Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last updated: December 2024
Effective date: December 2024
Introduction
InfoCryptoX.com ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our website.
This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Information We Collect
- Personal information you provide when contacting us (name, email)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, browser information)
- Device information (IP address, device type, operating system)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Comments and feedback you submit on our articles
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve our news services
- To respond to your inquiries and support requests
- To analyze website usage and optimize user experience
- To send relevant newsletters (with your consent)
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
Data Protection
- We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data
- Your personal information is encrypted during transmission
- Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only
- Regular security audits and updates to our systems
- Data backup and recovery procedures are in place
Cookies Policy
- Essential cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies to understand user behavior (anonymized)
- Preference cookies to remember your settings
- You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings
- Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Social Media
Our website includes social media features (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn). These features may collect your IP address and set cookies. Social media features are governed by the privacy policies of the respective companies.
External Links
Our website contains links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- • Contact form submissions: 2 years
- • Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- • Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- • Comments: Until you request deletion
International Data Transfers
Some of our service providers may be located outside the UK/EEA. When we transfer your personal data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- • Adequacy decisions by the UK government
- • Certification schemes and codes of conduct
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new privacy policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this privacy policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@cryptonews-uk.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@cryptonews-uk.com
Address: 123 Crypto Street, London, UK, EC1A 1BB
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your personal data appropriately.