At Korean News, accessible at koreannews.net, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from our users:
- Personal Information: This includes any information you provide voluntarily, such as your name, email address, or other details when subscribing to our newsletters, participating in surveys, or engaging with our website.
- Non-Personal Information: This includes data automatically collected through cookies and tracking technologies, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior on our website. This helps us enhance user experience and improve website functionality.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your interactions with our site, providing insights into user preferences and enabling us to deliver relevant content.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected is used for the following purposes:
- Enhancing User Experience: To understand user behavior and improve the functionality and design of our website.
- Providing Personalized Content: To deliver news, updates, and content that align with your interests.
- Communicating with Users: To send newsletters, respond to inquiries, or provide updates when you opt into such communications.
- Ensuring Security: To protect the website from unauthorized access, fraud, and other malicious activities.
- Supporting Advertising Efforts: To display tailored advertisements based on user preferences and browsing patterns.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic, understand user preferences, and improve website performance. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit some features of our site.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Your privacy is important to us, and we do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website, analyzing data, or delivering services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and comply with legal obligations.
- Advertising Partners: Aggregated and anonymized data may be shared with advertising partners to improve targeted advertising efforts.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to ensure the security of your information, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications by updating your preferences or following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Non-personal information may be retained indefinitely for analytical and research purposes.
Children’s Privacy
Korean News does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware of such information being collected inadvertently, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and your continued use of the website signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
Thank you for trusting Korean News as your source for reliable updates and insights about Korea while prioritizing your privacy.