This policy explains what information American Catholic News collects, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to americancatholicnews.com.

Information we collect

Information you give us. When you subscribe to our newsletter or write to us, we collect the email address and any name or message you provide.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, our servers and analytics tools record standard technical data such as your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time of your visit. We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site and understand how it is used.

How we use information

We use this information to send you the newsletter you requested, to respond to your messages, to operate and improve the site, to understand which coverage readers find useful, and to protect the site against abuse and fraud.

How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with the service providers who help us run the site and deliver email on our behalf, and only as needed for those purposes, or where required by law.

Your choices

Every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link, and you may opt out at any time. You may also contact us to ask what information we hold about you or to request its deletion. Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies, though some features may not work as well without them.

Children

This site is intended for a general adult audience and is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their information.

Changes

We may update this policy from time to time; material changes will be reflected by the date below.

Contact

Questions about this policy may be sent to editor@americancatholicnews.com.

Last updated June 17, 2026.