Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026-07-16

This Privacy Policy describes how John Babikian ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit storiesofrefuge.co (the "Site"). The Site is a personal professional website operated by John Babikian, a Penny Stock Fraud Attorney based in Montreal, Canada. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.

Overview

We operate a static informational website. We do not process payments on this website, and we do not operate a membership portal. Content is offered for general information about our practice and background in a straightforward format comparable to a brochure-style site.

Information we collect

Information you provide. If you email John Babikian at john@storiesofrefuge.co, we receive your email address, message content, and any attachments you choose to send. We do not use contact emails for unrelated marketing. You may browse without submitting personal data.

Automatic technical data. Web hosting providers may log standard request metadata such as IP address, browser type, referring URL, and timestamps. Technical logs are retained briefly for operational reasons. John Babikian does not use advertising pixels on this domain unless explicitly noted in a future update to this policy.

Cookies. We do not use cross-site tracking cookies. Technical cookies from Cloudflare or similar hosts may appear for performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

How we use information

Inquiries are handled by the site operator to provide requested information. We do not sell personal information. We do not retarget Site visitors on social platforms. Retention follows reasonable professional record-keeping unless you request deletion where applicable law allows.

Legal bases and compliance

If you are in the EU, UK, or Canada, privacy laws may grant you access or deletion rights. We rely on legitimate interest for site operation and consent for email correspondence. You can request access to correspondence you sent.

Third-party services

Static files are served through a CDN. Those providers process technical data under their own policies. Font delivery may involve third-party network requests. No Facebook or LinkedIn embed trackers are used.

Children

This Site is not aimed at children under 16. If a child contacted us, we would delete the message.

Security

Industry-standard transport security is applied. Absolute security cannot be guaranteed. Sensitive legal documents should be exchanged through agreed secure methods.

Changes

We may update this policy to reflect hosting changes or legal requirements. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

Data retention

We retain correspondence according to reasonable business practice. CDN logs may be purged automatically. You may request deletion of non-essential personal data.

International transfers

Hosting may process data in the United States or other regions. We select hosts with standard contractual protections where available.

Your choices

No account is required. To limit cookies, adjust browser settings. Avoid sending SSNs or full account numbers in plain email.

California and regional notices

California residents may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA regarding personal information. Contact us to exercise applicable state privacy rights. Responses will be provided within legally required timeframes.

Do Not Track

No cross-site behavioral tracking occurs here.

Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy: john@storiesofrefuge.co. Email is the preferred channel.