Privacy Policy

Distant Modern Bend LLC (“we”, “our”, or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website https://distantmodernbend.com.

1. Who We Are

Our company: Distant Modern Bend LLC
Address: 999 Oakmont Plaza Drive, Suite 600, Westmont, IL 60559
Email: office@distantmodernbend.com
Phone: (773) 919-4973


2. Data Collection

We collect information:

  • When visitors leave comments (including IP address and browser agent);

  • Through cookies when you interact with our website;

  • From media uploads (avoid uploading files with location data);

  • If you register an account (user data is stored in the profile).


3. Use of Data

Your data may be used:

  • To manage comments and website functionality;

  • To improve our website performance;

  • To prevent spam and abuse through automated systems.


4. Cookies

Cookies help us personalize your experience. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Our site uses:

  • Login and session cookies;

  • Comment form cookies;

  • Temporary cookies for browser compatibility.


5. Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded media (e.g. YouTube videos). These behave as if the visitor had visited the external site directly and may collect additional data.


6. Data Retention

Comments and user profiles are retained indefinitely unless deleted. Registered users can request to access, modify, or delete their personal data.


7. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. Your information may be shared with third-party services solely for purposes like spam filtering or analytics.


8. Your Rights

If you have an account or left comments, you can request:

  • A copy of your personal data;

  • That we erase your data (except where we are legally required to retain it).


9. Where Data Is Sent

Comment data may be scanned through an automated spam detection system.