At BeforeItsNews, we take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our platform. Please take a moment to review this policy to understand how your data is handled and your rights as a user.
Information We Collect
When you use BeforeItsNews, we collect information to provide a better experience and improve our platform. The information we gather can include:
- Personal Information: When you sign up for an account, you may provide personal details such as your name, email address, and other information necessary for registration and account management.
- Content Contributions: Any articles, comments, or media that you submit to the platform, including text, photos, or videos, are stored and may be publicly visible depending on the settings you choose.
- Usage Data: We may collect information on how you interact with the site, including pages visited, links clicked, time spent on the platform, and other activity data. This helps us understand user behavior and improve site functionality.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Like many websites, BeforeItsNews uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and gather data on site usage. Cookies help us analyze trends and personalize content for you. You can adjust your browser settings to block or manage cookies, but doing so may affect your user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in a variety of ways to enhance your experience on our platform, including:
- To Provide Services: We use your personal information primarily to enable you to register, post content, and participate in discussions. We may also send you updates or notifications related to your account or the content you’ve contributed.
- To Improve Our Platform: Usage data and feedback help us analyze how our users interact with the site, allowing us to improve functionality, features, and user experience.
- To Communicate with You: We may use your email address to send you important information, updates, or newsletters related to BeforeItsNews. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
- To Ensure Safety and Compliance: We may use your information to enforce our community guidelines, prevent fraudulent activities, or comply with legal obligations.
Sharing Your Information
Before It’s, News does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your data in certain situations, including:
- With Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the site and providing services, such as hosting and technical support. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BeforeItsNews, our users, or the public.
- In the Event of a Sale or Merger: If BeforeItsNews undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that process. You will be notified of any such changes, and your data will be treated according to the privacy policy in effect at the time.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to control how your information is collected and used:
- Access and Update Your Information: You can access, update, or delete your personal information by logging into your account. If you want to delete your account, please get in touch with us, and we will assist you.
- Cookies and Tracking: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. While you can choose to block cookies, this may impact your ability to use some site features.
- Opt-Out of Communications: If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails or newsletters, you can opt out by following the unsubscribe instructions included in each email.
Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement various measures to protect it, including encryption and secure storage practices. However, please understand that no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
Children’s Privacy
BeforeItsNews is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, please get in touch with us immediately, and we will take steps to delete the information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and revise the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
