Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated:January 2026

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to theviolenceofman.com (“the Site”). The Site does not use accounts, cookies for tracking, analytics, advertising pixels, or third-party data brokers. The only personal data collected is information voluntarily submitted by individuals who choose to submit photographs or related materials for possible publication.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information you voluntarily provide when submitting content, which may include:

  • Photographs or other media files

  • Any personal data visible within the submitted content

  • Your name (or pseudonym) and email address

  • Metadata embedded in files (e.g., EXIF data), unless removed prior to submission

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 and do not solicit submissions from minors.

3. Purpose of Processing

Submitted information is processed solely for the following purposes:

  • Reviewing, curating, and publishing submitted content

  • Communicating with submitters regarding their submissions (if contact information is provided)

  • Legal compliance, including responding to lawful requests or claims

We do not sell, rent, or monetize personal data.

4. Legal Basis (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, processing is based on:

  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) — by voluntarily submitting content

  • Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) — publishing documentary material in the public interest

You may withdraw consent at any time (see Section 7).

5. Data Sharing

We do not share personal data with third parties except:

  • Service providers necessary to host or operate the Site (e.g., web hosting), under confidentiality obligations

  • When required by law, court order, or valid legal process

6. Data Retention

Submitted content and associated information are retained only as long as necessary for publication, archival, or legal purposes. Unpublished submissions may be deleted at our discretion.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Request data portability (GDPR)

  • Opt out of sale or sharing of personal data (CCPA/CPRA — note: we do not sell or share)

Requests may be made by contacting us at: theviolenceofman@gmail.com. 

We will respond within legally required timeframes.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your submission may be processed and stored in the U.S. By submitting content, you acknowledge this transfer.

9. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect submitted information. However, no internet transmission is fully secure, and submission is at your own risk.

10. Policy Changes

This Policy may be updated at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.