Welcome to Southwick News, your trusted source for news and information. At Southwick News, we take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you visit our website (www.southwicknewsonline.com) and use our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our website:
- Name: When you register for an account or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your name.
- Email Address: We collect your email address to send you newsletters and updates if you subscribe.
- User Contributions: If you choose to submit comments, feedback, or other content on our website, we may collect and display this information.
2. Usage Information
We may collect information about how you use our website, including:
- Log Data: We automatically collect log information such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit on our site.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data about your browsing behavior. You can manage your cookie preferences; please refer to our Cookie Policy for details.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Providing Services: To provide you with the services you request, such as sending newsletters or allowing you to comment on articles.
- Improving User Experience: To analyze how users interact with our website, identify trends, and make improvements to enhance your experience.
- Communication: To communicate with you, including responding to your inquiries, providing updates, and sending newsletters if you subscribe.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use your data for specified purposes.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders or legal processes.
Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you provide to us.
Your Choices
- Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- Email Subscriptions: You can opt out of receiving our newsletters and promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the emails.
Accessing and Updating Your Information
You can review and update your personal information by contacting us at editor@southwicknewsonline.com.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact us via email at: editor@southwicknewsonline.com
Thank you for trusting Southwick News with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with reliable news and information.
