Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 19, 2026
Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
Welcome to mastercore.top (the “Website”), a blog dedicated to publishing articles about Computer Vision. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our blog. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use the Website.
This policy covers: contact forms, comments, cookies, analytics, and third-party advertising (including Google AdSense and similar ad networks). We do not operate an online store, and we never ask for payment card details or create user accounts for purchases.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Contact forms: When you use the contact form on mastercore.top, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Comments: When you leave a comment on an article, we collect your name (or pseudonym), email address, and the comment text. Your email address is stored privately and is not publicly displayed. We use this to moderate comments and prevent spam.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking mechanisms to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
- Log data & analytics: Our servers automatically record information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. We use this data for aggregate analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how readers interact with our Computer Vision articles.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
- To respond to messages submitted via contact forms.
- To display and manage comments on blog posts.
- To monitor and analyze usage trends and improve the content of mastercore.top.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
- To serve relevant advertisements (see Section 4).
3. Cookies – Detailed Explanation
Cookies are used on mastercore.top for essential functions, analytics, and advertising. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Below is a breakdown of the cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Required for the basic operation of the blog (e.g., comment session management).
- Analytics cookies: Set by Google Analytics to help us understand which articles are most popular and how users navigate the site. These cookies collect anonymous data.
- Advertising cookies: Set by Google AdSense and other ad networks. These cookies track your visits across websites to build a profile of your interests and show you personalized ads. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and measure ad effectiveness.
By using mastercore.top, you consent to the use of cookies as described. You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the opt-out tools mentioned in Section 4.
4. Third-Party Advertising & Personalized Ads
4.1 Ad Networks
We may display advertisements from third-party ad networks, including Google AdSense and similar providers. These networks use cookies, web beacons, or device identifiers to deliver ads that are relevant to you and your interests.
- How ads use cookies/device identifiers: When you visit mastercore.top, ad networks may place or recognize a unique cookie on your browser. This cookie is used to track your browsing history across different websites and apps, enabling the delivery of personalized ads based on your inferred interests.
- Personalized ads: You may see ads that are tailored to your interests (e.g., Computer Vision tools, academic conferences, or related software). These ads are served using data collected from your previous online activity.
4.2 Opt-Out Options
You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising. Here are the available methods:
- Google Ads Settings: Visit https://adssettings.google.com to manage or disable personalized ads from Google.
- AboutAds.info / YourAdChoices: Visit https://www.aboutads.info/choices (US) or https://www.youronlinechoices.com (EU) to opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple participating networks.
- Browser settings: You can block third-party cookies by adjusting your browser’s privacy settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
- Device identifiers: On mobile devices, you can reset your advertising identifier in the system settings (iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising; Android: Settings > Google > Ads).
Please note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will stop seeing ads; you will still see generic, non-personalized advertisements.
5. Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze anonymous traffic data. Google Analytics uses its own cookies to report on site interactions. This data helps us improve our content. You can learn more about Google’s data practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
- Service providers: We may share data with third-party vendors (e.g., hosting provider, analytics services, ad networks) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority, we may disclose information to comply with legal processes.
- Protection of rights: To protect the safety, rights, or property of mastercore.top, our users, or the public.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
- Contact form submissions: retained for up to 12 months after the last communication.
- Comments: retained indefinitely as part of the blog’s public archive unless you request deletion.
- Analytics and advertising data: retained according to the respective third-party policies (typically 14–26 months).
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR in the EEA, CCPA in California), you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
- Objection / Opt-out: Object to the processing of your data for advertising or analytics purposes.
- Data portability: Request a structured, machine-readable copy of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
9. Third-Party Links
Our blog may contain links to external websites (e.g., research papers, GitHub repositories, or partner sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
mastercore.top is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted data, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
- Website: mastercore.top
- Email: [email protected]
- Postal address