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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 2026

Cartoon Vault (“we”, “our”, or “the site”) is an informational website that curates classic public‑domain cartoons and provides metadata, thumbnails, and links to legally available sources such as the Internet Archive. We do not host or store video files on our servers.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as when you contact us by email. This may include your name, email address, and any message you send. We do not require account creation or user registration.

B. Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, we automatically collect basic technical data, including IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. This information is used for analytics, site performance, and security.

C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for basic site functionality, analytics, and advertising (Google AdSense). Google may use cookies such as the DoubleClick cookie to serve personalized or non‑personalized ads. Users can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s ad settings.

2. Third‑Party Services

A. Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google may collect device information, browsing behavior, and ad interaction data to show relevant ads and measure performance.

B. Internet Archive

Cartoon Vault embeds or links to videos hosted on the Internet Archive. We do not control their data collection practices. Please review their privacy policy for more information.

C. Affiliate Programs

We participate in affiliate programs such as Amazon Associates and the eBay Partner Network. Clicking an affiliate link may allow the retailer to track that you came from our site. This does not affect your purchase price.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to improve site performance, analyze traffic patterns, display ads, respond to messages, and prevent abuse or fraud. We do not sell or rent your personal information.

4. Children’s Privacy

Cartoon Vault is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable technical measures to protect your information. However, no online service can guarantee complete security.

6. Your Choices

A. Opt Out of Personalized Ads

You can opt out of personalized Google ads by visiting Google’s ad settings page.

B. Browser Controls

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. External Links

Cartoon Vault contains links to third‑party sites (e.g., Internet Archive, Amazon, eBay). We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Email: support@cartoon-vault.com