Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 7/11/2026

This Privacy Policy describes how DirectXbox.com ("DirectXbox," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with our website at directxbox.com (the "Site").

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Who we are

DirectXbox.com is an independent Xbox news, rumors, and community site. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft or Xbox.

If you have questions about this policy, contact us at: directxbox[at]gmail.com

2. Information we collect

Information you provide directly

  • Comments — if the Site allows comments, we collect the name, email address, and website (optional) you submit, along with your comment content and the time it was posted.
  • Contact forms / email — if you contact us directly, we collect whatever information you include (name, email address, message content).
  • Newsletter signups — if you subscribe to updates, we collect your email address for that purpose only.

Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring URL
  • Date and time of visit

This is collected via standard server logs and, if enabled, analytics tools such as [Google Analytics].

Cookies

The Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate correctly and to understand how visitors use the Site. Cookies may be used for:

  • Essential site functionality
  • Remembering preferences
  • Analytics (e.g., [Google Analytics])
  • Advertising (see Section 5, if applicable)

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how parts of the Site function.

3. How we use information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
  • Respond to comments, questions, and requests
  • Monitor and analyze site usage and trends
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, spam, or abuse
  • Send newsletter or update emails, if you've opted in
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Third-party services

The Site may use third-party services that collect information independently, including:

  • Hosting: Bluehost
  • Content management: WordPress
  • Analytics: Google Analytics
  • Advertising: Google AdSense / Ezoic / Mediavine
  • Affiliate links: Some posts may contain affiliate links (e.g., to Amazon or retailers). If you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. [Include if applicable — see FTC affiliate disclosure note below.]
  • Embedded content: Articles may include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, X/Twitter posts, Reddit threads). Embedded content from other sites behaves as if you visited that site directly, and that site may collect data about you, use cookies, and track your interaction with the embedded content.

We do not control these third parties' privacy practices. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

5. Advertising

[If the Site runs ads:] We may work with third-party advertising partners who use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising through the Digital Advertising Alliance or your browser/device settings.

6. Data retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely so we can recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically, unless you request deletion.

7. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

EU/UK visitors (GDPR): You have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation. To exercise them, contact us at directxbox[at]gmail.com.

California visitors (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information (we do not sell personal information). To exercise these rights, contact us at directxbox[at]gmail.com.

8. Children's privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Data security

We take reasonable measures to protect information collected through the Site, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: directxbox[at]gmail.com
Website: https://directxbox.com

This policy is a general template and does not constitute legal advice. Consider having it reviewed by a lawyer, especially once the Site has meaningful traffic, runs ads, or collects user data at scale.