Effective date: October 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Who Killed Jenny Stone? (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit www.whokilledjennystone.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.
Who we are
Who Killed Jenny Stone? is an independent archive and research project about the unsolved 1992 murder of Jennifer Lynn Stone in Athens, Georgia. The Site publishes a case overview, a newspaper article archive, and related media, and invites the public to share information through a contact form.
Information we collect
Information you give us
When you submit the contact form, we collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- The subject you choose (for example, “Tip or relevant information” or “General inquiry”)
- The content of your message, including anything you choose to include in it
Please only share what you are comfortable with us knowing. Do not include sensitive personal information (such as financial, medical, or government ID details) unless it is directly relevant to what you are telling us.
Information collected automatically
- Form details. When you submit the form, the page you submitted it from and the page that referred you to it are recorded along with your message.
- Server logs. Like most websites, our web host automatically keeps standard server logs, which may include your IP address, browser type, device information, pages requested, referring page, and the date and time of your visit. These logs are used for security, troubleshooting, and keeping the Site running.
- Search. If you use the Site’s search box, your search terms are processed to return results.
Cookies and analytics
We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics on the Site, and we do not build profiles of visitors. Our website software (WordPress) may set strictly necessary cookies for site administrators who log in; ordinary visitors do not need cookies to read the Site or submit the contact form.
How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Read and respond to your message
- Review tips and information related to the Jennifer Lynn Stone case
- Improve the accuracy and completeness of the archive
- Protect the Site against spam, abuse, and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information, and we do not use it for advertising.
How we share your information
We share personal information only in these limited situations:
- Service providers. Companies that help us run the Site, such as our web host and email provider, may process information on our behalf. They are allowed to use it only to provide those services.
- Law enforcement. If you send us information that may be relevant to the investigation, we may pass it along to the appropriate law enforcement agency. If you would prefer to speak with investigators directly, you can contact the Athens-Clarke County Police Department (706-613-3330), the ACCPD Cold Case Unit (706-705-4775), or the GBI Region 11 Athens Office (706-552-2309).
- Legal requirements. We may disclose information if required to do so by law, subpoena, or court order, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights or safety of others.
We will not publish your name, email address, or message on the Site without your permission.
How long we keep information
We keep contact form submissions for as long as they are useful to our research and to the case, or until you ask us to delete them, unless we are required to keep them longer by law. Server logs are kept by our host for a limited period according to its standard practices.
How we protect information
The Site is served over an encrypted (HTTPS) connection, and we take reasonable steps to protect the information we receive. However, no website, email system, or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-party links and content
The Site links to outside websites, including news sources, law enforcement agencies, and other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies. Some pages may load small standard resources (such as emoji images) provided by WordPress.org.
Your choices and rights
You may contact us at any time to:
- Ask what personal information we have about you
- Ask us to correct or delete your information
- Withdraw permission for us to use information you previously sent
Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights under local privacy laws. We will respond to reasonable requests within a reasonable time. We may need to confirm your identity before acting on a request.
Children’s privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the effective date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after a change means you accept the updated policy.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please reach out through our contact form.