FreeFiltering Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 16, 2026

FreeFiltering LLC (“FreeFiltering,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our websites, products, and services (collectively, the “Services”), including https://www.freefiltering.org.

By using the Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • First and last name

  • Email address

  • Mobile phone number

  • Account credentials (stored securely)

  • Communications you send to us (e.g., support requests)

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Services, we may automatically collect:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address

  • Device and browser information

  • Usage data and timestamps

  • Approximate location derived from IP address

  • DNS requests and related technical data required to provide DNS filtering services

DNS request data is core to how our Services function and is processed to deliver filtering, security, and troubleshooting.


2. How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Services

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Deliver DNS filtering and related functionality

  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

  • Send service-related notices and updates

  • Send marketing and promotional communications where consent has been provided

  • Protect the security and integrity of the Services

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms


3. Text Messaging (SMS/MMS)

If you opt in by checking the applicable box on our registration page or in your account settings, and provide your mobile phone number, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated SMS/MMS messages from FreeFiltering LLC (FreeFiltering.org).

Account & Safety Alerts (optional): If you opt in, we may text you important account and safety alerts (e.g., service status, security notices, filtering changes, and support updates). Message frequency varies.

Sponsored Premium Membership Alerts & Promotions (optional): If you opt in, we may text you notifications when Patron-sponsored Premium spots become available and occasional offers & updates (up to 12 messages per month).

Message & data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Reply STOP to cancel (you may receive a final confirmation message). Reply HELP for help or visit https://freefiltering.org/contact. Consent to receive marketing texts is not a condition of purchasing any paid services.

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes. We may share your mobile number only with service providers who help us deliver messages on our behalf, solely for that purpose.


4. How We Share Information

We may share information:

  • With trusted service providers who help us operate the Services (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing, SMS delivery), under contractual confidentiality obligations

  • To comply with law, legal process, or government requests

  • To protect our rights, users, or the public

  • In connection with a business transfer such as a merger or acquisition

We do not sell personal information.


5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to support functionality, analytics, and security. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.


7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.


8. Children’s Privacy

The Services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.


9. Your Choices

  • SMS: Reply STOP to opt out; HELP for assistance

  • Account information: You may update or delete your account through the Services or by contacting us

  • Privacy requests: Submit requests via https://freefiltering.org/contact


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.


11. Contact Us

Questions or concerns may be submitted at:
https://freefiltering.org/contact

Mailing address:
FreeFiltering LLC
180 Valley St, #22
Ball Ground, GA 30107