Privacy Policy

Introduction

At TheNewsAPI.net, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, safeguard, and disclose information when you use our news API services or visit our website. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

• Personal Information: When you sign up for an account or contact us, we collect details like your name, email address, and company name to manage your account and provide support.
• Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our API, such as the number of requests, endpoints used, and your IP address, to monitor performance and improve our services.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Our website uses cookies to track user interactions, analyze traffic, and personalize your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and support our news API services.
• Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance functionality.
• Billing and Account Management: To process payments and manage your account (if applicable).
• Communication: To send updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (with your consent).
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and protect our rights.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website and API. These tools collect data like page visits and click patterns to improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit some website features. For more details, review our cookie policy at Cookie Policy.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information for marketing purposes. We may share your data in these cases:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties, such as hosting providers (e.g., Amazon Web Services) or payment processors (e.g., Stripe), who assist in delivering our services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of TheNewsAPI.net and its users.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls, to protect your data. However, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. By using our services, you acknowledge these risks.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., for tax or accounting purposes). When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under laws like the GDPR (EU) or CCPA (California), including:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format.
• Objection: Object to certain data processing activities.

To request deletion of your personal data, please contact us at support@thenewsapi.net. We will process your request in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover such data, we will promptly delete it. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us at support@thenewsapi.net.

9. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services to support our operations, such as:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior (Google Privacy Policy).
• Stripe: For payment processing, if applicable (Stripe Privacy Policy).

These providers may collect data subject to their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. You can opt out of Google Analytics at Google Opt-Out.

10. Opting Out

You can opt out of non-essential data collection, such as analytics, by:

• Adjusting your browser's cookie settings.
• Using opt-out tools provided by third parties (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out).
• Contacting us at support@thenewsapi.net.

Note that opting out may affect your ability to use certain features of our services.

11. International Data Transfers

As a global service, we may transfer your data to countries outside your own, such as to servers in the United States. We ensure these transfers comply with applicable laws, such as GDPR's standard contractual clauses. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page or via email (if you have an account). Your continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance of the new policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at support@thenewsapi.net