Privacy Policy

Introduction

At https://programming.154news.com (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our” in this policy), we are dedicated to maintaining a transparent and secure environment for our users’ personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines how we handle and protect the data of our global audience, ensuring compliance with numerous privacy laws worldwide, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information in the private sector
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
Brazil’s Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), USA
Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
Utah’s Consumer Sales and Service Act (UCPA)
Connecticut’s Connecticut Transparency and Accountabilty of Data (CTDPA)
Virginia’s Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy encompasses all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

Our official website at https://programming.154news.com
All associated mobile and desktop applications
Online services and products offered through these platforms

However, please be advised that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services accessed through links on our platform. Each of these third parties has its own privacy policies governing their data collection practices.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy becomes relevant when you engage in the following activities:

Using any of our applications or services as an authorized user.
Visiting any pages within our website linked to this Privacy Statement.
Subscribing to receive communications from us, including newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect a variety of personal data, which can be categorized into the following types:

Account Information: Details associated with your user account on our platforms.
Payment Information: Transaction records and payment details for services or products purchased.
Financial Information: Banking or credit card information, if provided during transactions.
Purchase Information: Records of your orders, including items purchased, quantities, and delivery addresses.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers from your mobile device used to access our applications.
Location Data: Geolocation data collected when you use our location-based services.
Feedback: Opinions, comments, and reviews submitted by users.
Social Media Information: Data obtained from social media platforms when users choose to connect their accounts with ours.
Product Information: Details about products viewed or purchased on our e-commerce platform.

We gather this data through multiple channels: user inputs during registration or account creation, interactions while using our services, and automated technologies employed in our applications and websites. Additionally, we may receive personal data from third parties who assist us in providing services, always adhering to their respective privacy policies.

Cookies

We utilize cookies for enhanced user experience and analytics purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that serve various functions:

Strictly Necessary: These ensure basic functionality of our website, such as enabling you to navigate through pages.
Preference: Used to remember settings or preferences you’ve made while using our platform.
Analytics: These cookies collect information about your interactions with our site for analytics purposes, helping us understand user behavior and improve our services.

Users have the option to control non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

The duration for which we retain personal data is determined by legal requirements and the purpose of its collection. Once the data is no longer required for these purposes, it will be deleted or anonymized to protect your privacy. Our data retention periods vary depending on the type of data and the context in which it was collected.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust organizational safeguards and security measures to safeguard your personal information:

Encrypted Communication: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted for secure communication.
Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards to process data on our behalf.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from minors. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us using the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data:

Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: The right to correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we possess.
Erasure/Right to be Forgotten: In certain jurisdictions, the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: The ability to limit the processing of your personal data under specific circumstances.
Portability: The right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
Objection: The right to object to or opt out of certain data processing activities.
Non-Discrimination: Protection against decision-making based solely on automated processing, including profiling.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our dedicated privacy team using the details provided in this policy. We will respond to your requests as required by applicable law.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes made will be reflected on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any queries, subscription cancellations, or data-related requests, please reach out to us using the following:

Email: [email protected]

Postal Address: [Our Physical Address]

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring a secure and transparent experience while interacting with our platform.