Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Newslight Communications Inc. ("Newslight," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By using the Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Information You Provide

• Account registration details (name, email address)
• Profile information
• User-generated content (comments, tips, submissions)
• Communications with us (support requests, feedback)

b) Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique identifiers)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, interaction patterns)
• Location data (approximate location based on IP address or, with your consent, precise GPS location for local news delivery)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, access times)

c) Information from Third Parties

• Social login providers (e.g., Google, Facebook, Apple) when you choose to sign in using these services
• Analytics providers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Services
• Deliver personalized local news content based on your location
• Create and manage your account
• Send notifications and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your requests and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers — third parties that help us operate the Services (hosting, analytics, authentication)
• Legal requirements — when required by law, legal process, or government request
• Safety and rights — to protect the rights, property, or safety of Newslight, our users, or the public
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Request data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@newslight.ca.

8. Location Data

NewsLight uses location data to deliver hyper-local news relevant to your neighborhood. You may grant or revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings. If you disable location services, you may still use the Services, but some features may be limited.

9. Third-Party Services

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services (such as social login providers). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

The Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. Canadian Privacy Law

Newslight complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation. Your personal information is stored and processed in Canada.

12. 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 on the Services and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and all associated personal data at any time by contacting us at contact@newslight.ca. We will process your request within 30 days, subject to any legal obligations that may require us to retain certain information.

14. Contact Information