Privacy Policy for Observed.org
Last Updated: May, 7th, 2025
At Observed.org, your privacy is not just respected — it is protected.
We believe that the free and regular exercise of your rights should never come at the expense of your personal privacy. That’s why we collect only the information we absolutely need, store it only as long as necessary, and protect it with the highest standards of security and discretion.
What We Collect
When you take the Pledge, we collect only:
- Your name
- Your email address
This allows us to confirm your commitment and occasionally share important updates (no more than four messages per year).
If You Make a Purchase or Donation
If you choose to buy something from our store or make a donation:
- Additional information (such as billing address and payment details) may be temporarily collected by our secure payment processor solely to complete the transaction.
- We do not store or retain your financial information.
- Any non-essential data is promptly deleted after your order or donation is processed.
- We continue to retain only your name and email address for communication purposes, as described above.
What We Do Not Collect
- We do not log or store your IP address.
- We do not use persistent tracking cookies or third-party behavioral analytics.
- Session data (such as login tokens or form security) is used only during your visit and is automatically destroyed shortly afterward.
- We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your personal information — ever.
Data Protection and Disclosure
- All information is encrypted during transmission and storage.
- Access to your data is strictly limited and monitored.
- Our systems are designed using zero-trust principles, meaning even internal access is tightly controlled.
We will never voluntarily disclose your information. If compelled by law, we will:
- Release only the minimum legally required;
- Challenge any overreaching request;
- Notify you if legally permitted.
We take every measure available to resist any effort to identify users who have taken the pledge, and we are committed to defending your privacy with the same seriousness that we defend our own rights. We are all in this together.
Your Rights
- You can request the deletion of your data at any time.
- You can unsubscribe from communications instantly and without explanation.
- You are welcome to provide a pseudonym and private email address — and we encourage you to do what feels safest.
At Observed.org, your privacy is your right — and we protect it like it’s our own.
For questions or concerns, contact: [email protected]