Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 28, 2026

Overview

Patina is an independent editorial platform dedicated to exploring the relationship between timepieces and the people who wear them. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have as a reader and subscriber.

We believe in transparency without complexity. This policy is written to be read, not avoided.

What Information We Collect

Information you provide directly: When you subscribe to Patina, we collect your email address. That is the only information we ask for. We do not require your name, location, or any other personal details to subscribe.

If you contact us through our contact page, we collect the information you choose to share in that message, including your name and email address.

Information collected automatically: When you visit patina.press, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools. This may include your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the amount of time you spend on each page. This information is collected in aggregate and is used solely to understand how readers engage with our content.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To send you the Patina newsletter if you have subscribed. You will only receive emails you signed up for. We do not send unsolicited communications.

To understand how our content is being read and to improve the editorial experience for our audience.

To respond to messages you send us through our contact page.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Ever.

Cookies

Patina uses cookies to operate the site and understand reader behavior. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize returning visitors and analyze site traffic.

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. If you do not accept cookies, some portions of the site may not function as intended.

We use Google Analytics to understand how readers engage with Patina. Google Analytics collects data in aggregate and does not identify individual users. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at any time by installing the Google Analytics Opt Out browser extension.

Advertising

Patina may display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google AdSense 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 Ads Settings at adssettings.google.com.

Email Subscriptions

If you subscribe to Patina, your email address is stored securely through Ghost, our publishing platform. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email we send you. Upon unsubscribing your email address will be removed from our list promptly.

Third Party Links

Patina may contain links to third party websites, publications, and resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third party sites you visit.

Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. Patina is hosted on Ghost Pro, which maintains industry standard security practices. However no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete any personal information we hold about you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact page and we will respond promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out through our contact page at patina.press/contact.

Patina is an independent publication. We are not lawyers and this policy does not constitute legal advice. If you have specific legal concerns about your data, we recommend consulting a qualified privacy attorney.