Privacy

At Newshook, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Information You Provide • Email address (e.g. newsletter sign-ups or contact forms) • Messages you send to us • Any information you voluntarily submit

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit Newshook, we may automatically collect: • IP address • Browser type and device information • Pages visited and time spent on the site • Referring websites

This data is collected using cookies and similar technologies.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use information to: • Operate and improve the website • Understand how visitors use our content • Respond to messages or enquiries • Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in) • Monitor performance, analytics, and security

We do not sell your personal data.

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3. Cookies

Newshook uses cookies to: • Improve site functionality • Analyse traffic and user behaviour • Support advertising and analytics

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how the site functions.

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4. Advertising & Analytics

We may use third-party services such as: • Analytics providers (e.g. traffic measurement) • Advertising partners

These third parties may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about your interaction with the site.

We do not control how third parties handle your data. Please refer to their own privacy policies for more information.

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5. Third-Party Links

Our site may link to or embed content from external websites.

We are not responsible for: • The privacy practices of other websites • Content hosted outside Newshook

You should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

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6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary to: • Fulfil the purpose it was collected for • Meet legal or regulatory requirements

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

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7. Your Rights (UK & EU Users)

Under data protection laws, you have the right to: • Access the personal data we hold about you • Request correction of inaccurate data • Request deletion of your data • Object to or restrict certain processing • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

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8. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no website can guarantee absolute security.

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9. Children’s Privacy

Newshook is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately.