Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to News App ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App") and related services.

By using our App, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account information (email address, username)
• Profile preferences and settings
• News preferences and interests
• Feedback and communications with us

Information Automatically Collected

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (articles read, time spent in app, features used)
• Technical data (IP address, crash reports, performance data)
• Location data (general location for relevant news, if permitted)

Information from Third Parties

• News content from our trusted news sources
• Authentication services (if you sign in with Apple, Google, etc.)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide personalized news content and AI briefings
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Send important updates about the service
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our services
• Ensure security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our app
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of assets
• Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and assessments
• Limited access to personal information
• Secure data centers and infrastructure

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt-out of certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at news@onbranded.com

7. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

10. Third-Party Services

Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

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

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the rights mentioned in Section 6 above.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Sending you an email notification
• Displaying a notice in the App

Your continued use of the App after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Email: news@onbranded.com