Introduction
Bitcoin News operates this website to provide news, analysis, and resources about Bitcoin. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from visitors, how we use and share that information, the choices you have, and the measures we take to protect your privacy.
By visiting or using Bitcoin News, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. This policy applies to information collected through bitcoinnews.com and related subdomains, newsletters, comment systems, and services we provide online.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly and information collected automatically. Information you provide may include your name, email address, newsletter preferences, comments you post, contact form submissions, and any other content you choose to submit. We do not ask for or collect cryptocurrency private keys, seed phrases, or wallet passwords. If you voluntarily post such information in a public area, you do so at your own risk and we will not be responsible for that disclosure.
Automatically collected information includes device and usage data such as IP address, browser type and version, operating system, pages visited, referral URLs, clickstream data, and timestamps. We also collect analytics data and may receive identifiers set by cookies, pixels, and similar technologies. We aggregate and anonymize data for reporting and to improve the site; aggregated or de-identified data cannot reasonably be used to identify you.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve the site; to deliver the content and services you request; to send newsletters and administrative messages if you subscribe; to respond to comments and inquiries; and to personalize your experience, including content recommendations and, where applicable, advertising.
We may also use information to detect and prevent fraud or abuse, enforce our terms and policies, comply with legal obligations, and to perform analytics and research about site usage. We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We and our partners use cookies, web beacons, local storage, and similar technologies to recognize repeat visitors, remember preferences, enable site features, analyze traffic, and deliver targeted content and advertising. Cookies may be first-party (set by our domain) or third-party (set by services we use).
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through browser settings. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting industry opt-out tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (youradchoices.com) or the Network Advertising Initiative (networkadvertising.org). Disabling cookies may affect site functionality and your experience.
Third-Party Services and Links
Bitcoin News uses third-party services for analytics, hosting, content delivery, advertising, social media sharing, and newsletter delivery (for example, Google Analytics, hosting/CDN providers, ad networks, and email service providers). These third parties may collect information about your visit and use it according to their own privacy policies. Where we run affiliate links, partners may receive tracking information that results in affiliate commissions when you click or purchase through those links. The site may contain links to other websites; we are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction, including using encryption for data in transit (HTTPS) and access controls for stored data. Despite these measures, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. You can help protect yourself by using strong passwords, keeping your account credentials private, and avoiding posting sensitive personal or wallet information publicly.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, delete, restrict or object to processing, receive a copy of your data, and withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. Residents of certain jurisdictions (for example, the EU under the GDPR or California under the CCPA) have additional rights and choices. To exercise your rights, or to make a privacy request, contact us at privacy@bitcoinnews.com. We will respond to verifiable requests in accordance with applicable law and may require information to verify your identity.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of the policy. If changes are material, we may provide notice through the site or by sending an email to subscribers. Continued use of the site after a change constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at privacy@bitcoinnews.com or by mail at: Bitcoin News, 123 Crypto Way, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA. We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.