Privacy Policy
Newsvorra (https://newsvorra.com/) collects limited personal data — such as your name, email address, and browsing behaviour — to operate our news services and improve your experience. We are the Data Controller for that data. We do not sell your personal information to third parties. You have full rights over your data under US GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are and How to Contact Us
Newsvorra operates the website https://newsvorra.com/. We publish news across Business, Tech, AI & Innovation, Entertainment, International Affairs, Lifestyle, and Sports.
We are the Data Controller for all personal data collected through this website.
To contact us about your data or this policy, use the following details:
- Email: newsvorra@gmail.com
- Website: https://newsvorra.com/
We aim to respond to all privacy enquiries within 30 days.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Identity data: Your name and username (if you register an account)
- Contact data: Your email address
- Usage data: Pages you visit, articles you read, time spent on site, and clicks
- Technical data: Your IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
- Communications data: Messages you send us via contact forms or email
- Newsletter preferences: Your subscription status and content interests
We collect data directly from you and automatically through cookies and tracking tools.
3. Why We Collect It (Lawful Basis Under US GDPR)
Under US GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, we must have a lawful basis for processing your data. Here is what we rely on:
| Processing Activity | Lawful Basis |
|---|---|
| Delivering newsletter emails | Consent — you opt in |
| Managing user accounts | Contract — to fulfil our service to you |
| Website analytics and performance monitoring | Legitimate interests — to improve our site |
| Displaying personalised advertising | Consent — you agree via our cookie banner |
| Responding to your enquiries | Legitimate interests — to communicate with you |
| Legal compliance (e.g. fraud prevention) | Legal obligation — required by law |
We do not use your data for any purpose beyond what is listed here.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Deliver news content and newsletters you have requested
- Maintain and improve Newsvorra’s website performance
- Respond to your questions or complaints
- Display relevant advertising (where you have consented)
- Detect and prevent fraud or security breaches
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
We do not use your data to make automated decisions that significantly affect you.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
We use them to:
- Keep you logged in during your session
- Understand how readers use our site (analytics)
- Serve relevant advertisements (where consented)
When you first visit our site, we ask for your consent to non-essential cookies via our cookie banner. You may withdraw that consent at any time in your browser settings or via our Cookie Preferences link in the site footer.
6. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party providers to operate our website. These include:
- Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) — to measure audience behaviour
- Advertising networks — to serve ads to site visitors
- Email marketing platforms — to send newsletters
- Cloud hosting providers — to store and serve our content
Each third party processes your data under their own privacy policies. We share only the minimum data they need. We do not sell your personal data to any third party.
If we transfer your data outside the UK or US, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place under US GDPR.
7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account data | Until you close your account, plus 12 months |
| Newsletter data | Until you unsubscribe, plus 6 months |
| Usage and analytics data | 26 months (standard analytics cycle) |
| Enquiry correspondence | 3 years |
| Legal compliance records | As required by law |
Once the retention period ends, we securely delete or anonymise your data.
8. Your Rights Under US GDPR
Under US GDPR, you have eight rights. You may exercise any of them at any time by contacting us at newsvorra@gmail.com
- Right to be informed — You have the right to know how we use your data. This policy fulfils that obligation.
- Right of access — You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification — You may ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure — You may request that we delete your personal data (“the right to be forgotten”).
- Right to restrict processing — You may ask us to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
- Right to data portability — You may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to object — You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
- Rights related to automated decision-making — You have the right not to be subject to solely automated decisions that produce significant effects on you.
We will respond to all rights requests within one calendar month.
9. How to Make a Complaint
If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, please contact us first at newsvorra@gmail.com. We will investigate and respond within 30 days.
10. Changes to This Policy
We review this policy regularly. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website or, where appropriate, by email.
We encourage you to check this page periodically. Continued use of our website after changes take effect means you accept the updated policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you sell my data?
No. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party, ever. We share data only with service providers who help us operate this website, and only on a need-to-know basis.
How do I request my data be deleted?
Email us at newsvorra@gmail.com with the subject line “Erasure Request.” Include your name and the email address associated with your account. We will confirm receipt and complete your request within one calendar month.
Do you use cookies?
Yes. We use essential cookies to keep the website functioning, and optional cookies for analytics and advertising. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the Cookie Preferences link in our site footer. Withdrawing consent will not affect your ability to read our content.