1. Introduction

Welcome to worldnewscentral.com (the “Site”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how World News Central (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you visit or register on the Site. By using or registering on the Site, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Definitions

Personal Data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual, including name, email address, and phone number.

Services refers to all features, content, and functionality offered through the Site.

You or User means any visitor to or registrant on the Site.

3. Information We Collect

3.1. Information You Provide

• Registration Data: Name, email address, and phone number upon account creation.

• Newsletter Subscription: Email address for newsletter delivery.

• User-Generated Content: Comments, forum posts, and other content you submit.

3.2. Automatically Collected Information

• Cookies & Tracking: Usage data, device identifiers, and analytics collected via cookies, Google Analytics, and Facebook Pixel.

4. How We Use Your Information

We process your Personal Data to provide and improve Services, perform analytics, enhance security, and communicate with you regarding administrative notices and updates.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We employ essential cookies for Site operation and analytics cookies via Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel. You may manage cookies through your browser settings, though disabling may impact functionality.

6. Third-Party Services & Embeds

We integrate social media widgets, video players, and other external content. Third parties may process your data pursuant to their own policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy statements.

7. Cloud Hosting & CDN

Our Site is hosted on Oracle Cloud and utilizes Cloudflare CDN, both of which adhere to strict security and confidentiality standards.

8. Data Retention

We retain Personal Data for as long as the User account remains active. Upon account deletion or erasure request, data will be removed or anonymized within 30 days, unless legal requirements dictate otherwise.

9. Security Measures

We implement encryption for password storage, secure OAuth authentication via Google and Facebook, restricted administrative access, and routine security audits.

10. Your Rights

Under GDPR and CCPA, you have rights to access, correct, delete, or export your data, and to opt-out of processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Suspected data collection from minors will be promptly deleted.

12. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to India and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. Standard contractual clauses and appropriate safeguards are in place.

13. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be highlighted on the Site, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.