Privacy Policy
Introduction
At https://addictionnewshub.com (hereafter referred to as “Addiction News Hub,” “we,” or “our”), we are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the comprehensive approach we take to protect your personal information and data, ensuring compliance with various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:
- Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Quebec Law 25
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
- Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD) in Brazil
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)/California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
- Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
- Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
- Connecticut Total Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
- Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
- South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
Scope
This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including our official website, mobile applications, online services, and any other digital products or platforms we offer. However, please note that it does not extend to third-party websites, apps, or services accessible through links on our platform. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using external services.
Processing Activities
This policy is designed to guide our interactions with users who:
- Utilize our applications or services as authorized users.
- Visit our websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
- Communicate with us via newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages/SMS.
Personal Data Collection
Addiction News Hub collects a variety of personal data, including:
- Account Information: Details related to your user account, such as username, email address, and password hashes.
- Payment Information: Data associated with transactions, like payment method details, billing addresses, and order history.
- Financial Information: Financial records may be collected for processing payments or verifying users’ financial standing.
- Purchase Information: Details about products or services purchased from our platform.
- Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device, such as IP addresses, device tokens, and advertising IDs.
- Location Data: Information about your geographical location when you interact with our services.
- Feedback: Any comments, reviews, or responses you provide to surveys or feedback forms.
- Social Media Information: Data collected from social media platforms when users choose to log in through these accounts.
- Product Information: Details about the products you view, search for, or purchase on our site.
We gather this data through various methods: user input forms, account settings, automated tracking technologies (like cookies and device identifiers), analytics tools, and third-party services that assist us in data collection. Additionally, third parties may share personal data with us, but they are bound by their own privacy agreements.
Cookies
Addiction News Hub uses cookies to enhance user experience and optimize our platform’s performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve various purposes:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Ensure the basic functionality of our website and applications, enabling features like login sessions.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your preferences, such as language settings or display options.
- Analytics Cookies: Collect aggregated data for analytics purposes, helping us understand user behavior and improve our services.
Users have control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their privacy settings.
Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data in accordance with the law and for the original purpose it was collected. Once this purpose is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize the data to protect your privacy. Data retention periods may vary based on legal requirements, tax obligations, and business needs.
Security Measures
Addiction News Hub implements robust security measures to safeguard personal data:
- Encryption: We use encryption protocols for secure data transmission and storage.
- Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy standards.
- Access Controls: Our systems have access controls to ensure that only authorized personnel can view or modify sensitive data.
Children’s Privacy
We do not intentionally collect personal information from children under 18 years of age. If you believe we have collected such data by mistake, please contact us, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: The right to request access to your personal data held by us.
- Rectification: Ability to request corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Erasure/Right to be Forgotten: Request for the deletion of your data under specific circumstances.
- Restriction: Right to limit the use of your personal data in certain situations.
- Portability: The ability to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: Right to object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
- Non-Discrimination: Protection from unfair treatment due to exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Privacy Team at your earliest convenience. We will respond to valid requests within the time frames specified by applicable law.
Changes to Policy
Addiction News Hub reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any significant changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically for any modifications.
Contact Information
For inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or if you have any questions regarding our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: [Our physical address]
We are committed to maintaining a transparent and responsible approach to privacy, and we value your trust in handling your personal information.
