Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://iraq.154news.com! We are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, handling, and protection of data when you interact with our website and services. By using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined here.

Scope

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

  • Our official website at https://iraq.154news.com
  • Any mobile applications or software provided by us
  • Online services and products offered through our platform
  • User interactions on our social media channels linked to this policy

Please note that this Privacy Policy does not extend to external links or third-party platforms, which have their own privacy policies governing data handling.

Processing Activities

This policy becomes effective when you engage in any of the following activities:

  1. Using Our Services: As an authorized user, your participation in our applications and services involves the collection of personal data to enhance your experience.
  2. Visiting Our Websites: When you explore our websites, we may collect information about your browsing behavior for analytics purposes.
  3. Communication with Us: This includes receiving newsletters, promotional emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS) from our team.

Personal Data Collection

We gather various types of personal data to provide and improve our services. These include:

  • Account Details: Username, email address, and password used for accessing your account.
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, billing addresses, and payment history for transactions processed through our platform.
  • Financial Data: Bank account numbers, investment portfolios, or other financial records (if voluntarily provided).
  • Purchase History: Records of products or services purchased from us, including order dates, quantities, and prices.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device IDs, mobile network information, and browser types for user analytics.
  • Location Data: GPS coordinates or location services data to personalize content and services (with your consent).
  • Feedback and Reviews: Comments, ratings, and suggestions provided by users to improve our offerings.
  • Social Media Information: User profiles, posts, and interactions from social media platforms when you choose to log in via these services.
  • Product Preferences: Data about the products you view, search for, or purchase to tailor recommendations.

We obtain this data through direct user input, interaction with our systems, and automated tracking technologies. Additionally, we may receive personal data from third parties, such as service providers or business partners, who operate on our behalf.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather analytics:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functions of our website, like secure login.
  • Preference Cookies: Remembering user preferences for a personalized experience.
  • Analytics Cookies: Tracking user behavior to improve our services and content.

Users can manage their cookie preferences through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control which types of cookies are accepted.

Data Retention and Deletion

We follow strict data retention policies:

  • Personal data is retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal obligations and tax/audit requirements.
  • Once the purpose has been met, we securely delete or anonymize the data to prevent re-identification.

Security Measures

Protecting your data is a top priority:

  • We implement robust organizational and technical safeguards to safeguard personal information.
  • Data encryption is used during transmission and storage to ensure secure handling.
  • We engage trusted third-party processors who adhere to strict security standards.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or solicit personal data from children under 18 years of age. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Correcting inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Requesting the deletion of your data where there are no valid legal grounds for retention.
  • Restriction: Limiting the use or processing of your data under certain circumstances.
  • Portability: Obtaining your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection: Opposing the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discriminatory practices based on personal data.
  • Data Portability/Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time and request data portability.

To exercise these rights or have questions, contact our Data Protection Officer via the provided contact details.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically for changes that may affect them.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or data-related issues, please reach out to: