Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2026

This policy explains what information CradleNames (cradlenames.org) collects, why, and the choices you have. The short version: browsing the directory requires no account, and we collect as little as possible.

1. Information We Collect

Browsing data. When you browse or search the public directory, no personal information is required. Your searches are processed to return results and are not linked to your identity.

Contact form. If you send us a message through our contact form, we store the name, email address and message you provide so we can respond to you.

Account data. If you create an admin account, we store your email address and a secure password hash so you can sign in.

2. Cookies

CradleNames uses cookies and similar technologies to keep the site working and to support advertising. You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings; the directory remains fully usable without them.

3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising

CradleNames displays advertising served by Google AdSense and other third-party advertising partners. These partners may set cookies or use similar technologies to deliver and measure ads, including personalized ads where permitted.

Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising in Google Ads Settings, and manage ad partners at aboutads.info.

4. GDPR & CCPA Data Protection Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of personal information we hold about you, and to object to certain processing. California residents may also have the right to know what personal information is collected and to request its deletion.

We do not sell your personal information. Since we collect very little, most requests simply involve deleting a message you sent us or an account. To exercise any right, email us at cradlenames@gmail.com.

5. Data Retention & Sharing

Contact messages are kept only as long as needed to handle your inquiry. We share data only with service providers necessary to run the site — our hosting and database provider, and the advertising partners described above — or if required by law.

6. Contact Info

Questions about this policy? Email cradlenames@gmail.com or use our contact form.