Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 29, 2025

Introduction
LinkDaddy News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and with whom we share it. By using LinkDaddy News websites, mobile apps, social media platforms, or other online services we control (collectively “Services”), you agree to the terms described here. This policy does not apply to third-party services linked from our Services.

Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information through:

• Information you voluntarily submit (e.g., email for newsletters or contact purposes).
• Automatic data collection (e.g., device data, IP addresses, usage patterns via analytics tools).

Types of Data Collected:

• Personal identifiers (name, email, phone, address) provided voluntarily.
• Device and system information (IP, operating system, device type).
• Usage data (interaction frequency, accessed content, screen interactions).
• Location data (only with explicit consent; removable at any time).

Location Data
Location data collection requires your explicit consent and may be used for personalized content or alerts. You can revoke this consent anytime through your device settings.

Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (web beacons, pixel tags) for enhancing user experience, advertising, and analytics. You can disable cookies via browser settings; however, this may affect service quality.

Use of Data
We use your information to:

• Deliver personalized content and advertising.
• Provide news alerts, updates, and related services.
• Conduct analytics to improve services.
• Ensure security and legal compliance.

Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your information:

• With your consent.
• To affiliates and trusted vendors strictly for service delivery.
• For promotional activities (with clear disclosure).
• When required by law or to protect our rights, users, and property.
• In business transitions (sale, merger, acquisition).

Advertising and Personalized Content
We and our partners may use your information for targeted advertising. You can opt-out through:

• Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.aboutads.info/choices
• Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices

California Residents
California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to access, delete, and manage personal information.
• Right to opt-out of information sales.
• Protection against discrimination for exercising privacy rights. To exercise your rights, contact us via provided methods.

California “Shine the Light” Act
California residents may request details on third-party data sharing for direct marketing. Submit requests to our designated contact with necessary identification details.

Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13 years old. If discovered, such data is promptly deleted.

Account Information Management
You may review and request changes to your account information where applicable. Some requests may be denied if unreasonably burdensome or if identity verification is unsuccessful.

Information Security
We implement measures to secure your data; however, no system guarantees complete security. Please share personal information cautiously.

Your Choices

• Location Data: Opt-out via device settings.
• Third-party Links: Our Privacy Policy doesn’t apply to external sites linked from our Services.
• Advertising: Opt-out of personalized ads via provided external links.

LinkDaddy News Copyright Policy

1. Content Sourcing
   • We aggregate publicly available RSS feeds for informational purposes only.
   • All content is attributed to original publishers with direct source links.
2. Attribution Standards
   • Author names and copyright notices are preserved verbatim from source feeds.
   • No commercial use of third-party content is permitted.
3. DMCA Compliance
   • Report infringement to [designated agent email].
   • Content will be removed within 48 hours of valid notice.
4. RSS Feed Guidelines
   • Automated systems pull full-text articles for archival purposes.
   • No editorial modifications to content or metadata.
5. Non-Monetization
   • No ads, subscriptions, or paywalls on aggregated content.
   • Zero revenue generated from third-party material.

We describe the sources from which we collect this information in the section above entitled Types of Data We Collect, and the business and commercial purposes for which we collect this information in the section above entitled How We Use Data.

Changes to the Privacy Policy We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes to this page, and if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice. By using our Services following a change to this Privacy Policy, you accept our practices as described.