Privacy Policy

1. Overview

LagPing operates lagping.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our Service. By using LagPing, you agree to this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Account data: We do not require public user registration. Admin access is limited to authorized staff only.

Usage data: We collect anonymous article view counts and like counts stored in our database. We do not use third-party analytics platforms such as Google Analytics at this time.

Local storage: Your browser may store preferences such as cookie consent choices and articles you have liked (anonymous, device-local only).

3. How We Use Your Information

• To operate and improve the Service
• To display article view and like counts
• To serve advertisements when you consent (Google AdSense)
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

• Google AdSense — displays ads when you accept advertising cookies. Opt out at google.com/settings/ads.
• Amazon Associates — affiliate links may set cookies when clicked.
• Anthropic Claude AI — article source text is processed for summarization. No personal user data is sent.
• Supabase & Vercel — database and hosting providers.

5. Cookies & Consent

We use cookies for:

• Essential: Site functionality and consent preferences.
• Advertising: Google AdSense (only after you click “Accept all”).

You can choose “Essential only” to decline advertising cookies. You may also control cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We may disclose data if required by law or to protect our rights.

7. Children's Privacy

LagPing is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Data Retention

Anonymous view and like counts are retained as long as the related article exists. Cookie consent preferences are stored locally in your browser until cleared.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access or delete data we hold about you. Submit a request via our contact form.

10. Contact

Questions? Use our contact form.