Last updated: 18 October 2026

UNIQ is an independent editorial platform at theuniq.net. This policy explains how we handle information when you visit the site, leave a comment, contact us or subscribe to our newsletter. For privacy questions, email hello@theuniq.net.

Information we collect

We collect the information you choose to share, such as your name, email address, comments and messages. Newsletter records may also include your country, language and subscription details. Approved comments display your chosen name and comment publicly; your email address is not displayed.

We also collect information about visits, such as pages viewed, browser and device information, approximate country and referring websites. Technical details, including IP addresses, may be processed to deliver the site, protect against abuse and handle submissions.

How we use information

We use information to operate and improve UNIQ, understand readership, respond to messages, moderate comments, prevent misuse and send newsletters to subscribers. To unsubscribe, contact hello@theuniq.net, or use an unsubscribe link if one is included in a newsletter.

Cookies, analytics and advertising

UNIQ uses analytics, including Google Analytics, and displays advertising through Google AdSense. These services may use cookies or similar technologies to measure visits, deliver and measure advertisements, and personalise advertising where permitted. We also use browser storage for site preferences and visitor measurement.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Advertising preferences and any available consent messages provide additional choices. Blocking cookies or third-party services may affect some features. Any consent required by applicable law is separate from reading this policy or using the site.

Learn more about how Google uses information from sites that use its services.

Sharing and external services

We do not sell your name, email address or messages. Information may be handled by service providers that help us operate the platform, analyse traffic or display advertising, and may be disclosed where required by law or necessary to protect rights and security. Processing may take place outside your country, subject to applicable requirements.

Embedded videos and links to other websites are provided by third parties. Their own privacy policies apply when their services are used, and they may receive information when embedded content loads.

Retention, security and your rights

We retain information for as long as reasonably needed for the purposes described here, including legal and security requirements. We take reasonable steps to protect it, but no website or transmission is completely secure.

Depending on the law that applies to you, you may have rights to access, correct or delete personal information, restrict or object to its use, withdraw consent, or complain to a data-protection authority. Send requests to hello@theuniq.net; we may need to verify that a request concerns your information.

Age requirement and updates

UNIQ is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us.

We may update this policy as the platform changes. The latest revision date appears above. Please also read our Terms of Use.