Privacy

How we handle your data

The Short Version

RTFM doesn't sell your data, run ads, or build profiles for marketing. We use standard analytics to understand traffic so we can improve the site. If you don't want to be measured, the opt-out tools below work.

What We Collect

When you visit rtfm.media, we collect basic analytics through Google Analytics 4. This includes:

  • Pages you view and how long you stay
  • How you got to the site (referrer, search terms via Google)
  • Approximate location (city/region, never precise)
  • Device type, browser, and operating system
  • An anonymized device identifier (cookie)

We do not collect names, email addresses, or any other personally identifying information from site visitors. If you apply to the network through TikTok or Discord, those platforms handle that data under their own policies.

Why We Collect It

To understand which pages are useful, where readers come from, and what to fix. Nothing here is used for advertising or sold to third parties.

Cookies

Google Analytics drops two cookies (_ga, _ga_*) to recognize repeat visitors. They expire after 24 months. We use no other cookies for tracking.

Third Parties

The only third-party service that receives visitor data is Google Analytics. Google's handling is governed by their own privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy. Data is retained in our Google Analytics account for 14 months, then deleted automatically.

Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

  • Ask what data we hold about you
  • Request that we delete it
  • Opt out of analytics tracking

Easiest opt-out: install the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, or enable "Do Not Track" / a content blocker in your browser. We honor both.

For deletion or access requests, message us on Discord.

Children

RTFM's services are intended for users 18 and over. We don't knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a minor has provided data, contact us and we'll delete it.

Changes

If we materially change what we collect or how we use it, this page gets updated and the date in the JSON-LD metadata reflects the change.

Contact

Reach us on Discord for any privacy questions.