Updated: July 1, 2022
At nfl-news.org (“we,” “our,” “us”), your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and engage with our services.
We are committed to maintaining the trust of our users by adhering to applicable privacy laws, including the GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations worldwide.
1. Scope and Application
This Privacy Policy applies to all individuals who access or interact with nfl-news.org, including visitors, registered users, subscribers, and third-party partners. It covers all data collection methods and types of information processed through our website and related digital platforms.
This policy also details the rights you have concerning your data, the choices available to you, and how to exercise those rights. If you access our services from outside the United States, please note that your data may be transferred and processed in other countries, with appropriate safeguards in place.
2. Information We Collect
We gather various types of information to provide, improve, and personalize our services
a. Information You Provide Directly
Identifiers: Your full name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and date of birth, provided when creating an account, subscribing to newsletters, or contacting us directly.
Account Information: Registration credentials such as username, password, and security questions to ensure secure access.
Preferences & Settings: Your favorite NFL teams, notification preferences, language choices, and other personalization settings to enhance your user experience.
User Content: Comments, messages, uploaded images or videos, survey responses, or any other content you submit on our platforms.
Transactional Data: Payment details, billing address, and purchase history if you make any transactions, including merchandise or premium subscriptions.
b. Information Collected Automatically
Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, MAC address, and device language settings.
Usage Data: Pages you visit, time spent on pages, links clicked, navigation flow, and referral sources—used for analytics and improving site structure.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Cookies, pixels, tags, beacons, and scripts that help us understand user behavior, deliver targeted content, and enhance functionality.
Location Data: Approximate or precise geolocation based on your device’s GPS, Wi-Fi, or IP address—used to personalize content or provide location-specific features.
c. Information from Third Parties
Advertising Partners: Data collected through ad networks and exchanges about your interactions with ads displayed on our site or elsewhere.
Social Media Platforms: Public profile information or interactions when you connect or engage with us via social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter).
Analytics Providers: Data collected through third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to analyze user behavior and site performance.
3. Use of Information
We utilize your data to provide a seamless and personalized experience, which includes
Site Operations & Maintenance: Ensuring our website functions correctly, updating content, fixing bugs, and enhancing security.
Personalization: Customizing content, notifications, and recommendations based on your preferences and browsing patterns.
Communication: Sending newsletters, alerts, promotional offers, and important updates about our services or policies—only if you’ve opted in.
Analytics & Improvement: Monitoring website performance, analyzing user engagement, and identifying areas for enhancement to optimize usability.
Community Features: Facilitating user interactions through comment sections, forums, or other social features.
Security & Fraud Prevention: Detecting suspicious activities, preventing unauthorized access, and safeguarding user data.
Legal & Compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our terms of use.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information with
Service Providers: Trusted partners that assist with hosting, data analysis, email delivery, customer service, and payment processing. These providers are bound by confidentiality obligations and only process data in accordance with our instructions.
Advertising Partners: Third-party networks and data exchanges that facilitate targeted advertising and measure ad performance.
Legal Authorities & Law Enforcement: When required by law or in response to legal processes, such as subpoenas or court orders.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity or parties involved.
Affiliates & Partners: With your consent or to collaborate on joint marketing efforts, co-branded content, or special events.
5. Interest-Based Advertising
We partner with third-party advertising networks to bring you relevant and personalized ads based on your browsing behavior and preferences. These third parties may use cookies, pixels, and other tracking technologies to collect data about your interactions across multiple sites and devices.
Opt-Out Options
Visit YourAdChoices or similar platforms to opt out of targeted advertising.
Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies and tracking technologies.
Use privacy tools or extensions to limit data collection.
Note that opting out does not mean you will stop seeing ads; it means the ads will no longer be tailored based on your behavior.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to
Enable core functionality: Such as login sessions, security, and navigation.
Measure performance: Gathering data on how users interact with our website to improve speed and usability.
Remember preferences: Storing language choices, display settings, or login status.
Deliver targeted ads: Tracking ad impressions and clicks to assess ad effectiveness.
Managing Cookies
You can control your cookie preferences via your browser settings or through our cookie management tools integrated into the website.
Disabling cookies may impact your experience or limit access to certain features.
7. Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal data, including
Encryption of sensitive data both at rest and in transit.
Access controls restricting data access to authorized personnel only.
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
Use of secure servers and firewalls.
Despite these measures, no system can be entirely impervious to breaches. We encourage you to use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication where available.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it. Certain data may be retained for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or legitimate business interests.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to servers located in different countries, including the U.S. or other jurisdictions. We employ safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and other legal measures to ensure your data remains protected during international transfers.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including
Access: Request copies of your personal data.
Correction or Deletion: Ask us to update inaccurate data or delete your information.
Objection or Restriction: Object to certain types of processing or restrict processing under specific circumstances.
Withdrawal of Consent: Revoke consent previously given for data processing.
Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails or targeted ads.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the contact information provided below.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly, and parental consent is required for children aged 13-16 in certain jurisdictions.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites, services, or content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing any personal data.
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. When material changes are made, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on our website and, where appropriate, via email. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Contact Us:
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at
Email: nfl-news.org