Welcome to the privacy policy of NEWSROOM Limited (referred to as “Privacy Policy” or “Policy”).
NEWSROOM Limited, along with its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “NEWSROOM,” “we,” or “us”), is engaged in publishing news and current affairs content across various platforms, including websites and mobile applications.
This Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, storage, use, processing, and disclosure of personal data that you have consented to share with us when you access, use, or interact with our Platform.
At NEWSROOM, we prioritize the safeguarding of your personal data and respect for your privacy. To enable your access to and use of the Platform, we need to collect and process certain information about you. This Policy explains how we manage and utilize your personal data.
By interacting with us, providing information, or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read this Policy and consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and/or retention of your personal information as described herein.
This Privacy Policy is designed to complement, not replace, any previous consent you may have provided, and it does not modify any legal rights we may have regarding the collection, use, disclosure, or retention of your personal data.
1. BACKGROUND AND KEY INFORMATION
Applicability: This Policy applies to all individuals accessing the Platform, including end-users. By using the Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described.
Review and Modifications: We regularly update our Privacy Policy and encourage you to review it periodically. Please inform us of any changes to your personal data.
Third-Party Services: The Platform may link to external websites and services. We do not control these Third Party Services and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies when accessing them.
2. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT
We collect various types of personal data that can identify you, including:
Contact Information: Mailing address, geographical location, and email addresses.
Identity and Account Information: Name, username, and similar identifiers.
Marketing and Communication Information: Email address, service request details, feedback, survey responses, and communication preferences.
Technical Data includes your IP address, browser type, internet service provider, operating system, access times, page views, device identification, visit frequency, and other device-related information used to access the Platform.
Usage Data involves your interactions with the Platform, such as activities, taps, clicks, interests, time spent, navigation details, and page views.
We collect and use aggregated data, which may include statistical or demographic information. While this data may be derived from your personal information, it is not considered personal data unless combined with identifiable information, in which case it will be treated as personal data under this Policy.
Refusing to provide personal data required by law or contract may prevent us from fulfilling our obligations, potentially leading to restricted access to the Platform.
3. HOW DO WE GATHER PERSONAL DATA?
We employ various methods to gather personal data from you and about you, including:
(a) Direct Interactions. You provide us with your personal data when you engage with us. This encompasses the personal data you share when you:
1. (i) establish an account with us.
2. (ii) subscribe to our newsletters.
3. (iii) utilize our Platform or participate in other activities related to the Platform.
4. (iv) enter a promotion, user poll, or online surveys.
5. (v) request to receive marketing communications; or
6. (vi) report an issue with the Platform, provide feedback, or reach out to us.
(b) Automated technologies or interactions. Each time you access the Platform, we automatically collect Technical Data regarding your equipment, browsing actions, and usage patterns. This personal data is collected through the use of cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, server logs, and other similar technologies. Additionally, we may obtain Technical Data about you if you visit other websites or applications that utilize our cookies.
(c) Third parties or publicly available sources. We may acquire personal data about you from various third parties, including but not limited to:
• (i) technical data from analytics providers such as advertising networks.
• (ii) our business partners through whom you access and utilize the Platform, including payment providers, social media services, or applications and websites that use our APIs or whose API we utilize, such as Google API services; or
• (iii) personal data about you from our affiliated entities.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA
We will use your personal data only as permitted by law, primarily to provide access to the Platform and fulfill legal obligations. Your data may be used for:
1. Authenticating your identity and creating user accounts.
2. Delivering the Platform.
3. Analyzing trends and personalizing your experience.
4. Enhancing Platform functionality based on your feedback.
5. Improving customer service for your requests and support.
6. Providing and enhancing user features.
7. Sending notifications and updates about the Platform and company news.
8. Promoting and advertising the Platform.
9. Fulfilling legal obligations.
10. Managing and safeguarding our business and the Platform, including troubleshooting and data analysis.
11. Enhancing our business operations.
12. Fulfilling agreements with you.
13. Communicating for business purposes related to the Platform.
14. Enforcing our Terms.
15. Responding to legal requests or claims.
By using our Platform and subscribing to our communications, you consent to us and our affiliates contacting you via email, phone, or other means to provide the Platform and keep you informed.
5. COOKIES
(a) Cookies are small data files transferred to your device by a website or service provider, with your permission. They help recognize your browser and store information for future use.
(b) We use cookies to distinguish you from other users, remember your preferences, monitor ads, and collect aggregate site traffic data, enhancing your user experience. Third-party service providers may assist us in analyzing site visitors, but they cannot use the information for other purposes.
(c) You may encounter third-party cookies on certain pages of the Platform, which we do not control. If you send us personal communications or if others contact us about your activities on the Platform, we may store that information in a dedicated file.
6. DISCLOSURES OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
We may share your personal data with the following third parties for the purposes outlined in Section 4:
Internal third parties: Other entities within the Newsroom corporate family.
External third parties: Trusted partners and service providers for hosting, marketing, and content delivery.
-Analytics providers and advertising networks that enhance our Platform using cookies and other technologies.
– Other registered users on our Platform, with your request or consent, unless legally required otherwise.
– Regulatory authorities as mandated by law.
We require all third parties to secure your personal data and comply with legal standards, restricting their use of your data to our specified purposes.
7. YOUR RIGHTS IN RELATION TO YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Access and Updating: We provide means to access and correct any inaccurate or incomplete information as required by law.
Opting-out of Marketing: We offer options to opt-out of marketing communications via instructions in our emails.
8. TRANSFERS OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
(a) We comply with laws regarding the storage and transfer of personal data. Your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your home country, depending on server locations or service providers.
(b) The transfer of information from Google API services to other applications complies with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including Limited Use requirements at https://developers.google.com/terms/api-services-user-data-policy.
(c) By providing your information, you consent to its transfer, storage, and processing as described.
9. DATA SECURITY
(a) We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access and disclosure, in line with applicable laws.
(b) If you set a password for certain areas of the Platform, you are responsible for its confidentiality. We are not liable for unauthorized use of your information or any actions taken on your account due to compromised passwords. Notify us immediately if your password is compromised.
10. DATA RETENTION
(a) We will retain your personal data as long as necessary for our purposes and for a reasonable time after your account is terminated to fulfill legal obligations.
(b) We may aggregate your personal data so it can no longer be linked to you for research or statistical purposes, and use this information indefinitely without further notice.
11. BUSINESS TRANSITIONS
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be included in the transferred assets.
12. USER GENERATED INFORMATION
(a) We encourage Users to provide feedback and report issues on the Platform, but such submissions may be visible to others.
(b) We are not liable for any misuse of User Information that violates this Policy or laws. You agree to comply with all applicable laws regarding content you share on our Platform and accept responsibility for any legal infringements.
13. POLICY UPDATES
(a) This Policy may be updated periodically. Revised policies will be posted on the Platform or communicated via email. Continued use of the Platform after such notifications indicates your acceptance of the updates.
(b) We recommend regularly reviewing this Policy to stay informed about our privacy practices.
14. GRIEVANCE OFFICER
For inquiries about this Policy or your personal data, please contact us at feedback@NEWSROOM.com. You can also reach our grievance officer using the contact information below.
