Introduction
Aevum 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, use our mobile applications, or interact with our services (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Services.
At Aevum News, we believe transparency is the foundation of trust. We will never sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is used solely to improve your experience and deliver accurate, timely journalism.
This policy covers our treatment of personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”) and non-personally identifiable information (“Non-Personal Data”) collected through our Services, and explains your rights regarding such data.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Services, categorized as follows:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
You may provide the following information when you interact with our Services:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you create an account or subscribe to our services.
- Subscription Details: Payment and billing information, including credit card details, when you purchase a premium subscription.
- Content Contributions: Comments, letters to the editor, opinions, and other content you submit through our platform.
- Communications: Messages you send to us through contact forms, customer support, or other communication channels.
- Survey Responses: Information you voluntarily provide in response to polls, surveys, or feedback forms.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you access our Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:
| Data Type | Description | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| IP Address | Your device's network identifier | Security, geolocation, analytics |
| Device Information | Browser type, OS, device model | Service optimization |
| browsing Data | Pages visited, articles read, time spent | Personalization, analytics |
| Referrer URLs | Source website or search engine | Traffic analysis |
| Geographic Location | Approximate city/region based on IP | Content localization |
| Cookie Data | Session and preference identifiers | Functionality, preferences |
Some features of our Services may not function properly if you disable cookies or reject tracking technologies. You can manage your preferences through your browser settings or our Cookie Preference Center.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To provide, operate, and maintain our news platform, including account management, content delivery, and subscription services.
- Personalization: To tailor content recommendations, article suggestions, and news alerts based on your reading preferences and behavior.
- Communication: To send you newsletter updates, subscription confirmations, security alerts, and customer support responses.
- Analytics & Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, monitor Service performance, and improve our content, design, and functionality.
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraudulent activity, or security threats.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and enforce our terms of service.
- Advertising: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad campaign effectiveness (with your consent where required).
Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell your Personal Data. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third-party companies to perform functions on our behalf, including:
- Hosting and cloud infrastructure providers
- Email delivery and newsletter platforms
- Analytics and data analysis services
- Payment processing and billing services
- Content delivery networks (CDNs)
- Customer support and communication tools
These service providers are contractually obligated to use your data only for the services they perform and are prohibited from using it for any other purpose.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order or subpoena). We will make reasonable efforts to notify you of such requests where legally permitted.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your Personal Data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via prominent notice on our website of any such change in ownership or use of your data.
All third-party service providers are subject to strict data processing agreements that comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection regulations. We conduct regular reviews of our vendors' security practices.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your Personal Data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
- Encryption: All data in transit is encrypted using TLS 1.3 protocol. Data at rest is encrypted using AES-256 encryption.
- Access Controls: Strict role-based access controls limit employee access to Personal Data on a need-to-know basis.
- Infrastructure Security: Our servers are protected by firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular penetration testing.
- Data Minimization: We collect and retain only the data necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
- Regular Audits: We conduct periodic security audits and vulnerability assessments by independent third parties.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will promptly notify you of any confirmed data breach as required by applicable law.
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your Personal Data:
Request a copy of the Personal Data we hold about you.
Correct inaccurate or incomplete Personal Data.
Request deletion of your Personal Data under certain conditions.
Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@aevumnews.com. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request to protect your account security.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our Services use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Here's what we use:
7.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of our Services and cannot be disabled. They include session cookies for authentication, security cookies, and load-balancing cookies.
7.2 Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand how visitors interact with our Services. These help us improve our content and user experience. Data is anonymized and aggregated.
7.3 Preference Cookies
These remember your settings and preferences, such as article font size, dark mode preference, and content category selections.
7.4 Advertising Cookies
We work with advertising partners who may place cookies to deliver relevant ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising through:
- Google Ads Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through the Cookie Settings link in our website footer or our Cookie Preference Center. Disabling non-essential cookies may affect certain features.
Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 16. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected Personal Data from a child under 16, we will take immediate steps to delete such information and notify the parent or guardian.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us at privacy@aevumnews.com and we will promptly remove the information from our systems.
International Data Transfers
Aevum News operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction.
For transfers from the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we rely on the following legal mechanisms:
- European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for all international data transfers.
- Adequacy Decisions where applicable.
- Binding Corporate Rules for intra-group transfers.
We ensure that all data recipients provide adequate protection for your Personal Data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.
- Provide prominent notice on our website and through our mobile applications.
- Notify subscribers via email when changes are significant.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly. Your continued use of our Services after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Aevum News — Data Protection Office
Email: privacy@aevumnews.com
Phone: +1 (555) 234-5678
Mailing Address:
Aevum News Inc.
425 Media Boulevard, Suite 800
New York, NY 10013, United States
EU Representative: eu-privacy@aevumnews.com
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy inquiry, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. For EEA residents, this may include the supervisory authority in your member state of residence, work, or the location of the alleged infringement.