Data Terms & Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Aevum News ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with transparency, integrity, and care. This Data Terms & Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you access our websites, mobile applications, newsletters, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and secure our Services. The types of data we collect include:

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Details: Name, email address, password, and profile preferences when you register or sign in.
• Subscription Data: Payment information, billing address, and subscription history (processed securely via PCI-compliant providers).
• Communications: Messages, feedback, survey responses, or support requests you submit to us.
• Newsletter Preferences: Topics of interest, frequency settings, and communication opt-ins.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, articles read, time spent, click patterns, and navigation paths.
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and screen resolution.
• Location Data: Approximate geographic location derived from IP address (only when permitted and disclosed).
• Cookies & Tracking: Data collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (detailed in Section 7).

3. How We Use Your Data

Your information is used solely to deliver, maintain, and improve our news services. Specifically, we use data to:

• Deliver personalized news content, recommendations, and tailored newsletter editions.
• Authenticate users, manage accounts, and process subscription payments securely.
• Analyze traffic patterns and user engagement to optimize site performance and editorial strategy.
• Communicate important updates, service changes, security alerts, and policy notices.
• Detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, or violations of our Terms of Service.
• Comply with legal obligations, enforce agreements, and protect rights and safety.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may share your data only under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery, and customer support. They are contractually bound to use your data solely for specified purposes and must comply with strict security standards.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Aevum News, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user data may be transferred as part of the business assets. We will notify you of any such change.
• Consent-Based Sharing: When you explicitly opt-in to share data with specific partners or for promotional purposes.

5. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request erasure of your data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time via links in our emails or account settings.
• Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data under certain conditions.
• Complain: Lodge a grievance with a relevant data protection authority in your region.

To exercise these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer using the details in Section 9. We will respond within 30 days.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

• End-to-end TLS/SSL encryption for data in transit.
• AES-256 encryption for sensitive data at rest.
• Role-based access controls and multi-factor authentication for internal systems.
• Regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Strict data retention policies; we delete or anonymize data once it is no longer necessary.

While no system is completely immune to breaches, we commit to promptly investigating and notifying affected users and authorities in the event of a confirmed data incident.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Categories include:

• Essential: Required for authentication, session management, and security.
• Analytics: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., page views, bounce rates).
• Functional: Remember preferences like language, region, and display settings.
• Marketing: Used only with explicit consent to deliver relevant promotions or measure campaign effectiveness.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or our Cookie Preferences Center. Note that disabling essential cookies may limit functionality.

8. Policy Updates

We may revise this policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or business practices. Material updates will be communicated via email, on-site notice, or prominent banner. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most current version. Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Data Terms & Privacy Policy, please reach out to our dedicated privacy team: