SBCNS Privacy Policy
1. POLICY
Starbase City News™ (“us,” “we,” “SBCNS”, or “Company”) is committed to respecting the privacy rights of its customers, visitors, and other users of www.starbasecity.news (“the Site”). We created this Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) to give you confidence as you visit and use the Site and to demonstrate our commitment to fair information practices and the protection of privacy.
This Privacy Policy applies only to the Site and not to any other websites you may access from the Site, each of which may have data collection, storage, and use practices and policies that differ materially from this Privacy Policy.Starbase City News™ does not collect identifiable personal information about you, such as your name, address, email address, or other contact information, unless explicitly provided by you. We make no attempt to individually identify you as a person.Furthermore, Starbase City News™ does not collect Personal Information as defined by California Civil Code section 1798.83.
We promise NOT to:
- Collect your name, email address, or telephone number(s) to use our Site.
- Collect your name, email address, or telephone number(s) directly on our Site unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., through a contact form or newsletter signup).
- Send email marketing or sales emails from our Site unless you have explicitly opted in.
2. INFORMATION COLLECTION PRACTICES
2.1. TYPES OF INFORMATION COLLECTED
(a) TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTED
We automatically track and collect the following categories of information when you visit our Site: (1) IP addresses; (2) domain servers; (3) types of devices accessing the Site; (4) types of web browsers used to access the Site; (5) the length of your visit; and (6) your interactions on the pages you viewed (collectively “Traffic Data”). Traffic Data helps us improve your experience on the Site and is used for marketing and analytics purposes. We use cookies to customize content, ensure you don’t see repetitive advertisements, and enhance your browsing experience. Our Site may also create logs regarding your activity, such as the features you use or the pages you access.
(b) PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTEDPersonal Information includes categories such as: (1) Contact Data (e.g., your name, email address, or mailing address, if voluntarily provided through forms like newsletter signups or contact inquiries); (2) Demographic Data (e.g., your zip code or age, if provided); and (3) Traffic Data as defined above. If you communicate with us via email, post messages in forums or comment sections (if available), or complete online forms or surveys, any information provided may be collected as Personal Information.
2.2. USES OF INFORMATION COLLECTED
(a) COMPANY USE OF INFORMATION
We may use Traffic Data to improve the Site, analyze user behavior, or customize content based on your interests. If you provide Contact Data (e.g., through a newsletter signup), we may use it to send you updates about Starbase City News™, SpaceX, or related space exploration topics, or to contact you when necessary. We may use Demographic Data to tailor your experience on the Site, such as displaying content we think you might find relevant, or for market research to improve our services or target advertisements.
(b) SHARING OR TRANSFERRING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may share anonymized Traffic Data or Demographic Data with advertisers or third-party partners for analytics or advertising purposes. If you provide Contact Data, we may share it with business partners who assist with core services (e.g., hosting, data storage, or email delivery) related to the Site’s operation.You acknowledge that once Personal Information is shared with third parties as described, their use of your information is governed by their privacy policies, not ours. You should contact those third parties directly to inquire about their practices.
(c) USER CHOICE REGARDING COLLECTION, USE, AND DISTRIBUTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
You may choose not to provide any Personal Information, and you can still access and use the Site. If you opt into services like newsletters, you can unsubscribe at any time via links provided in emails or by contacting us.
3. CONFIDENTIALITY AND SECURITY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Except as outlined in this Privacy Policy, we will keep your Personal Information private and will not share it with third parties unless necessary to:(a) Comply with a court order or legal process;(b) Protect our rights or property; or(c) Provide analytics, marketing, or promotional offers through trusted third-party partners, as permitted by law.Personal Information, if collected, is stored on secure servers inaccessible to unauthorized third parties. We provide secure, encrypted channels for transmitting Personal Information when you use a compatible web browser.
3.1. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR MARKETING PURPOSES
We may share anonymized Traffic Data or Demographic Data with select third-party partners for analytics, advertising, or promotional purposes to provide relevant content or offers. Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before sharing Personal Information for these purposes.You may opt out of data sharing for marketing purposes by:
- Adjusting your preferences in your account settings (if applicable).
- Clicking the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link (if available).
- Contacting us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news].
Upon receiving your request, we will promptly process it and cease sharing your Personal Information for marketing purposes.
3.2. USER ABILITY TO ACCESS, UPDATE, AND CORRECT PERSONAL INFORMATION
You may contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news] to review, update, or correct your Personal Information. We maintain procedures to ensure your information remains accurate.
3.3. PUBLIC INFORMATION
The Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. If we offer comment sections, forums, or other interactive features, any information you share there becomes public. We have no control over its use, so please exercise caution when disclosing Personal Information.
4. PRIVACY POLICIES AND DATA COLLECTION AT THIRD-PARTY SITES
This Privacy Policy only addresses our collection and use of information. Other sites linked from our Site have their own privacy policies and practices. Third-party advertisers on our Site may use cookies or other tracking technologies to collect information when you view or interact with their ads, such as delivering targeted advertisements. We do not control these practices and are not responsible for third-party privacy policies.
For information about our third-party ad server (e.g., Google AdSense), see http://www.google.com/policies/technologies/ads/.
For general opt-out options, visit https://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1.
5. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13
In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), this Site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information (e.g., name, address, email, or phone number) from them. If you are under 13, please do not provide personal information. If you believe a child under 13 has provided such information, contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news] for its removal.
6. U.S. STATE PRIVACY RIGHTSThis section supplements our Privacy Policy for residents of states like California under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We do not sell Personal Information. If you have questions about your state-specific rights, contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news].
7. PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EEA INDIVIDUALSFor users in the European Economic Area (EEA), this section addresses the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We use cookies to personalize content, provide social media features, and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences via the Site’s cookie consent tool (if available) or by contacting us. For more details, contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news].
8. UPDATES AND CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time without notice by posting the updated version on the Site. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.
9. INFORMATION SHARINGWe may share anonymized data (e.g., hashed email, IP address, or browser information) with service providers or partners, such as LiveRamp Inc., for online and cross-channel advertising. To opt out, visit https://liveramp.com/opt_out/.
10. CONTACT US
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., privacy@starbasecity.news].