Privacy Policy - Indievana

Last updated: August 12, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how IndieVana (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit indievana.com (the “Site”).

By using the Site, you agree to this Policy and our Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1) Who we are & how to contact us

Operator/Owner: Indievana.com (individual)
Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Email: info@indievana.com

2) What we do

IndieVana curates gaming news and links to third-party websites. Articles may open through “bridge” URLs (e.g., /tmbridge/... or /ivarticle/...) that embed the original page (when allowed) or show a preview (image, title, brief excerpt) plus a link to the source.

3) Information we collect

3.1 Information you provide

Contact messages: If you email us or use a contact form, we receive your email address and any information you include.
User submissions (if enabled): If you post comments or send other submissions, we receive that content and associated information (e.g., display name).

3.2 Information collected automatically

Log data: Your IP address, browser type, device info, referring URL, pages visited, and timestamps (collected by our hosting/server for security and operations).
Cookies and similar technologies: Used for site functionality, analytics (if enabled), and advertising (see Section 5).

3.3 Third-party content & embeds

When you open a bridge page or click to an external website, that third party may collect information about you (including via cookies, pixels, or similar). We do not control third-party sites. Their data practices are governed by their own policies.

4) How we use information

Provide, operate, and improve the Site (including bridge pages).
Respond to inquiries and provide support.
Analyze Site performance (if analytics enabled).
Prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
Comply with legal obligations.

We process personal information on the basis of our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Site, and to comply with law. Where required, we rely on your consent (e.g., for certain cookies/ads in the EU/EEA/UK).

5) Advertising, cookies & affiliate links

5.1 Cookies & similar technologies

Cookies are small files placed on your device. We use:

Essential cookies (site operation/security)
Functional/Performance cookies (theme/UI, speed)
Analytics cookies (if enabled; see 5.3)
Advertising cookies (see 5.2)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect some features.

5.2 Google AdSense & personalized ads

We display ads via Google AdSense (and possibly other ad partners). These providers may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and/or other websites.

Ad vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads; Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on visit(s) to our Site and/or other sites.
Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings (https://adssettings.google.com) or the AboutAds consumer choice page (https://www.aboutads.info/choices). EU/EEA/UK users may also see a consent banner to choose ad preferences.

See also Google’s advertising policies and technologies disclosures: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

5.3 Analytics (if enabled)

We may use analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand traffic and usage. These tools may set cookies and collect IP addresses, device/browser info, and page interactions.

Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
If you do not use analytics, remove this subsection from your published page.

5.4 Affiliate links (Amazon Associates, etc.)

Some outbound links are affiliate links. If you buy through those links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Amazon Associates: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon may set cookies to track referrals. See Amazon’s Privacy Notice: https://www.amazon.com/privacy

6) How we share information

We share information:

With service providers (hosting, security, analytics, ad networks) who process it on our behalf under instructions.
For legal reasons (to comply with laws, lawful requests, protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud/abuse).
During business changes (e.g., transfer in connection with a sale or restructuring—if ever applicable).

We do not sell your personal information.

7) International transfers

We are based in Lebanon. Service providers (e.g., ad/analytics networks) may process data in other countries. By using the Site, you understand your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws.

8) Your choices & rights

8.1 Email

If you contact us, we will reply using the email you provided. You can ask us to stop contacting you at any time.

8.2 Cookies & personalized ads

Control cookies via your browser settings.
Opt out of Google personalized ads: https://adssettings.google.com
US ad choices: https://www.aboutads.info/choices
EU/EEA/UK users: use our consent banner (when presented) to set preferences.

8.3 Access, correction, deletion

You can request access, correction, or deletion of personal information we hold about you by emailing info@indievana.com. We may need to verify your identity. We will respond within a reasonable time and as required by applicable law.

8.4 EEA/UK visitors (GDPR)

Where the GDPR applies, you may also have the right to restrict or object to processing, and to data portability, and the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

8.5 California residents (CCPA/CPRA)

Where California law applies, you may have the right to know, delete, correct, and limit use/disclosure of sensitive personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise rights, contact info@indievana.com.

9) Data retention

We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes described or as required by law (e.g., security logs are typically retained for a short period unless needed to investigate issues).

10) Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. If we learn of a security incident that affects you, we will act in accordance with applicable laws.

11) Children’s privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the age of digital consent in your country). If you believe a child provided us personal information, contact info@indievana.com and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

12) Third-party websites

Links and embeds of third-party sites are provided for your convenience. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

13) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the latest version. Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Policy.