Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Our Commitment to Privacy

Human Funds is built on trust and respect for privacy. This policy explains how we handle any information that comes through this website. We believe in transparency and minimal data collection.

This is a personal project focused on human connection, not data collection. We don't track you, we don't sell your information, and we don't use it for anything beyond the stated purpose of this project.

Information We Collect

When You Submit a Story

If you choose to share your story, we collect:

  • Your story content - The text you choose to share
  • Unique code - The code from your envelope (used for validation only)
  • Optional information - Title, approximate location (city/country), and category

We do not collect your name, email address, mailing address, or any other identifying information. Submissions are completely anonymous.

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, we automatically receive:

  • IP address - Collected by our hosting service (Netlify) for form submissions
  • Browser and device information - Standard web server logs
  • Cookies - Used by third-party advertising (see below)

How We Use Your Information

  • Story submissions - To review and potentially publish your story anonymously on our Stories page
  • Code validation - To verify that submissions come from legitimate recipients
  • Website operation - To maintain and improve the website

We will never sell, rent, or share your information with third parties except as necessary to operate this website (see Third-Party Services below).

Third-Party Services

Netlify

This website is hosted on Netlify, which processes form submissions. Netlify may collect IP addresses and other standard web server information. Their privacy policy: https://www.netlify.com/privacy/

Google AdSense

This website uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this site and/or other sites on the Internet.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings. Google's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Data Storage and Security

Story submissions are stored securely through Netlify's form processing system. We review submissions manually before publishing. Once published, stories are displayed anonymously on our Stories page.

We don't store personal information beyond what you choose to submit. We don't maintain user accounts or profiles.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request removal - If you've submitted a story, you can request its removal at any time
  • Not submit information - You're never required to share your story
  • Opt out of cookies - You can disable cookies in your browser settings (though this may affect site functionality)

To request removal of a published story, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This 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. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to request removal of a story, please contact us through the form submission process or via the contact information provided in your envelope.

This privacy policy reflects our commitment to transparency and respect for your privacy. We keep it simple, we keep it honest, and we keep it human.