Introduction
YourCityWire (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our readers and users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website (www.yourcitywire.com). By accessing our site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes any information you voluntarily provide to us when you interact with our website. It may include your name, email address, contact details, and any other information you choose to provide when subscribing to newsletters, contacting us through our forms, or participating in promotions or surveys.
- Non-Personal Information: This includes data that does not identify you personally but helps us improve your experience on our website. It may include your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and other data collected through cookies, analytics, or other tracking technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used in the following ways:
- To provide and maintain our services.
- To improve the functionality and content of our website.
- To send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (only if you have subscribed to receive them).
- To respond to your inquiries, comments, or customer support requests.
- To analyze user behavior and website traffic to enhance user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or protect against misuse of our services.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Analyze trends, administer the website, and track users’ movements.
- Personalize and enhance your user experience.
- Save your preferences for future visits.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information when required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.
5. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement a variety of security measures, including encryption, firewalls, and secure servers, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your data.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices or content. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit through our platform.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete such information from our records.
8. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You have the right to access and update the personal information we hold about you. If you believe that any of the information is inaccurate or incomplete, please contact us.
- Opt-Out: You may choose to opt-out of receiving newsletters, promotional emails, or any other communications from us by following the unsubscribe link in our emails.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us. We will take reasonable steps to delete your information unless required by law to retain it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “last updated” date will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates or changes.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
YourCityWire
Email: [email protected]