Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

American Research ("we", "us", or "our") operates this compliance gateway as a verification step before entry to our research-use-only store. This policy explains what information we collect on this gateway and how it is handled.

Information We Collect

Basic technical data (IP address, browser, device, referring page).
Age and intent confirmation when you click to enter the store.
Anonymous analytics about page views and clicks.

How We Use Information

To verify age and research-use-only intent before store access.
To detect abuse, bots, and fraudulent traffic.
To improve the gateway experience and our compliance posture.

Cookies

We use a small number of cookies for security, fraud prevention, and anonymous analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser, but parts of the gateway may not function correctly.

Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We share limited technical data only with service providers (hosting, analytics, fraud prevention) acting on our behalf, or when required by law.

Third-Party Store

Once you click to enter the store, you leave this gateway and are subject to the privacy policy of the destination site. Their data practices are independent of this policy.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. Contact us using the details below to make a request.

Children

This site is restricted to adults 21 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

Contact

Questions about this policy: support@americanresearch.com