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Last Updated: October 7, 2026

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Welcome to The Story and Art of the Crooked Knife (the "Site"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding your data.

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1. Information We Collect

Because this site functions as an educational and scholarly archive without commercial transactions or user accounts, we collect minimal information:

• Direct Inquiries: When you submit a message through our Contact form, we collect your name, email address, and any details you provide in your inquiry or bibliography submission.

• Automated Analytics: Like most websites, our host platform (Wix) and standard analytics tools automatically collect standard technical data when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type, referring pages, and pages viewed. This data is aggregated and anonymous.

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2. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to your direct questions, research inquiries, or bibliography suggestions.

• To monitor and improve the performance, security, and user experience of the website.

 

3. Cookies and Tracking

We do not use tracking cookies for advertising or marketing profiling. Basic functional or analytical cookies may be utilized by our hosting platform solely to ensure the website functions correctly and to track basic visitor traffic stats.

 

4. Data Sharing and Selling

We do not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties for commercial, marketing, or promotional purposes.

 

5. External Links

Our site includes references, images, and links to external museums, institutions, and scholarly resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

 

6. Children's Privacy

Our Site is an educational and historical resource intended for researchers, students, collectors, and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

 

7. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or website structure. Any updates will be posted directly on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

 

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out via our Contact form.

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