📋 Overview
At Aevum News, we believe that informed readers deserve full transparency about how their personal data is collected, used, and protected. This page serves as your central hub for understanding and exercising your rights under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant regulations.
Quick Note: This page is designed to give you direct, actionable control over your data. You can make changes here immediately, or submit a formal request using our form further below.
⚖️ Your Rights
You have a range of rights regarding your personal data. Below is a summary of each right and how you can exercise it with Aevum News.
Right of Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you, including the purposes of processing and categories of data.
Learn more →Right to Rectification
If your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to have it corrected or updated promptly.
Submit correction →Right to Erasure
Also known as the "right to be forgotten." Request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
Request deletion →Right to Restrict Processing
Request that we limit the way we process your data, for example while a dispute about accuracy is resolved.
Submit request →Right to Data Portability
Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and transfer it to another service.
Export data →Right to Object
Object to processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
Manage preferences →Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making
Request human intervention when decisions affecting you are made solely by automated means, including profiling.
Submit request →Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw previously given consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.
Withdraw consent →✅ Consent & Preference Controls
Manage your communication preferences and data processing consents below. Changes take effect immediately.
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📂 Data Access & Transparency
Under GDPR Article 15 and similar regulations, you have the right to request a copy of all personal data Aevum News holds about you. Here's a summary of the types of data we may collect and store:
Account Information
Name, email address, account creation date, subscription tier, and profile settings.
Reading Activity
Articles viewed, time spent reading, search queries, and bookmarked content.
Payment Information
Transaction history, billing address, and payment method tokens (processed securely by our payment providers).
Device & Usage Data
IP address, browser type, device information, approximate location, and access timestamps.
How to request your data: Submit a request via the form below, or email our Data Protection Officer at dpo@aevumnews.com. We will respond within 30 days with a comprehensive data export in JSON or CSV format.
🗑️ Data Deletion
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances. Please note that we may retain some data where we have a legal obligation to do so, such as for tax and accounting purposes.
⚠ Important: Deleting your data is irreversible. This action will remove your account, reading history, saved preferences, and all associated personal data. You will no longer receive newsletters or push notifications.
Data Retention Overview
Account Data
Deleted immediately upon request
Reading History & Preferences
Deleted immediately upon request
Analytics Data
Anonymized after 26 months (cannot be attributed back to you)
Payment Records
Retained for 7 years per legal requirement
Comments & Contributions
Deleted upon request; public record may remain anonymized
📦 Data Portability
Under GDPR Article 20, you have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. Aevum News supports the following export formats:
JSON Format
Complete structured data dump including all account data, reading history, and preferences. Best for developers and automated transfers.
CSV Format
Tabular data export suitable for spreadsheet applications. Includes article reading logs and subscription details.
What's included in your export: Account details, email preferences, reading history (articles, timestamps, duration), bookmarked articles, subscription history, and device associations. The export is generated securely and delivered via a time-limited download link.
📝 Submit a Data Request
Use the form below to formally submit a request regarding your personal data. We are committed to responding within 30 calendar days.
Data Subject Request Form
Please fill out the details below. We may need additional verification to process your request.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take to process my request?
We aim to respond to all requests within 30 calendar days. For complex requests, this may be extended by up to 60 additional days, in which case we will notify you of the extension and the reason for it within the initial 30-day period.
Will I need to verify my identity?
Yes. To protect your data, we may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests. This typically involves confirming the email address associated with your account. For account deletion requests, we may require additional verification steps.
Can I withdraw my consent at any time?
Absolutely. You can withdraw consent at any time using the toggle switches in the Consent Controls section above, or by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any Aevum News email. Withdrawal is immediate and free of charge.
Is there a fee for submitting a data request?
No. All data subject requests are provided free of charge. We may only charge a reasonable fee if a request is manifestly unfounded or excessive, particularly if it is repetitive. In such cases, we will inform you in advance.
What happens to my data if I delete my account?
Upon account deletion, your personal data (account info, reading history, preferences) is permanently removed from our active systems within 30 days. Some data may be retained in anonymized form for analytics, and payment records may be kept longer to comply with legal and tax obligations.
Can I appeal if my request is denied?
Yes. If we cannot fulfill your request for any reason, we will provide a clear explanation. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. For EU residents, this may be the supervisory authority in your member state.
📬 Contact Our Data Protection Officer
If you have questions about your rights, our data practices, or need assistance with a request, our Data Protection Officer (DPO) and privacy team are here to help.
Phone
Postal Address
Aevum News DPO
742 Journalism Avenue
New York, NY 10001
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External Supervisory Authority: If you are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. For EU residents, this would be the data protection authority in your country of residence. For California residents, contact the California Privacy Protection Agency.