1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal personal information to provide a smooth, fast, and enjoyable reading experience for our audience in Wisconsin and beyond:

• Log & Device Data: When you access Appleton Food, standard technical data is collected automatically by web servers (IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and page timestamps).
• Voluntary Submissions: When you contact us at [email protected] or subscribe to local newsletter updates, we store your email address and message history strictly to respond to your inquiry.

2. Cookies & Local Storage

Appleton Food uses browser local storage and essential cookies to enhance user experience:

3. How We Use Collected Information

Information collected on Appleton Food is utilized exclusively for the following purposes:

• To maintain, optimize, and secure website performance and speed across mobile and desktop devices.
• To monitor aggregated site traffic patterns and popular dining guides (e.g., Friday Fish Fry, supper club roundups).
• To respond to direct reader inquiries, editorial feedback, and business updates submitted to [email protected].

4. Third-Party Analytics & Infrastructure

We rely on privacy-focused web infrastructure and content delivery networks (e.g., Cloudflare Pages) to serve high-speed web assets. These services process anonymized network telemetry to prevent automated bot traffic and ensure security compliance.

5. Your Data Rights & Choices

You have full control over your interaction with Appleton Food:

• You may clear your browser cookies and local storage at any time to reset theme preferences.
• You may request the deletion of any email correspondence or newsletter records by emailing our data team.