Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for CyprusNews.app

Last Updated: November 26, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to CyprusNews.app (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By accessing or using CyprusNews.app, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you create an account
  • Profile Information: Optional profile details you choose to provide
  • Communications: Messages, comments, or feedback you submit to us
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address for newsletter sign-ups

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and browsing behavior
  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See our Cookie Policy section below
  • Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Social media profile information if you choose to log in via social media platforms
  • Analytics providers and advertising partners

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Content Delivery: To provide, personalize, and improve news content and services
  • Account Management: To create and manage your user account
  • Communications: To send newsletters, updates, and respond to inquiries
  • Analytics: To understand user behavior and improve our website performance
  • Advertising: To display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements
  • Improve website functionality

Cookie Types:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, email delivery, and advertising
  • Advertising Partners: To display targeted advertisements (data may be anonymized)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Object to Processing: Object to certain data processing activities
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@cyprusnews.app

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

CyprusNews.app is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: info@cyprusnews.app
Website: https://cyprusnews.app/

14. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
  • Right to restriction of processing
  • Right to data portability

Our lawful basis for processing includes consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interests.

15. Cookie Consent

By using CyprusNews.app, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Privacy Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.

Note: This is a template privacy policy. Please customize it based on your specific data collection practices, applicable laws in Cyprus and the EU (GDPR), and consult with a legal professional to ensure full compliance with all relevant regulations.