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Privacy Policy

Last Update: October 17, 2024

 

Nooz is committed to protecting your privacy.  This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you access our global news media and technology platform, including our website, mobile app, and other services (collectively, "Nooz" or the "Platform").  By using Nooz, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

 

a. Personal Information You Provide

 

We collect personal information that you provide directly when you:

  • Create an account (e.g., name, email address, username, password, and other account details);

  • Submit news reports, articles, comments, or other content;

  • Participate in surveys or promotions;

  • Contact us for support or with inquiries.

 

b. Information We Collect Automatically

 

When you use Nooz, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device Information: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, and other device identifiers;

  • Usage Data: Pages you visit, links you click, the time spent on the Platform, and other interactions with our content;

  • Location Information: We may collect information about your location if you enable location services.

 

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

 

We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on Nooz. These technologies allow us to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings;

  • Understand how you interact with the Platform;

  • Deliver relevant content and ads.

 

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect your experience on Nooz.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

 

Nooz uses the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • To provide and maintain the Platform;

  • To improve and personalize your experience;

  • To process your reports, articles, and other content;

  • To communicate with you, including sending updates, newsletters, or promotional materials;

  • To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve our services;

  • To detect, investigate, and prevent security issues, fraud, and illegal activity;

  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

 

3. How We Share Your Information

 

We may share your information in the following ways:

a. With Your Consent

We may share your personal information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.

 

b. With Service Providers

 

We engage trusted third-party service providers to help us operate the Platform, such as hosting, data storage, analytics, advertising, and customer support. These providers have access to your personal information only as necessary to perform their services and are obligated to maintain its confidentiality.

 

c. For Legal Purposes

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority, or when we believe it is necessary to:

  • Protect the safety, rights, or property of Nooz, our users, or the public;

  • Investigate potential violations of our Terms of Use or other policies.

 

d. In Business Transfers

 

If Nooz is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.  We will notify you before your personal information is subject to a new privacy policy.

 

4. International Data Transfers

 

Nooz operates globally, and your personal information may be transferred to, processed, or stored in countries outside your home jurisdiction, including those that may not have the same data protection laws as your country.  We take measures to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

 

5. Data Retention

 

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.  When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

 

6. Your Rights and Choices

 

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances.

  • Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Objection and Restriction: You can object to or request restrictions on the processing of your personal information.

  • Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent to process your data, you can withdraw it at any time.

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@nooz.world. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

 

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

 

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information is being collected;

  • The right to request the deletion of your personal information;

  • The right to opt out of the sale of personal information;

  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights.

 

Nooz does not sell personal information.  To make a CCPA request, please contact us at info@nooz.world.

 

8. European Union (GDPR) Data Protection Rights

 

If you are located in the European Union, you are entitled to specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to be informed about how your data is processed;

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data;

  • The right to restrict or object to data processing;

  • The right to data portability;

  • The right to withdraw consent at any time.

 

To exercise your GDPR rights, please contact us at info@nooz.world.

 

9. Security

 

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no data transmission over the internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.  While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

10. Children's Privacy

 

Nooz is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13 (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction).  We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

 

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors.  We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Platform and revising the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of Nooz after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

 

12. Contact Us

 

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@nooz.world

  • Address: 21539 Saint Andrews Grand Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33486.

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