Introduction and Summary
Unreal Discoveries, accessible at https://unrealdiscoveries.com, is a digital publication dedicated to exploring the most fascinating, mysterious, and unbelievable stories from science, history, and human culture.
Our mission is to make knowledge intriguing again — connecting readers to verified information, thoughtful reflections, and discoveries that challenge the boundaries of reality.
We take the protection of our users’ personal data seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, and safeguard your information when you access our website or interact with our content.
For a full understanding of your rights and responsibilities, we encourage you to also review our Terms of Use.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact us through our form available at https://unrealdiscoveries.com/contact.
Scope of the Privacy Policy
Unreal Discoveries operates as a digital media platform focused on content publication and promotional partnerships.
Our goal is exclusively informational and editorial — we do not sell products, provide direct services, or establish contractual relationships with users.
All commercial interactions between users and our advertising partners take place on external platforms. We do not collect or store banking, payment, or financial data of any kind.
If you receive any request for sensitive information on behalf of Unreal Discoveries, please notify us immediately through our official contact form. We are not responsible for fraudulent attempts made by third parties impersonating our brand.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
User Consent
By accessing or using Unreal Discoveries, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
If you do not agree with any part of this document, we ask that you discontinue using our services.
This policy must be read in conjunction with our Terms of Use, which describe the conditions of access, copyright, and limitations of liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Unreal Discoveries uses advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to assist in the creation of articles, data visualizations, and visual content displayed on our site.
AI tools are employed to enhance creativity, accelerate editorial processes, and personalize user experiences.
All AI-generated content is reviewed, edited, and fact-checked by our human editorial team before publication. This ensures that our material meets high standards of accuracy, ethics, and reliability.
We are committed to using AI responsibly — never for deceptive purposes or automated decision-making that compromises user privacy.
If you have questions about our use of AI, contact us at contact@unrealdiscoveries.com.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
I. Information We Collect
A. Information Provided Directly by Users
We do not automatically collect personal information during normal browsing.
However, users may voluntarily provide data when subscribing to newsletters, leaving comments, or contacting our editorial team.
The data you may provide includes:
- Name and email address
- Optional demographic information (if requested)
- Message content (for support or inquiries)
We store this data securely and use it exclusively for communication, content personalization, and audience analysis.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When browsing our website, certain data is automatically collected through cookies, analytics tools, and log files.
These technologies help us understand how users interact with the site and allow us to improve navigation and performance.
Collected data may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date/time stamps
- Pages visited and duration of visit
This information is used for analytical and statistical purposes only and cannot personally identify you.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
They help us remember your preferences, understand your behavior, and deliver more relevant content and ads.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Analyze website traffic (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel)
- Personalize reading experiences
- Enable features like newsletter subscriptions and forms
- Improve content recommendation systems
Disabling cookies may affect your user experience, limiting access to certain site functions.
Third-Party Cookie
Some third-party services may set cookies when you visit our website. These include:
- Google Analytics: Tracks user behavior and page performance.
- Google AdSense: Displays contextual advertising based on your interests.
- Meta Ads (Facebook Pixel): Measures ad performance and conversions.
These partners may collect anonymous data such as browsing patterns and engagement metrics.
You can manage or disable cookies at any time in your browser settings.
II. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Improve site performance and user experience;
- Personalize content and advertising;
- Respond to user inquiries;
- Monitor engagement metrics;
- Prevent spam, fraud, or unauthorized access.
Unreal Discoveries does not sell or share personal data with unauthorized third parties.
III. Data Protection Commitment
We use secure hosting and data encryption to safeguard all stored information.
While we take all reasonable precautions, no system is immune to cyber risks.
By using our services, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks of online data transmission.
If you wish to delete your information or request clarification about stored data, you may contact us via our contact form.
IV. Your Data Rights
Depending on your region, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you;
- Request corrections or deletions;
- Withdraw consent for data processing;
- Restrict or object to data processing;
- Request data portability to another provider.
We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days, in accordance with GDPR and other privacy laws.
V. Data Retention Policy
We retain collected data only as long as necessary for operational or legal purposes.
Users may request deletion of their personal data at any time by contacting us.
VI. Children’s Privacy
Unreal Discoveries does not knowingly collect or process data from users under 13 years of age.
If we become aware that such information has been submitted, it will be promptly deleted.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to supervise their children’s online activities and contact us immediately if inappropriate data has been provided.
VII. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new technologies, laws, or operational changes.
Any modifications will be clearly indicated on this page, and the updated date will be revised accordingly.
Last updated: October 2025
VIII. Contact Information
For questions, clarifications, or complaints related to privacy, contact us at:
📧 contact@unrealdiscoveries.com
🌐 https://unrealdiscoveries.com/contact