Privacy Policy

MOBILE APPS/WEBSITE

Effective Date: 12-04-2004

At JournosNews.com (“we,” “our,” “us”), your privacy is a top priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with any part of this Privacy Policy, discontinue use of the Website immediately.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

1.1 Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., for newsletters or inquiries).
• Account Details: Login credentials and profile details if you register on our Website.
• Content Submissions: Comments, feedback, or responses you share on our Website.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages viewed.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information about your browsing activities via cookies, web beacons, and other tracking tools.

1.3 Third-Party Sources

• We may collect additional data from public records, marketing partners, or social media platforms if you engage with us via third-party services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your data to:

1. Provide Services: Enable access to the Website and its features.
2. Improve Functionality: Monitor usage patterns to enhance user experience.
3. Marketing and Communication: Send newsletters, promotional content, or important updates.
4. Legal Compliance: Fulfill regulatory requirements, respond to lawful requests, and prevent fraudulent activities.
5. Personalization: Tailor content, ads, and recommendations to your preferences.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device to remember information about your visit to our Website.

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality.
• Performance Cookies: Help analyze how visitors interact with the Website.
• Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements.

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can disable cookies via your browser settings, though some Website features may not function properly.

For more details, visit our Cookie Policy.

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Service Providers

• To third-party vendors who assist us with website hosting, analytics, email marketing, and other services.

4.2 For Legal Compliance

• To comply with laws, regulations, court orders, or enforceable government requests.

4.3 With Advertisers

• Aggregated and anonymized data may be shared with advertisers to display relevant ads.

4.4 In Business Transfers

• If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations. Once the retention period ends, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Security of Your Information

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information, including encryption, firewalls, and secure server configurations. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

7.1 Under GDPR (EU Residents):

• Access: Request a copy of your data.
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“Right to Be Forgotten”).
• Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
• Portability: Transfer your data to another service provider.
• Objection: Opt out of data processing for direct marketing purposes.

7.2 Under CCPA (California Residents):

• Know: Request details about data collection and sharing practices.
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Opt-Out: Decline the sale of your personal data.

7.3 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable laws.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our Website from outside [Your Country], your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country where data protection laws differ from your jurisdiction. By using the Website, you consent to these transfers.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Review the privacy policies of those websites for more information.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]