Privacy Policy

DP News Net is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect and how we use it. By using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, Cookies Policy, and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms and Policies, you must not use the Service.

Information Collection and Use

• We collect information from our users through registration forms, subscriptions, and other interactions on our website.
• The information we collect may include names, email addresses, and other contact information.
• We use this information to provide better services to our users, including personalized content recommendations and technical support.
• We may also use the information for research purposes, to improve our website and to better understand the interests of our users.

Information Sharing

• We will not share any personal information with third parties without your permission, except as required by law.
• We may share aggregated demographic information with our partners and advertisers. This information does not contain any personal information that can identify individual users.

Data Security

• We take appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access to or unauthorized alteration, disclosure or destruction of data.
• We restrict access to personal information to our employees, contractors and agents who need to know that information in order to operate, develop or improve our services.

Code of Ethics

Code of ethics for websites in India is not legally defined but websites are expected to adhere to general principles of ethical conduct. This can include:

1. Respect for Privacy: Websites should protect the privacy of their users and not collect, use or share personal information without consent.
2. Fair and Honest Information: Websites should provide accurate, fair and honest information in their content.
3. Responsibility for Content: Websites should be responsible for the content they publish and take steps to ensure it does not cause harm or spread misinformation.
4. Respect for Intellectual Property: Websites should respect the intellectual property rights of others and not engage in piracy or theft of content.
5. Transparency in Advertising: Websites should be transparent in their advertising practices and not mislead users or engage in deceptive advertising.
6. Avoid Conflicts of Interest: Websites should avoid conflicts of interest and not engage in activities that compromise their integrity or impartiality.
7. Respect for User Feedback: Websites should respect user feedback and take steps to address complaints or concerns.

Adhering to these principles of ethical conduct can help build trust with users and promote responsible and respectful online behavior.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation by the European Union (EU) that became effective on May 25, 2018. It replaces the 1995 EU Data Protection Directive and provides a harmonized data protection framework across all EU member states.

The GDPR applies to all organizations operating in the EU, as well as organizations outside of the EU that process personal data of EU residents. The GDPR establishes strict rules for the collection, storage, use, and transfer of personal data and gives individuals more control over their personal information.

The key principles of the GDPR include:

• Transparency: Organizations must be transparent about the data they collect and how they use it.
• Control: Individuals must have control over their personal data and be able to request its deletion or transfer.
• Security: Organizations must implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.
• Responsibility: Organizations must be accountable for complying with the GDPR and must appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) if necessary.

Non-compliance with the GDPR can result in significant fines and reputational damage. Organizations must assess their data protection practices and take necessary measures to ensure they are in compliance with the GDPR.

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a privacy law that went into effect in California on January 1, 2020. It provides California consumers with greater control over their personal information and gives them more transparency about how their data is being collected, used and shared.

The CCPA applies to for-profit businesses that collect personal information of California consumers, do business in California, and meet one or more of the following thresholds:

• Have annual gross revenues in excess of $25 million
• Buy, receive, sell, or share the personal information of 50,000 or more consumers, households, or devices
• Derive 50% or more of their annual revenues from selling consumers’ personal information

The key provisions of the CCPA include:

• Right to Know: Consumers have the right to request what personal information a business has collected about them and how it is being used.
• Right to Delete: Consumers have the right to request that a business delete their personal information.
• Right to Opt-Out: Consumers have the right to opt-out of the sale of their personal information.
• Notice at Collection: Businesses must provide notice to consumers at or before the point of collection of their personal information.

Organizations must take necessary measures to ensure they are in compliance with the CCPA, including updating their privacy policies and providing clear disclosures about their data collection practices. Failure to comply with the CCPA can result in significant fines and legal consequences.

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) is a privacy law that was approved by California voters in November 2020 as a ballot initiative. The CPRA expands upon the existing California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and will take effect on January 1, 2023.

The CPRA applies to for-profit businesses that collect personal information of California consumers and meet certain thresholds, such as having annual gross revenues in excess of $25 million, or buying, receiving, selling, or sharing the personal information of 50,000 or more consumers, households, or devices.

The key provisions of the CPRA include:

• Right to Data Portability: Consumers have the right to request that their personal information be transferred to another entity in a commonly used and machine-readable format.
• Right to Opt-In: Consumers must affirmatively opt-in to the sharing of sensitive personal information, such as health information or precise geolocation data.
• Right to Correction: Consumers have the right to request that their personal information be corrected.
• Data Protection Agency: The CPRA establishes a new independent state agency, the California Privacy Protection Agency, to enforce privacy rights and regulations in the state.

Organizations must take necessary measures to ensure they are in compliance with the CPRA, including updating their privacy policies and practices. Failure to comply with the CPRA can result in significant fines and legal consequences.

The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a federal law in the United States that was enacted in 1998 to protect the privacy of children under the age of 13. COPPA applies to websites, online services, and mobile apps that are directed to children or that have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information from children under 13.

The key provisions of COPPA include:

• Parental Notification and Consent: Operators must provide notice to parents about their data collection practices and obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children under 13.
• Data Collection Limitations: Operators are limited in the types of personal information they can collect from children under 13, and they must delete this information as soon as it is no longer needed.
• Parental Access and Control: Parents have the right to review the personal information collected from their children, to have this information deleted, and to refuse to allow further collection or use of the information.

Organizations must take necessary measures to ensure they are in compliance with COPPA, including posting a privacy policy, obtaining verifiable parental consent, and providing parental access to the personal information collected from children. Failure to comply with COPPA can result in significant fines and legal consequences.

The EU Cookie Law

The EU Cookie Law refers to the EU Privacy and Electronic Communications Directive (2002/58/EC), which was enacted in 2002 and updated in 2009 to regulate the use of cookies and similar technologies by websites in the European Union (EU). The EU Cookie Law requires websites to obtain informed consent from users before placing cookies or similar technologies on their devices.

The key provisions of the EU Cookie Law include:

• Notification: Websites must inform users about their use of cookies and provide information about the purposes for which the cookies are used.
• Consent: Websites must obtain informed consent from users before placing cookies on their devices. The consent must be specific to each type of cookie and cannot be bundled with other consents.
• Exceptions: There are limited exceptions to the consent requirement for strictly necessary cookies, such as those that are required for technical reasons to provide a service requested by the user.
• Enforcement: The EU Cookie Law is enforced by national privacy authorities, which can impose fines or other sanctions on organizations that violate the law.

Organizations must take necessary measures to ensure they are in compliance with the EU Cookie Law, including updating their privacy policies and practices, providing clear and transparent information about their use of cookies, and obtaining informed consent from users.

Data Retention

• We will retain user information for as long as necessary to provide services and as permitted by law.

Changes to this Policy

• This Privacy Policy may change from time to time, so please check back regularly for updates.

Contact Us

• If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].