05/28/26
This Privacy Policy explains how Butterfly Bureau collects, uses, stores, and protects information obtained through ButterflyBureau.com and related services.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Our Commitment To Privacy
Butterfly Bureau is committed to protecting reader privacy, source safety, and responsible handling of information.
Because this platform covers investigative journalism, public accountability, survivor related reporting, and sensitive research topics, we recognize that privacy and operational security matter deeply to our readers and contributors.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with the site, we may collect:
Information You Voluntarily Provide
This may include:
- email addresses
- contact form submissions
- tip submissions
- newsletter signups
- research submissions
- messages sent through the website
- uploaded files or documents
Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, Butterfly Bureau may automatically collect certain technical data, including:
- IP address
- browser type
- device type
- operating system
- referring websites
- pages visited
- time spent on pages
- general analytics data
This information helps improve site performance, security, and usability.
Cookies And Analytics
Butterfly Bureau may use cookies and analytics tools to:
- understand traffic patterns
- improve user experience
- monitor website functionality
- analyze readership trends
- prevent spam and abuse
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, though some site features may not function properly.
Newsletter And Email Communications
If you subscribe to newsletters or updates, we may use your email address to send:
- investigative updates
- article notifications
- project announcements
- research alerts
- podcast releases
- public interest reporting
Users may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails.
Source Protection And Sensitive Communications
Butterfly Bureau values secure communication practices and source protection.
However:
- no internet transmission is completely secure
- email should not be considered fully encrypted
- metadata may still be exposed through third party services or providers
Users transmitting highly sensitive information should consider using secure communication methods and minimizing personally identifiable information whenever possible.
User Submissions
Materials submitted to Butterfly Bureau may include:
- documents
- screenshots
- public records
- investigative tips
- testimony
- research leads
- multimedia files
Submission of materials does not guarantee:
- confidentiality
- publication
- investigation
- response
- long term storage
Butterfly Bureau reserves editorial discretion regarding all submissions.
Third Party Services And Embedded Content
This website may use or embed third party services including:
- newsletter platforms
- analytics providers
- video hosting services
- podcast platforms
- social media embeds
- payment processors
- external archives
These services may independently collect information according to their own privacy policies.
Butterfly Bureau is not responsible for the privacy practices of third party websites or services.
Data Retention
We may retain submitted information, communications, or research materials for:
- investigative purposes
- archival purposes
- legal compliance
- security monitoring
- editorial review
Information may be deleted, anonymized, archived, or retained at our discretion.
Security Measures
Butterfly Bureau takes reasonable steps to protect stored information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no website or digital storage system can guarantee complete security.
Users share information at their own risk.
Children’s Privacy
Butterfly Bureau is not directed toward children under the age of 13 and does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Legal Requests And Compliance
Butterfly Bureau may disclose information when required by law, legal process, court order, or to protect:
- site security
- legal rights
- user safety
- investigative integrity
International Users
Users accessing this site from outside the United States understand that information may be processed and stored in the United States.
Changes To This Privacy Policy
Butterfly Bureau may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
For privacy related questions or concerns, contact:
Butterfly Bureau
ButterflyBureau.com