Last Updated: February 19, 2026
At The Echo Wire (theechowire.com), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our readers. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how it is used, and the steps we take to safeguard it in accordance with United States and international privacy regulations.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate a reliable digital news platform and deliver relevant federal payment updates. Like most news websites, we automatically gather log data such as IP addresses, browser types, referring pages, and timestamps to analyze site performance, monitor security, and prevent fraudulent activity.
We also use cookies and similar technologies to remember user preferences and improve content relevance, such as showing appropriate state or federal tax updates. When readers contact us through our contact form, we collect names and email addresses solely for communication purposes. We never request or store Social Security Numbers, bank details, or sensitive financial information.
Advertising and Third-Party Services
The Echo Wire partners with third-party advertising providers, including Google AdSense, to display ads across our site. These providers may use cookies and web technologies to deliver advertisements based on users’ visits to this and other websites. Google’s advertising cookies allow relevant ad personalization. Readers may manage or opt out of personalized advertising through Google’s Ad Settings platform.
Analytics and Automated Data Use
To improve coverage of IRS updates, Social Security schedules, and federal payment timelines, The Echo Wire uses analytics tools such as Google Analytics. This data helps us understand which topics are most helpful to readers and how content is accessed. All analytics information is anonymized and does not personally identify individual users.
CPRA and GDPR Privacy Rights
In compliance with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), readers have specific rights regarding their personal data. You may request information about what personal data we have collected, ask for deletion of stored personal information such as contact form records, and opt out of any future data sharing related to advertising technologies.
The Echo Wire does not sell personal information. Our website honors Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser signals automatically. Requests regarding privacy rights may be submitted through our contact page.
Children’s Privacy
The Echo Wire is a financial news platform intended for adult readers, including taxpayers, workers, and benefit recipients. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If such data is discovered, it will be promptly removed.
Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption and protected servers to safeguard user information. While we take strong precautions, no method of online data transmission is completely secure. Users acknowledge this inherent risk when using internet services.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect regulatory updates, technology changes, or operational improvements. All revisions will be clearly reflected by an updated date at the top of this page. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.