Introduction
21st News (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website 21stnews.online and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name and email address (when subscribing to newsletters)
- Contact information (when contacting us)
- Comments and feedback
- Survey responses
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referral sources
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our news services
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and customer service requests
- Improve our website and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Comply with legal obligations
- Detect and prevent fraud or security issues
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, including:
- Web hosting services
- Email marketing platforms
- Analytics providers
- Content delivery networks
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:
- Court orders or legal processes
- Government requests
- Protection of our rights and safety
- Investigation of fraud or security issues
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Provide personalized content
- Enable social media features
- Serve relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with external services, including:
- Social media platforms
- Advertising networks
- Analytics services
- Payment processors
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure hosting environments
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal data
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable laws.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Newsletter and Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, you can unsubscribe at any time by:
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
- Contacting us directly
- Managing your preferences in your account settings
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending an email notification (if applicable)
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [Your Jurisdiction] without regard to conflict of law principles.
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.