1. Our Commitment to Transparency
At Aevum News, we believe that trust is earned through clarity. This page outlines exactly how we collect, process, and utilize information when you visit our platform, subscribe to our services, or interact with our content. We do not treat your data as a commodity, but as a responsibility.
2. Information We Collect
We only collect data that is necessary to deliver, improve, and secure our journalism services.
Account Data
Email, display name, and subscription preferences when you register for a reader account.
Usage Data
Pages viewed, time spent, click patterns, and content interactions to tailor your reading experience.
Device & Network Info
IP address, browser type, operating system, and timezone for security and performance optimization.
Communication Records
Messages sent to our support or editorial teams, including feedback and tips.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your information for specific, legitimate purposes aligned with delivering independent, high-quality journalism:
- Service Delivery: To maintain your account, process subscriptions, and grant access to premium content.
- Personalization: To recommend stories based on your reading habits and topic interests, enhancing relevance without echo chambers.
- Analytics & Improvement: To understand traffic patterns, optimize site performance, and allocate editorial resources effectively.
- Communication: To send newsletter digests, service updates, and respond to your inquiries promptly.
- Security & Fraud Prevention: To detect unauthorized access, prevent abuse, and comply with journalistic verification standards.
- Legal Compliance: To honor lawful requests, enforce terms of service, and protect the rights of our journalists and readers.
5. Security & Data Retention
We employ AES-256 encryption for data at rest, TLS 1.3 for data in transit, and regular third-party penetration testing. Access to personal information is strictly limited to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis.
Retention Policy: We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Inactive accounts are anonymized after 24 months of inactivity.
6. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may exercise the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access & Portability
Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format at any time.
Correction & Deletion
Update inaccurate information or request permanent erasure of your records.
Opt-Out & Control
Manage newsletter preferences, disable personalization, or withdraw consent.
Restriction & Objection
Limit processing activities or object to legitimate interest-based processing.
To exercise any of these rights, use the privacy center in your account dashboard or contact our Data Protection Officer directly.
7. Questions or Concerns?
Our privacy team is committed to addressing your inquiries with transparency and care. We respond to all legitimate data requests within 30 days.
Data Protection Officer
privacy@aevumnews.com | +1 (800) 555-0192