Last updated: October 29, 2025
Who we are
MidcoastFood.ME is operated by community volunteers from Midcoast Solidarity, a grassroots network supporting food security and mutual aid in Maine.
Contact: info@sunshinehouse.xyz
What we collect
We keep data collection to the absolute minimum.
Automatically (anonymous)
- Which pages are visited most often
- General location (city or region, not precise GPS)
- Device type and browser
- Approximate time spent on the site
This data is anonymized and cannot identify you personally. We do not collect personal names, IP addresses, or any identifying metadata.
Voluntarily submitted
If you submit a new resource, correction, or feedback through a form, we collect only what you provide, for verification purposes. We do not sell, rent, or share this information with third parties.
Cookies & analytics
MidcoastFood.ME uses privacy-respecting analytics, including Google Analytics, to understand which pages are most useful. We never sell this data or use it to identify you.
You can turn analytics off for this browser at any time — your choice is remembered locally and no data is sent while it's off.
Data storage
The site is hosted on infrastructure that provides secure, encrypted (HTTPS) hosting. Anonymized request logs may be temporarily stored for performance and security purposes.
Links to other sites
Listings link to external websites operated by the resource owners. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
Children's privacy
MidcoastFood.ME is an informational resource for all ages and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Your rights
You can:
- Request a copy of any data you've submitted
- Request deletion of any data you've submitted
- Opt out of analytics tracking
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy as the project evolves. Material changes will be reflected in the “last updated” date above.
Our philosophy
We believe privacy is part of food security. People should be able to find help without being tracked, profiled, or surveilled.