Privacy Policy

Here is the extended content for the privacy policy page:

Introduction

At https://florida-news.newsjive.net, also known as florida-news (‘the Company’ or ‘we’), safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the protection of your data are paramount. As a responsible data controller, we recognize the importance of transparency in our handling of personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, storage, access, and processing of personal data in compliance with various privacy regulations including Canada’s PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, the EU’s GDPR, Brazil’s LGPD, California’s CCPA/CPRA, Colorado’s CPA, Utah’s UCPA, Connecticut’s CTDPA, Virginia’s VCDPA, South Africa’s POPIA, and more. Our commitment to privacy is reflected in our organizational safeguards and security measures designed to protect your personal data.

Scope

This policy applies to all https://florida-news.newsjive.net website, applications, services, and products. It’s essential to note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, products, or services accessed via links on our platform, each governed by their separate privacy policies. When interacting with these external parties, we encourage you to review their respective privacy statements.

Processing Activities

This policy governs interactions when you:

  • Use our applications and services as an authorized user, such as creating an account, accessing features, or engaging in transactions.
  • Visit our websites linked to this Privacy Statement, including exploring content, submitting forms, or participating in surveys.
  • Receive communications from us, including newsletters, emails, calls, or texts/SMS messages related to our products and services.

Personal Data Collection

We collect various types of Personal Data, including:

  • Account Information: username, password, and other account-related data.
  • Payment Information: credit card details, payment methods, and transaction history.
  • Financial Information: income, expenses, and financial statements.
  • Purchase Information: product orders, order history, and purchase patterns.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: device information, operating system, and network connection details.
  • Location Data: geographic location, IP address, and browsing history.
  • Feedback: comments, ratings, and reviews submitted through our platforms.
  • Social Media Information: profiles, posts, and interactions from social media channels linked to your account.
  • Product Information: product searches, views, and purchases.

We collect this data through user input, interactions, and automated technologies. Additionally, third parties may provide us with Personal Data, subject to their respective privacy policies. In these instances, we ensure that the provided data is processed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Cookies

We utilize cookies for improved user experience and analytics. Cookies fall into categories such as:

  • Strictly Necessary: essential cookies required for website functionality.
  • Preference: cookies storing user preferences, such as language or font size.
  • Analytics: cookies used to track visitor behavior, gather insights, and enhance our services.

Users can control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, which allows you to opt-in or opt-out of specific cookie types.

Retention and Deletion

We retain Personal Data as required by law and for the purposes collected. Upon fulfilling these purposes, we delete or anonymize the data in accordance with applicable regulations. Our retention period is designed to strike a balance between data protection and business needs.

Security Measures

We employ organizational safeguards and security measures to protect your Personal Data, including:

  • Encrypted communication protocols to secure data transfers.
  • Secure third-party processing services for sensitive data handling.
  • Regular software updates, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to ensure system security.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 18 years of age. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

Your Rights

Depending on your geographical location, you have rights related to:

  • Access: request access to your Personal Data.
  • Rectification: correct or update your Personal Data.
  • Erasure: delete or remove your Personal Data.
  • Restriction: restrict processing of your Personal Data.
  • Portability: receive a copy of your Personal Data in a portable format.
  • Objection: object to the processing of your Personal Data.
  • Non-discrimination: not be subject to discrimination for exercising these rights.
  • Filing appeals/complaints: submit complaints or file appeals with relevant authorities.
  • Withdrawing consent: withdraw consent previously given.

To exercise these rights, contact our privacy team through email at [email protected] or written correspondence to the provided address.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Policy, and any changes will be posted on our website. We encourage you to regularly review this Policy for updates and revisions.

Contact Information

For inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or data-related questions, contact us via email at [email protected] or through written correspondence to the provided address.