Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 24, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how NameClust collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit our website at nameclust.com. We have written it in plain language on purpose. We believe a privacy policy should be readable, not full of unnecessary legal fog.

NameClust is a Christian website that publishes prayers, Bible reflections, Christian living articles, Bible stories, and related content. We are a small team. We care about treating the people who visit this site with respect, and that includes how we handle information connected to your visit.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of it, please stop using the site.

1. Who we are

NameClust is operated by a small group of writers and contributors. We are not a large company with a dedicated data department. We run a content website, and we try to keep our practices simple and honest.

When this policy says “we”, “us”, or “our”, it means the people responsible for running NameClust.

2. Information we collect

You do not need to create an account or give us personal details just to read the content on this site. Most people visit, read, and leave without ever sharing their name or email address.

However, like almost every website, certain information is collected automatically when you visit. This typically includes:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type (phone, tablet, or computer)
  • Operating system
  • Pages you view on the site
  • Date and time of your visit
  • Time spent on pages
  • The website that referred you to us (if any)
  • General location information (usually country or city level)

This kind of information is often called log data or usage data. Our servers automatically record some of it in server logs. We use it to understand how the site is performing, to fix technical problems, and to see which content people find helpful.

If you contact us through the contact form or by email, we will receive the information you choose to share. This usually includes your name, email address, and the content of your message. We only use this information to respond to you.

3. Legal basis for processing (for visitors in the EU, UK, and similar regions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another region with similar data protection laws, we process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Legitimate interests – for running and improving the website, understanding traffic, keeping the site secure, and responding to messages
  • Consent – where we rely on cookies for analytics or advertising, or if you later subscribe to any email updates
  • Legal obligation – if we are required by law to process or retain certain information

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time where we rely on it.

4. How we use the information

We use the information we collect for these limited purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the website
  • To understand how people use the site so we can improve the content and experience
  • To respond to messages, questions, or prayer requests you send us
  • To detect and prevent spam, abuse, or technical issues
  • To display advertisements through Google AdSense
  • To keep the site secure

We do not sell your personal information. We do not rent it. We do not share it with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5. Cookies and similar technologies

This website uses cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used and help websites function properly and understand visitor behaviour.

We use cookies for the following reasons:

  • To make sure basic parts of the site work correctly
  • To remember limited preferences where relevant
  • To understand traffic and content performance through analytics
  • To help Google AdSense display advertisements

Some cookies last only for your browsing session. Others remain on your device for a longer period so the site or advertising services can recognise your browser on later visits.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. If you block all cookies, some features of the site may not work as intended, although the main articles and pages should still be readable.

6. Google AdSense and advertising

At this time, NameClust.com does not display advertisements. We plan to use Google AdSense once the site is approved, as one of the ways we intend to support the site financially.

Once AdSense is active, this section will be updated to reflect that, and it will include the following:

  • Google AdSense uses cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on a user’s previous visits to this website or other websites. Google and its partners may use information about your visits to this and other sites to provide relevant advertisements.
  • You will be able to control the ads you see and opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings page: https://www.google.com/settings/ads.
  • We will not control which specific ads appear. That will be managed by Google and its advertising partners. We also will not receive information from Google that would allow us to personally identify you through the advertisements.

We will revise this section with the correct present-tense language as soon as AdSense approval comes through, so it accurately reflects what’s actually running on the site.

7. Analytics

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors interact with the site. This includes information such as which pages are read most often, how people arrive at the site, approximate location (usually country or city), and general device information.

Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this data. The information is aggregated and does not normally identify you as an individual to us. We use these insights to see what content is useful and where the site can be improved.

If you prefer not to be tracked by Google Analytics, you can install the official Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. You can also limit tracking more broadly through your browser settings or privacy-focused extensions.

8. Server logs

Like most websites, our hosting servers automatically record certain information in server logs. This typically includes IP addresses, browser details, dates and times of access, and the pages requested. We use this information for security, troubleshooting, and basic traffic analysis. Server logs are usually kept for a limited period and then deleted or overwritten.

9. Third-party services

We use a small number of external services to help run the website. These currently include:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Google Analytics
  • Google AdSense

These services may process information according to their own privacy policies. We only work with established providers and try to keep the number of third parties limited. We do not share more information with them than is needed for the service to function.

10. Embedded content from other websites

Articles on this site may occasionally include embedded content such as videos, audio, or posts from other platforms. Embedded content behaves in a similar way to if you visited the other website directly.

These third-party sites may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction with the embedded content. We do not control how those external sites handle your information. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies if you have concerns.

11. Affiliate links

From time to time we may include affiliate links in articles. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals. We only work with reputable programmes and will disclose affiliate relationships where appropriate.

12. Email communications

At present we do not operate a regular email newsletter. If we start one in the future, we will only add people who actively subscribe. We will never add your email address to a list simply because you contacted us through the contact form.

If you subscribe to any future email updates, you will be able to unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in those emails.

13. How we share information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others for their marketing purposes.

We may share information only in these limited situations:

  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of NameClust or our users
  • With service providers who help us operate the website, under appropriate confidentiality expectations
  • In connection with a transfer or restructuring of the website, if that ever becomes relevant (in which case we would provide notice where reasonable)

14. Data retention

We keep different types of information for different lengths of time:

  • Server logs and basic analytics data are generally retained for a limited period (often between several months and a couple of years) for security and performance analysis, after which they are deleted or anonymised
  • Contact form submissions and emails are kept only as long as needed to respond properly and handle any necessary follow-up
  • We do not keep personal messages indefinitely without reason

When information is no longer needed, we take steps to delete or anonymise it.

15. Data security

We take reasonable technical and organisational steps to protect the information we hold. This includes using secure hosting, limiting access to personal messages, and following basic security practices.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use strong, unique passwords on your own accounts and to be careful about the information you choose to share online.

16. Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These can include:

  • The right to ask whether we hold personal information about you
  • The right to request a copy of that information
  • The right to ask us to correct inaccurate information
  • The right to request that we delete information we hold about you
  • The right to object to certain types of processing
  • The right to withdraw consent where we rely on it

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the email address below. We will respond within a reasonable time. In some cases we may need to verify your identity before making changes.

17. Do Not Track signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing not be tracked. There is currently no consistent industry standard for how websites should respond to these signals. At this time, NameClust does not respond to Do Not Track signals in a specialised way beyond the general cookie and tracking controls already described in this policy.

18. California privacy rights

If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and related laws. These can include the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.

We do not sell personal information. If you are a California resident and would like to make a request related to your information, please contact us at the email address below. We will treat such requests in accordance with applicable law.

19. International visitors

NameClust can be visited from many different countries. If you access the site from outside the country where our main operations or servers are based, your information may be transferred to and processed in a different country. Those countries may have different data protection laws from your own.

By using the site, you understand that this kind of transfer may occur. We still aim to handle information carefully and in line with the principles described in this policy.

20. Children’s privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. The content is written with adult readers in mind.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. We will take steps to remove that information.

21. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. If the changes are significant, we may also provide a more visible notice on the site.

We encourage you to review this page occasionally so you remain informed about how we handle information. Continued use of the site after changes have been posted means you accept the updated policy.

22. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to make a request about your information, or need to get in touch about privacy matters, you can email us at:

Email: outreach@nameclust.com

We try to respond to messages within a few business days. Please be as clear as possible in your message so we can help you properly.

23. Final note

We started NameClust as a place for prayer, Scripture, and honest Christian encouragement. We want the same care that goes into the writing to also show up in how we handle the quieter technical side of the website, including privacy.

If anything in this policy is unclear, or if you have a suggestion for how we could make it better, feel free to contact us. We are open to improving both the content on the site and the way we look after the people who read it.

Thank you for visiting NameClust.