1. Introduction
TinfosMedia ("we," "our," or "us") operates this news website and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Email addresses when subscribing to newsletters
- Names and contact information when submitting comments or tips
- Information in comments, feedback, or correspondence
- Survey responses or poll participation
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:
- IP addresses and general location information
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring websites
- Search queries used to find our content
- Date and time of visits
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Deliver personalized advertisements
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Improve website functionality and user experience
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our news content and services
- Send newsletters and updates (if subscribed)
- Respond to comments, questions, and feedback
- Analyze website usage and optimize user experience
- Display relevant advertisements
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Conduct research and analytics
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
4.1 Advertising Partners
We work with advertising networks and partners who may collect information to show you relevant ads. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to track your browsing behavior across websites.
4.2 Analytics Services
We use analytics services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These services may collect and process your information according to their own privacy policies.
4.3 Service Providers
We may share information with service providers who help us operate our website, such as hosting providers, email services, and technical support.
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
4.5 Business Transfers
Information may be transferred in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
5. Advertising and Third-Party Content
Our website displays advertisements from various advertising networks and partners:
- Advertisers may use cookies to show you relevant ads based on your interests
- We do not control advertisers' data collection practices
- You can opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools
- Ad blockers may affect website functionality
- Third-party content and links are subject to their own privacy policies
6. Social Media and Sharing
Our website may include social media sharing buttons and embedded content:
- Social media platforms may track your interactions with shared content
- Embedded videos or content are subject to third-party privacy policies
- Sharing content may make your activity visible to your social networks
7. Newsletter and Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter:
- We will use your email address to send you news updates and content
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails
- We may track email opens and clicks to improve our content
- We do not sell or rent our email subscriber lists
8. Comments and User Content
When you post comments or content on our website:
- Your comments may be publicly visible to other users
- We may moderate, edit, or remove comments
- We are not responsible for the privacy of information you choose to share publicly
- Other users may respond to or share your comments
9. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Website analytics and usage data may be retained for longer periods for business purposes.
11. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from email communications
- Cookie Control: Manage cookies through your browser settings
- Ad Preferences: Opt out of personalized advertising
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
13. International Users
If you are accessing our website from outside Vietnam, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Vietnam where our servers and business operations are located.
14. California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected and how it's used
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Note: We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense, but advertising partnerships may constitute "sales" under CCPA definitions.
15. European Privacy Rights
If you are in the European Union, you may have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.
16. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. Significant changes may be announced through our website or email notifications.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Email: [email protected]
Operator: TinfosMedia