to set them)
We do NOT use:
- Tracking cookies
- Third-party cookies
- Advertising cookies
- Social media cookies
Third-Party Services
We minimize use of third-party services. Currently:
- Web Hosting: Our hosting provider may collect basic server logs as described above
- Content Delivery Network (CDN): May cache static content for performance
These services are selected for their privacy practices and data is not used for tracking or profiling.
External Links
Our site contains links to external websites, including:
- Supreme Court website
- Government archives
- Legal databases
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Email Contact
If you contact us via email:
- We use your email only to respond to your inquiry
- We do not add you to any mailing lists
- We do not share your email with third parties
- We delete correspondence after resolution unless legally required to retain
Children's Privacy
SecondAmendment.net is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The site contains educational material suitable for all ages.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures:
- HTTPS encryption for all pages
- Regular security updates
- Limited access to server logs
- No storage of personal data
Your Rights
Because we collect minimal data, you have the right to:
- Browse our site anonymously
- Disable cookies in your browser
- Request information about any data we may have (server logs)
- Request deletion of any email correspondence
California Privacy Rights
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). However, as we do not collect personal information, sell data, or track users, most CCPA provisions do not apply to our site.
European Union GDPR
For EU visitors, we comply with GDPR requirements:
- No personal data collection without consent
- No tracking or profiling
- Right to access any data (minimal server logs only)
- Data minimization principles
Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track (DNT) browser settings. Since we don't track users regardless, DNT settings don't change your experience on our site.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Significant changes will be noted on our homepage.
Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or concerns:
Email: contact@secondamendment.net
Please include "Privacy" in your subject line.
Legal Basis
This privacy policy is provided in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations. SecondAmendment.net operates as an educational resource under United States law.