Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7 October 2026. PLAIN. is a non-commercial, radically transparent news platform. Our founding principle is simple: We do not track, collect, monetize, or sell personal user data.
1. Data Controller
Platform: PLAIN. (plain-news.ch)
Publisher & Founder: Simon Eggert
Location: Switzerland (CH)
Contact: simoneggert16@gmail.com
2. Zero Tracking Cookies & Zero Ad Networks
PLAIN. employs zero tracking pixels, advertising identifiers, Google Analytics, Meta pixels, or third-party behavioral trackers. We do not profile users for commercial targeting.
3. Social Platforms & API Integrations
When interacting with our content on third-party networks (such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube), data processing is governed by the respective platform policies. Automated publishing integrations only utilize developer-authorized API credentials; no personal end-user data is collected or transmitted.
4. Server Logs & Infrastructure
When accessing the website, our infrastructure only retains minimal technical access logs (e.g., anonymized IP addresses for DDoS mitigation) which are automatically purged after 7 days.
5. Your Rights
Under Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (FADP) and GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or request deletion of any personal data. Contact us directly at simoneggert16@gmail.com.