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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 4, 2026

1. Introduction

99 Years Ago (”we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website 99yearsago.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or subscribe to our newsletter.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Email address — when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter.

  • Usage data — such as pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs, collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.

  • Device information — browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.

  • Advertising data — if you arrive via an ad (e.g., Meta/Facebook), we may receive limited data such as ad click identifiers.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To send you our daily newsletter (if subscribed).

  • To improve our website content and user experience.

  • To measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as the Meta Pixel) to understand how visitors interact with our site and to measure advertising performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.

5. Third-Party Services

We may share data with the following third-party services:

  • Meta (Facebook) — for advertising and conversion tracking.

  • Beehiiv — for email newsletter delivery and management.

  • Analytics providers — for website usage analysis.

These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. Usage and analytics data is retained in aggregate form and is not personally identifiable. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any newsletter email.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request correction or deletion of your data.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Object to data processing or request data portability.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email below.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. 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 revision date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: hello@99yearsago.com