Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 03, 2026

Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

Welcome to peanuto.top (the “Website”), a blog dedicated to outdoor recreation — from hiking and camping to trail running and kayaking. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect your data when you visit or interact with our blog.

By using peanuto.top, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate a simple blog and improve your reading experience. We do not collect payment details, credit card numbers, or sensitive financial data because peanuto.top does not sell products or process transactions.

1.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide

Contact form submissions: When you send us a message via the contact form, we receive your name, email address, and the content of your message. We use this only to respond to your inquiry.
Comments: If you leave a comment on an article, we collect the name you enter, your email address (which is not publicly displayed), and the comment text. Your IP address may also be recorded to help detect spam.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Cookies and similar technologies: We use small data files called cookies to remember your preferences (e.g., dark mode or commenter details) and to understand how readers use the site.
Basic analytics data: We collect anonymized, aggregate data such as page views, referring URLs, browser type, and approximate geographic region. This helps us know which articles are most helpful and how to improve content.
Log data: Our server automatically records standard technical information like your IP address, browser language, and the date/time of each request. This data is used for security and troubleshooting and is not linked to your identity.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only for the following purposes:

To respond to your questions or comments submitted through the contact form.
To display and manage comments on blog posts.
To analyze site traffic and reader engagement (e.g., which articles are most popular) so we can create better outdoor recreation content.
To maintain the security and integrity of the Website.
To comply with legal obligations if required by law.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time.

3.2 Cookies We Use

Essential/Functional cookies: Required for basic site functionality, such as remembering if you have dismissed a notice or keeping your commenter details for convenience.
Analytics cookies: We use a privacy-friendly analytics tool (e.g., a self-hosted or cookieless analytics service) to count visits and see which pages are viewed. These cookies do not track you across other websites.
Comment preference cookies: If you leave a comment, you may opt to save your name and email in a cookie so you don’t have to re-enter them next time.

3.3 Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, but please note that some features of peanuto.top may not function properly without them. For more details, visit aboutcookies.org.

4. Comments

When you leave a comment on peanuto.top, we collect the data shown in the comment form (name, email, comment), plus your IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. After approval of your comment, your profile picture (if any) is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Your email address will never be published or shared. We reserve the right to moderate or remove comments that violate our commenting guidelines (e.g., spam, hate speech, or off-topic content).

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on peanuto.top may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, maps, or social media posts). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if you visited that other website.

These third-party websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction if you have an account and are logged in to that website. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our blog.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not share your personal data with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers: We may use trusted third-party services for website hosting, spam detection (e.g., Akismet), and basic analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your data confidential and secure.
Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, we may disclose information to comply with such obligations.
Protection of rights: We may disclose information if necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of peanuto.top, our users, or the public.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 12 months after the last correspondence, then deleted.
Comments: Retained indefinitely so that the comment history remains available to readers. If you wish to have your comment removed, please contact us.
Analytics data: Stored in aggregate form and anonymized after 26 months.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
Objection: Object to the processing of your data for analytics or other legitimate interests.
Data portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Children’s Privacy

peanuto.top is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and may notify you via a prominent notice on the Website.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us:

Email: [email protected]
Postal address: 6306 Oak Ave, Portland, OR 97201, USA

We aim to reply to all inquiries within 5 business days.

Thank you for trusting peanuto.top. We are committed to keeping your information safe while you explore the great outdoors through our stories.