Last updated: April 1, 2026
The Useless Web (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the website https://uselessweb.org/. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable privacy laws.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Website: The Useless Web
Contact Email: urlsubmit@uselessweb.org
Website: https://uselessweb.org/
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using the details above.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:
Personal Data
We generally do not require users to provide personal information. However, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time of visit
- Referring/exit pages
- Number of clicks and interactions
- Approximate geographic location
This data does not normally identify you directly but may be considered personal data under GDPR.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Legitimate Interests
- Website security
- Fraud prevention
- Website performance monitoring
- Analytics and traffic analysis
Consent
- Advertising cookies
- Personalized advertising
- Non-essential cookies and tracking technologies
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
4. Log Files
The Useless Web follows standard procedures for the use of log files. These files log visitors when they access websites. Hosting providers typically collect such data as part of analytics services.
Information collected may include:
- IP addresses
- Browser type
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time stamp
- Referring and exit pages
- Number of clicks
This information is used for:
- Analyzing website usage
- Improving website performance
- Detecting technical issues
- Ensuring website security
This information is not used to personally identify visitors.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website usage.
Cookies may store information such as:
- User preferences
- Visited pages
- Browser type
- Device information
Cookies help us:
- Improve website functionality
- Understand how users interact with the site
- Display relevant advertisements
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
6. Advertising and Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party advertising services to display advertisements.
These third parties may use technologies such as:
- Cookies
- JavaScript
- Web Beacons
These technologies allow them to:
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Deliver personalized advertising
When these technologies are used, your IP address may be automatically transmitted to the advertising partner.
7. Google Advertising
We use services provided by Google, including advertising technologies such as Google DoubleClick DART cookies.
Google may use cookies to show ads to users based on their visits to this and other websites.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
More information about Google’s privacy practices can be found here:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
8. Common ID Cookie
Our website may use the Common ID cookie, which stores a unique user identifier within the first-party domain.
This identifier helps advertising partners:
- Improve ad delivery
- Match user data across platforms
- Measure advertising performance
Users may opt out of this tracking mechanism using the cookie consent settings provided on the website.
9. Data Sharing with Third Parties
We may share limited data with third parties, including:
- Advertising partners
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
- Security and fraud prevention services
These parties are only allowed to process data according to our instructions and applicable privacy laws.
We do not sell personal data.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Log files and analytics data are typically retained for a limited period unless required for security or legal reasons.
11. Your GDPR Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under GDPR:
Right of Access
You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
You may request correction of inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
You may request deletion of your personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing
You may request limitations on how your data is processed.
Right to Data Portability
You may request transfer of your data to another organization.
Right to Object
You may object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Withdraw Consent
If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
urlsubmit@uselessweb.org
We will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR.
12. Children’s Information
Protecting children’s privacy is important to us.
The Useless Web does not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If you believe that a child has provided personal information on our website, please contact us immediately so that we can remove the information.
13. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
14. 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 revision date.
We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
15. Consent
By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. You can read here our Terms and Conditions โ Useless Web