Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Introduction
The Cheeseburger Index ("we," "our," or "us") operates burgernomics.org (the "Site"). This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly (such as email addresses for newsletter subscriptions) and information collected automatically when you visit our Site, including:
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Analytics data via Google Analytics 4
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects anonymized usage data including pages visited, session duration, and approximate location. You can opt out using Google's opt-out browser add-on.
Advertising — Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings.
Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the Internet. Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info/choices.
Email Newsletter
We use Resend to manage email subscriptions. When you subscribe, your email address is stored by Resend. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any newsletter email. We do not share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies
Our Site uses cookies to improve your experience, serve relevant advertisements, and analyze traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality and ad personalization.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:
- Google Analytics (site analytics)
- Google AdSense (advertising)
- Resend (email newsletter delivery)
- Service providers who assist in operating our Site
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy laws to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Contact us at: privacy@burgernomics.org.