Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2025-12-06

This Privacy Policy describes how Sleepytime Facts (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and related services (the “Service”).

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Usage Data and Web Logs

When you visit Sleepytime Facts, our systems automatically collect basic technical information that your browser sends, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Referring pages and exit pages
• Date and time of access
• Pages viewed and general usage patterns

This information is stored in standard web server logs and used for security, diagnostics, and analytics.

2. Analytics (Google Analytics and Similar Tools)

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use the Service. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• Pages you visit and how long you stay on them
• Links you click
• General information about your location (e.g., country or region)
• Device, operating system, and browser details

Google may also set cookies or read existing cookies in your browser to perform this analysis. Google’s use of this data is governed by its own privacy policies and terms.

We do not use Google Analytics to collect financial information or to deliberately identify individual users.

Third-Party Services and Embedded Content

Some content or features on Sleepytime Facts may be delivered through third-party platforms. For example:

• Video or audio content hosted on YouTube
• Text-to-speech or audio playback provided by services such as ElevenLabs / ElevenReader
• Other book or media platforms you may use to access related content

When you interact with this embedded or linked content, those third parties may collect their own analytics and usage data about you, including through cookies, tracking pixels, or similar technologies. Their data collection and use are governed by their own privacy policies, not this one.

We do not control, and are not responsible for, how those third-party services collect, use, or share information.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We and our analytics providers may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Remember certain preferences
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns
• Improve performance and reliability of the Service

You can usually instruct your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used. If you disable cookies, some features of the Service may not function correctly.

No Financial or Deliberate Personal Data Collection

We do not collect:

• Credit card numbers
• Bank account details
• Payment information
• Government identification numbers (such as Social Security numbers)

We do not ask you to provide personally identifiable information such as your full name, mailing address, or phone number to use the core features of Sleepytime Facts.

However, some technical data (such as IP addresses or device identifiers) may be considered personal information under certain laws. We collect and use such data only for the purposes described in this policy (security, analytics, troubleshooting, and operation of the Service).

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Service
• Monitor performance and usage patterns
• Diagnose and fix technical issues
• Protect the security and integrity of the Service
• Generate aggregated, non-identifying statistics

We do not sell your data and do not use the information we collect to profile you for targeted advertising on this site.

Data Retention

Web logs and analytics data are retained for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Analyze trends and usage
• Maintain the security and integrity of the Service
• Comply with applicable laws or resolve disputes

Retention periods may vary depending on the systems and third-party services involved (for example, Google Analytics retention settings).

Data Sharing

We may share aggregated, non-identifying analytics (for example, total page views, traffic sources) with service providers or partners.

We may also share information if required to:

• Comply with a legal obligation, court order, or governmental request
• Protect or defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of users of the Service or the public

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Sleepytime Facts is not specifically directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.

Your Choices

Depending on your browser and region, you may have options to:

• Disable or delete cookies in your browser settings
• Use private or incognito browsing modes
• Opt out of certain analytics tracking through tools offered by providers such as Google (for example, Google Analytics opt-out browser add-ons where available)

Your exact options can depend on your device, browser, and location.

Links to Other Sites

The Service may contain links to other websites or services not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site.

We strongly recommend that you review the privacy policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

No Warranty

The Service is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind , whether express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or
• Any information provided through the Service will be accurate, complete, or current.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

If you continue to use the Service after changes become effective, that use constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Doug Eubanks doug@sleepytimefacts.com