Privacy Policy

KontextLora News ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website at kontextlora.news (the "Site") or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: When you contact us, subscribe to newsletters, or submit story tips, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and message content.
• Account Information: If you create an account or profile, we collect your username, email address, and password.
• Communication: Information you provide when you communicate with us via email, contact forms, or social media.
• Survey and Feedback Data: Responses to surveys, polls, or feedback forms you choose to participate in.

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through rates, and navigation patterns.
• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers.
• Log Data: Server logs that may include IP addresses, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.
• Location Data: General location information based on IP address (country/region level).

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Analytics Services: Data from Google Analytics and other analytics providers about your interactions with our Site.
• Social Media: Information from social media platforms when you interact with our content or share our articles.
• Advertising Partners: Data from advertising networks and partners for ad targeting and measurement.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Core Services

• Provide and maintain our news website and services
• Deliver content, articles, and newsletters you've requested
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Process and publish user comments and contributions

2.2 Communications

• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent)
• Notify you about changes to our services or policies
• Respond to your feedback, questions, and requests

2.3 Analytics and Improvements

• Analyze website usage and user behavior to improve our services
• Conduct research and analytics to enhance user experience
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Test new features and functionality

2.4 Advertising and Marketing

• Display personalized advertisements and sponsored content
• Measure advertising effectiveness and campaign performance
• Provide targeted marketing communications (with your consent)

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect information about how you use our Site.

3.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of our website
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad performance
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and personalize your experience

4. Third-Party Services and Advertising

4.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our Site. Google AdSense uses cookies and other tracking technologies to:

• Show ads based on your interests and previous visits to our Site
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness
• Provide targeted advertising across the Google advertising network

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or aboutads.info.

4.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Traffic sources and referring websites
• User demographics and interests (when available)
• Device and browser information

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4.3 Social Media Platforms

Our Site may include social media features and widgets from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. These features may collect information about your IP address and browsing behavior and may set cookies to enable proper functionality.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Email marketing and communications
• Advertising and marketing services

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required to:

• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
• Respond to lawful requests from public authorities
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Investigate and prevent fraud or security issues

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change and provide choices regarding your information.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication systems
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information for certain purposes

7.2 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email
• Contacting us directly at the information provided below
• Updating your preferences in your account settings

7.3 Browser Settings

You can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings:

• Block or delete cookies
• Set preferences for cookie acceptance
• Enable "Do Not Track" signals

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

When we transfer your personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
• Other lawful transfer mechanisms

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users of material changes through our website or email
• Provide additional notice for significant changes that affect your rights

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information