Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2 October 2026

Overview

This policy explains what information thechicago7.com (“this site”, “we”) collects and how it is used. The site does not have user accounts and does not sell personal information.

Information you send us

If you use the contact form or a newsletter sign-up box, we receive the name, email address and message you enter. These submissions are processed by a third-party form and email service so that they can be delivered to the site's editors. We use them only to reply to you or, if you signed up, to send occasional updates, which you can unsubscribe from at any time.

Server logs

Like most websites, our web server automatically records technical data such as IP address, browser type, the page requested and the time of the request. Logs are used for security and to keep the site running and are not used to identify individual visitors.

Advertising and cookies

This site shows ads served by Google AdSense. Google and its partners may use cookies or similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ads Settings or learn more at Google's advertising policies. The site also stores a small value in your browser to remember that you dismissed the cookie notice.

Third-party links

Articles may link to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Children

The site is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes and contact

We may update this policy; the date above will change when we do. Questions can be sent through the contact page.