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Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 22, 2026
This page is maintained by WILLIE D LIVE to explain what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to our website, newsletter, podcast, and the community features that link to this policy.
1. Information you give us
We collect information you provide directly, such as your name, email, and password when you create an account; the content of comments, story tips, photos, and videos you submit; the details you include on the advertise and contact forms; and your preferences (saved stories, notification settings).
2. Information we collect automatically
When you use the site we automatically collect technical information like IP address, device and browser type, operating system, the pages you view, referring URLs, and timestamps. We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, measure traffic, and understand which stories resonate.
3. Information from third parties
If you sign in with a third-party provider (for example Google), we receive basic profile information from that provider as permitted by your settings with them. Embedded content (YouTube videos, social posts, market and sports data) may collect information directly from your browser under their own privacy policies.
4. How we use information
We use the information we collect to: operate, secure, and improve the Services; publish your tips, comments, and submissions you ask us to publish; respond to inquiries; send the newsletter and account-related messages; personalize recommendations; serve and measure advertising; detect and prevent abuse; and comply with legal obligations.
5. How we share information
We don't sell your personal information. We share information with: service providers that help us run the site (hosting, analytics, email delivery, payment processing, customer support); advertising and measurement partners in aggregated or pseudonymous form; law enforcement or other parties when required by law or to protect rights, safety, and the integrity of the Services; and parties involved in a business transfer (merger, acquisition, sale of assets), subject to standard confidentiality.
6. Cookies & tracking
We use strictly necessary cookies to run the site, plus analytics and (where applicable) advertising cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may break features like staying signed in.
7. Your choices
You can update your account information, unsubscribe from the newsletter using the link in any email, opt out of non-essential cookies through your browser, and request deletion of your account by contacting us. Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights — see Regional rights below.
8. Data retention
We keep personal information for as long as needed to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.
9. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including encryption in transit and access controls. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; we can't guarantee absolute security.
10. Children
The Services are not directed to children under 13, and we don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we'll delete it.
11. Regional rights
If you're in the EEA, UK, or California, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your personal information, and to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
12. International transfers
We may process information in the United States and other countries. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.
13. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we'll revise the "Last updated" date above and, when changes are significant, provide additional notice.
14. Contact
Questions or privacy requests? Reach us through the contact page.