Privacy Policy
Your trust matters. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and the choices you have.
1. Overview
GlanceDigest Media Inc. ("GlanceDigest," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website GlanceDigest.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, subscribe to our newsletters, or otherwise interact with our digital properties.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
By using GlanceDigest.com, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter — We collect your email address to deliver "The Morning Digest" and other newsletters.
- Submit a contact form — We collect your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
- Submit a news tip — We collect any information you choose to share, including your name and contact details.
- Register for an account — If account features are available, we collect your name, email, and password.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we and our third-party service providers automatically collect certain technical information:
- Device and browser information — IP address, browser type and version, operating system, screen resolution.
- Usage data — Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, click paths, and interaction events.
- Cookies and similar technologies — See Section 4 (Cookies) below for details.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive aggregated, non-personal demographic data from analytics providers, advertising networks, and social media platforms. We do not combine this data with personally identifiable information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our content — Delivering articles, newsletters, and features you request.
- Personalizing your experience — Recommending articles and tailoring content based on your reading preferences.
- Communicating with you — Sending newsletters, responding to inquiries, and providing customer support.
- Analytics and research — Understanding how readers engage with our content to improve quality and relevance.
- Advertising — Serving relevant advertisements through our advertising partners (see Section 5).
- Security and fraud prevention — Detecting and preventing misuse, spam, and unauthorized access.
- Legal compliance — Fulfilling legal obligations and protecting our rights.
5. Third-Party Advertising
We may use third-party advertising companies to serve ads when you visit our Site. These companies may use information about your visits to this and other websites to provide advertisements about goods and services of interest to you.
Third-party advertising partners we may work with include:
- Google AdSense / Google Ad Manager — Uses cookies to serve ads based on prior visits. Google's Advertising Policy
- Amazon Associates — May earn advertising fees through links to Amazon.com.
- Other ad networks — We may partner with additional networks that adhere to industry privacy standards.
Interest-Based Advertising Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized advertising from participating networks through:
6. Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our Site:
- Google Analytics — Collects aggregated usage data. Google may use cookies to provide this service. You can review Google's Privacy Policy or install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We do not use analytics data to identify individual users.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service providers — Third parties that perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, hosting, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal requirements — When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.
- Business transfers — In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to the terms of this policy.
- With your consent — When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
If we become aware of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by applicable law.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specifically:
- Newsletter subscriptions — Retained until you unsubscribe.
- Contact form submissions — Retained for up to 24 months for correspondence records.
- Usage data — Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months.
10. Your Privacy Rights
10.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA/UK Residents)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have the following rights:
- Right of access — Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten") — Request deletion of your data.
- Right to restrict processing — Request that we limit data processing.
- Right to data portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to object — Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
- Right to withdraw consent — Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
10.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know — Request the categories and specific pieces of personal information collected.
- Right to delete — Request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to opt-out — Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
- Right to non-discrimination — Receive equal service even if you exercise your privacy rights.
To submit a CCPA request, email [email protected] with "CCPA Request" in the subject line. We will verify your identity before processing your request.
10.3 Other U.S. State Rights
Residents of certain U.S. states (e.g., Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah) may have additional privacy rights under state law. Please contact us for more information about your specific rights.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will take steps to delete such information.
12. International Data Transfers
GlanceDigest is based in the United States. If you access our Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer. We take appropriate measures to ensure that international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required.
13. Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
14. Newsletter Unsubscribe
You can unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email we send, or by contacting us at [email protected]. We will process your request within 10 business days.
15. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we provide other mechanisms for controlling cookies and personalized advertising as described in Sections 4 and 5 above.
16. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. For material changes, we will provide a more prominent notice (such as on the homepage or via email). We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- General inquiries: Contact Form
- Mailing address: GlanceDigest Media Inc., Attn: Privacy, 1500 Market Street, Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.