Introduction
The Chronicle ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us through our forms
- Submit a news tip
- Create an account or comment on articles
- Participate in surveys or contests
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address and browser type
- Operating system and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Clickstream data
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Send you newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Analyze website usage and trends
- Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to processing of your information
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
- Data portability
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.