Privacy Policy
Last updated May 12, 2026. The short version: we don't want your data and we've gone out of our way not to collect it.
The TL;DR
LookingBusy is a parody productivity site. There are no accounts, no sign-ups, no payments, no email collection (unless you voluntarily join the newsletter). We use a privacy-friendly analytics tool to count visits in aggregate — no cookies, no IP addresses stored, no advertising profiles built. If you don't want even that, you can disable JavaScript or use a content blocker; the site still works.
Who runs this site
LookingBusy is built by Bob Van Labs as an independent project. For privacy questions, including any rights under the GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA, or similar laws, reach us at [email protected].
What we collect
Analytics: We use Vercel Web Analytics and Vercel Speed Insights to count page views and measure how fast pages load. Neither stores IP addresses, sets tracking cookies, or builds cross-site profiles. We see counts like "423 people visited /modes/breeder this week" — not who you are.
Server logs: Our hosting provider (Vercel) keeps standard server logs for security, abuse prevention, and debugging. These contain IP addresses for a short period and are deleted automatically. See Vercel's privacy policy for retention details.
Cookies: We don't set any tracking cookies. The site uses localStorage to remember your sound and Boss Mode preferences. That data stays on your device and is never sent to us.
Newsletter: If you opt into the newsletter, we collect your email address solely to send you the newsletter. Unsubscribe at any time using the link in every email. We don't share or sell the list.
Email correspondence: If you contact us at the address above, we'll have your email and whatever you wrote. We use it to reply, and that's it.
What we don't do
We don't sell your data. We don't share it with advertisers. We don't fingerprint your browser. We don't use Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or any other ad-tech tracker. We don't buy email lists.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or port any personal data we hold about you, to object to processing, or to withdraw consent. Since we don't collect personal data through the site (beyond a voluntary newsletter subscription), there's usually nothing to access or delete — but if you're on the newsletter or you've emailed us, just reply and ask. We'll handle it within 30 days.
EU/EEA visitors: you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority. UK visitors: that's the ICO. California residents: you have additional rights under CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know what we collect and the right to opt out of any sale or sharing of personal information (we don't do either).
Children
LookingBusy is satire about adult professional life. It's not aimed at children under 13 (or 16 in the EU/EEA), and we don't knowingly collect data from them. If you believe a child has used this site and you have a concern, email us.
Changes to this policy
If we change how the site collects or uses information, we'll update this page and bump the "last updated" date at the top. Material changes will also be announced on the homepage.
Legal basis (for EU/UK folks)
To the extent any processing under this policy involves personal data and the GDPR/UK GDPR applies, our legal basis is legitimate interest for operating the site, preventing abuse, and using privacy-friendly aggregate analytics, and consent for the optional newsletter. We've done the balancing test; the impact on individual rights is minimal because we don't identify individuals through the site.