This Privacy Policy explains how UDA News (“UDA News”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit udanews.example or interact with our newsletters and comment sections. This document is written in plain language for clarity; it is not a substitute for formal legal advice.

1. Information we collect

We collect a limited set of information to operate the site and improve our journalism:

  • Account information— name, email address, and password (stored as a salted hash) if you register for a reader account, comment, or subscribe to our newsletter.
  • Usage data— pages viewed, time on page, device and browser type, and approximate location derived from IP address, collected automatically to understand readership trends.
  • Content you submit— comments, contact-form messages, and any correspondence you send our editorial or partnerships teams.

2. How we use your information

  • To provide, maintain, and secure the reader account and comment features.
  • To personalize story recommendations and remember your reading preferences.
  • To send newsletters and product updates you have opted into (with an unsubscribe link in every email).
  • To measure aggregate readership and inform editorial and advertising decisions.
  • To detect abuse, spam, and violations of our Terms of Service.

3. Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences (such as previously dismissed banners), and measure site traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features — such as staying signed in — may stop working correctly.

Categories of cookies we use:

  • Essential — required for login sessions and basic site function.
  • Analytics — aggregate, anonymized usage statistics.
  • Advertising — used by third-party ad partners to serve relevant ads (see below).

4. Third parties

We share limited data with service providers who help us run the site, including hosting and content-delivery providers, email-delivery providers for newsletters, and analytics providers. These providers are contractually restricted from using your data for any purpose other than providing services to us. Advertising partners may place cookies to measure ad performance; we do not sell personal data to advertisers.

5. Data retention

We retain account information for as long as your account remains active, and usage data in aggregate/anonymized form indefinitely for trend analysis. You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time (see Section 8).

6. Your choices

  • Update your profile information at any time from your account settings.
  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails via the link in any newsletter.
  • Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data.

7. Children's privacy

UDA News is intended for a general adult readership and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Contact us

For privacy questions or data requests, email privacy@udanews.example. We aim to respond to all requests within 30 days.

9. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted with an updated “Last updated” date at the top of this page.