Privacy Policy

Privacy and Data Integrity

KonNetwork is committed to a policy of minimal data collection. We treat privacy as a strict technical standard. Our infrastructure is designed to allow anonymous browsing without the use of tracking cookies, third-party analytics, or intrusive logging.

Anonymous Browsing

You can access the entire network without providing personal data. We do not use third-party tracking scripts or cross-site analytics. Passive data collection is prohibited on this platform.

Active Engagement Data

We only collect information when you choose to interact with the site through the following actions:

Email Subscriptions (Newsletter)

  • Required Data: We collect only your email address for the specific purpose of delivering new articles and reviews.
  • Verification: We utilize a strict double opt-in process. You are required to confirm your intent via a secure link sent to your inbox before being added to the active list.
  • Tracking Prevention: Our subscription forms do not use invisible reCAPTCHA, and we do not pass your subscriber data through URL parameters.
  • Third-Party Processing: Newsletter delivery is handled securely through Kit. They process your email address solely for sending our broadcasts.
  • Ownership: You may revoke your consent and permanently remove your address from the database at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every dispatch.

Comments and Discussion

  • Required Data: We collect your name, email address, and comment text.
  • Security: Your IP address and browser user-agent are recorded for the sole purpose of spam detection.
  • Persistence: Functional WordPress cookies are used to store your credentials locally on your device for future comments. These are strictly functional and do not track your activity outside of this site.
  • Ownership: You may request the deletion or anonymization of your comments at any time.

User Accounts and Registration

  • Security: We collect your username and email address. Passwords are encrypted and hashed. We never have access to plain-text passwords.
  • Sessions: A temporary session cookie is used to maintain your login status. This cookie is deleted upon logout or session expiration.
  • Usage: Account data is never used for profiling, marketing, or third-party sharing.

Social Integration and Sharing

  • Authentication: Social logins are handled directly by the provider. We only receive the basic information you explicitly authorize.
  • Static Sharing: Social sharing buttons are static links. No data is transmitted to social platforms unless you actively click the button.
  • Embedded Content: Third-party embeds (such as YouTube) are blocked behind a click-to-load interface. No scripts or cookies from these providers load until you grant permission. Note that browser shields like Brave or various ad blockers may prevent these embeds from functioning even after consent is given.

Technical Infrastructure

  • Analytics: We use a self-hosted, cookie-free analytics system. This counts page views anonymously. We do not store IP addresses or personal identifiers in our analytics database.
  • Hosting Logs: Temporary server logs are maintained for security and diagnostic purposes. These logs are purged automatically and are never used for visitor tracking.

Data Rights and Contact

You retain full control over any data you provide to KonNetwork. You may request access to, correction of, or permanent deletion of your information at any time.

In Summary:

  • Anonymous Browsing: Zero personal data collected.
  • Active Interaction: Data is collected only for the specific function you initiate.
  • Integrity: We never sell, share, or monetize visitor data.

For data inquiries, contact the editor directly at contact@thekonnetwork.com.