CoinNewsie (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the website coinnewsie.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we share it, and the choices you have.
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1) Information we collect
1.1 Information you provide to us
We may collect information you choose to provide, such as:
- Your name and email address (for example, if you subscribe to a newsletter, contact us, or leave a comment where available)
- Any content you submit (messages, feedback, comment text)
1.2 Information collected automatically
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
- Device and browser information (browser type, operating system, device identifiers where available)
- Log and usage data (IP address, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, date/time, clicks, time spent)
- Approximate location (derived from IP address)
- Cookie and similar technology data (as described below)
1.3 Information from third parties
We may receive information from third parties that help us operate the Site, such as:
- Analytics providers (to understand traffic and performance)
- Advertising partners (to measure and deliver ads)
- Email delivery providers (if you subscribe)
We do not knowingly buy or sell lists of personal data.
2) Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
- Keep the Site working properly
- Remember preferences (where applicable)
- Measure traffic and improve content
- Support advertising and measure campaign performance (if enabled)
You can control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, our consent banner or cookie preferences tool. Blocking certain cookies may impact Site functionality.
3) How we use your information
We use information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and secure the Site
- Provide content and features you request
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Send newsletters or updates you opt into (you can unsubscribe at any time)
- Analyze usage to improve Site performance and editorial offerings
- Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, security incidents, and violations of our terms
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our rights
4) Legal bases (EEA/UK)
If you are in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we process personal data under these legal bases:
- Consent (e.g., for certain cookies/marketing communications where required)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., Site analytics, security, and improving content), balanced against your rights
- Contractual necessity (e.g., to provide a service you request)
- Legal obligation (e.g., compliance with law enforcement requests where valid)
5) How we share information
We may share information:
- With service providers that help us run the Site (hosting, analytics, email delivery, security, ad tech). They may process data only on our instructions and for the purposes we authorize.
- For legal reasons if we believe disclosure is required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
- To protect rights and safety of the Site, our users, and the public (including investigating abuse).
- In connection with a business transfer (e.g., merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets), where information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
We do not share personal information for third-party direct marketing in exchange for money. If we ever offer such sharing in the future, we will provide required notices and choices.
6) Advertising and analytics
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar) to understand how the Site is used.
If we display ads, our advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other sites to provide and measure ads, subject to their own privacy policies.
Where required by law, we will request your consent before using non-essential cookies (including certain analytics and ad cookies).
7) Email communications
If you subscribe to our emails:
- We will send you the content you signed up for
- You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in the email
- We may track email engagement (e.g., opens/clicks) to improve our newsletters, where permitted by law
8) Data retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:
- Provide and maintain the Site
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
- Maintain security and prevent abuse
Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and why we collect it.
9) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10) Your rights and choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:
- Accessing the personal information we hold about you
- Requesting correction or deletion
- Objecting to or restricting processing
- Requesting data portability
- Withdrawing consent (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details in Section 14. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.
10.1 California privacy notice (CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have rights to know, delete, correct, and limit certain uses of sensitive personal information (where applicable), and to opt out of certain “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising.
If we use advertising cookies that constitute “sharing” under California law, you can use our cookie preference tool (where available) or browser privacy controls to opt out. You can also contact us to submit a request.
11) Children’s privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
12) International data transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than where you live. These countries may have different data protection laws.
Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers (such as standard contractual clauses) and take steps to protect your information.
13) Third-party links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing information to them.
14) Contact us
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
15) Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the “Effective date” above. Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.