Effective Date: April 25, 2025
Welcome to OrbixNews.com – your go-to platform for the latest breaking news, insightful articles, and trusted journalism across the United States. At Orbix News, we prioritize your privacy and are dedicated to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you use our website and services.
By accessing or using OrbixNews.com, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
Why We Collect Information
We gather user information to improve your experience and provide you with the most relevant, engaging news. Here’s why we collect data:
- To deliver personalized content and news stories tailored to your interests
- To enhance the performance, functionality, and usability of our website
- To support ads that allow us to offer free content
- To send marketing updates, only if you’ve opted in
Some services on Orbix News may have additional privacy terms, so we encourage you to review those when subscribing or signing up.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Orbix News, protecting your privacy is our top priority. To ensure your trust, we adhere to the following principles:
- We implement advanced security measures to protect your data
- We only work with third-party vendors who meet strict privacy standards
- We will never share your data with third parties for marketing purposes unless you consent
- We give you clear options to control the emails and communications you receive
- We may reach out to you for account-related matters (e.g., login issues, password resets)
- We collect personal data only for necessary and legal purposes
- We are transparent about the data we collect and how it’s used
- Your data is securely managed and stored only for as long as necessary
- As an online platform, your data may be accessible globally
How We Collect Data
We gather information through several methods, including:
- Site registration and account creation
- Cookies, tracking technologies, and analytics tools
- User comments, uploads, surveys, and polls
- Participation in promotions, giveaways, or contests
- Mobile or app-based features that utilize location data
Typical information we may collect includes:
- Your email address and password for account creation
- Optional profile details to personalize your news experience
- Consent-based access to specific information or device features
Logging In with Social Media
If you sign in using platforms like Facebook or Twitter:
- Facebook may share your name, email address, profile picture, and location (depending on your settings)
- Twitter may share your username and profile photo
You can revoke access at any time by adjusting your settings on your social media account.
Children’s Privacy
Orbix News does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If we learn that personal data has been submitted by a child without proper parental consent, we will remove it immediately.
Parents or guardians who believe their child may have submitted personal data are encouraged to contact us right away.
How We Use and Share Information
We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
We may share your information with carefully selected third-party partners only if:
- You have provided consent
- Required by law or legal obligations
- Necessary to enforce our Terms of Use or protect user safety
All of our third-party service providers are contractually required to protect your information, and they must comply with applicable international data protection laws.
Third-Party Integrations
Certain pages on our website may feature embedded content or social media elements (e.g., Facebook share buttons). These services may collect data, particularly if you are logged in to those platforms. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how your data is managed.
Cookies & Web Tracking
To enhance your experience, Orbix News uses cookies and tracking technologies. These tools help us:
- Understand user behavior and how content is consumed
- Analyze website traffic and optimize performance
- Display ads and content relevant to your interests
- Remember your preferences for future visits
You can adjust your cookie preferences via your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact some features of the website. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy.
Interest-Based Advertising
As a free news platform, we rely on ads to support our services. To make ads more relevant, we may:
- Collect anonymized browsing data
- Group users based on similar reading habits
- Display ads based on your interests (e.g., technology, sports, finance)
We will not use personally identifiable information for these purposes unless you provide consent.
Affiliate Links & Sponsored Posts
At times, Orbix News may include affiliate links or publish sponsored content. These will always be clearly marked. We maintain editorial independence, and such partnerships do not influence our content integrity.
Your Rights & Contacting Us
You have full control over your personal information. You can:
- Request access to the data we have about you
- Ask for corrections or deletions of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Raise any privacy-related concerns or questions
To get in touch, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
📧 [email protected]
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or comply with legal requirements. If significant changes are made, we will notify you via email (if you’re registered) or display a notice on our website.
When your consent is needed for changes, we will reach out to seek your approval before they take effect.
Thank you for trusting Orbix News. We are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering the reliable news that matters to you.