Privacy
How MilitarySpend handles your data.
Last updated 14 July 2026. MilitarySpend.org ("MilitarySpend", "we", "us") is an independent research publication operated by Roman Kukhalashvili. This policy explains what data we collect when you visit the site, why we collect it, and the choices you have.
Information we collect
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to read the site. We collect (1) technical data automatically sent by your browser (IP address, device and browser type, referring page, pages viewed) through analytics; (2) the email address you voluntarily submit if you sign up for our newsletter; and (3) any information you include when you contact us. Advertising and analytics partners may also collect data as described below.
Advertising & third-party cookies
We use Google AdSense to serve ads. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to MilitarySpend and/or other sites on the internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising at aboutads.info/choices. For more on how Google uses data, see Google's Advertising policies.
Analytics
We use privacy-focused analytics to understand aggregate traffic patterns — which pages are read and how visitors reach the site. This data is used in aggregate to improve our content and is not used to personally identify you.
Newsletter & email
If you subscribe to updates, we use your email address only to send research updates and briefings. We do not sell or rent your email address. Every email includes an unsubscribe link, and you can request removal at any time through the contact page.
Your choices
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings, opt out of personalized ads using the links above, and unsubscribe from email at any time. Disabling cookies will not prevent you from reading the site.
Children's privacy
MilitarySpend is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.
Changes & contact
We may update this policy as the site evolves; material changes will be reflected in the "last updated" date above. Questions about this policy can be sent through the contact page.