We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices, including what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: When you interact with inBCN News, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, contact information, and any other details you voluntarily provide when signing up, subscribing, or interacting with our content.
• Non-Personal Information: We also collect non-personal information, which includes data about your device, IP address, browser type, location data, and browsing behavior on our website. This information helps us understand how our site is used and improve our services.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our website uses cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide targeted content. You can manage your cookie preferences or disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To Provide Services: We use your information to operate our website, deliver relevant news, and offer personalized content tailored to your preferences.
• To Improve User Experience: Non-personal data helps us understand website performance, user preferences, and visitor interactions, allowing us to improve our platform and content.
• Marketing and Communications: With your consent, we may use your contact information to send newsletters, updates, and promotions. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time.
• Legal and Security Purposes: We may process your information to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, and enhance site security.

3. Sharing of Information

• Third-Party Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party providers who assist us with website operation, analytics, payment processing, and email services. These providers are obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for specified purposes.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect our rights and safety or the rights and safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. You will be notified if there are any changes to data handling.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• Types of Cookies: inBCN News uses both session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (stored on your device until deleted).
• Purpose of Cookies: Cookies help us analyze user interactions, deliver personalized content, and improve website functionality. For example, cookies allow us to remember your preferences and provide relevant articles.
• Managing Cookies: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of certain features on our site.

5. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and Correction: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to any legal or contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing communications at any time by following the instructions included in the communication.
• Cookie Preferences: You can control cookies and tracking preferences through your browser or device settings.

6. Data Security

• Safeguarding Your Information: inBCN News implements reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We regularly review and enhance our security protocols to address evolving risks.
• Data Retention: We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
• Limitations of Security: While we strive to protect your personal data, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and users share information at their own risk.

7. Children’s Privacy

• Age Restrictions: inBCN News is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.
• Parental Consent: For any children’s data collected unintentionally, we rely on parents or guardians to contact us for removal or deletion of any such information.

8. Third-Party Links

• External Websites: Our website may contain links to third-party websites, plugins, or services. inBCN News is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of these sites before providing any personal information.
• Affiliated Content: Third-party content on our site is subject to the privacy policy of the respective service provider. We advise users to exercise caution when interacting with such content.

9. Policy Updates and Changes

• Review and Changes: inBCN News may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
• Effective Date: The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated. Your continued use of our services after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact us at: Email: [email protected]

Your privacy is important to us, and we appreciate your trust in inBCN News. Thank you for helping us create a safe and secure environment for news and information.