Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Website: newsato.com Effective Date: June 1, 2025 Last Updated: June 1, 2025---
Introduction
Welcome to Newsato ("we," "us," or "our"), a Technology and Artificial Intelligence news and information website accessible at https://newsato.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including any other media form, media channel, or mobile version related or connected to newsato.com.
Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the site immediately. If you have questions or concerns, contact us at the address provided at the end of this document.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
1.1 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit newsato.com, certain information is collected automatically by our servers and third-party service providers, including:
- IP Address – Your internet protocol address and approximate geographic location (country, city, region).
- Browser and Device Information – Browser type and version, operating system, device type (desktop, mobile, tablet), screen resolution, and language settings.
- Usage Data – Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring URLs, and exit pages.
- Date and Time Stamps – The date and time of your visit and individual page requests.
- Traffic Source Information – How you arrived at our site (e.g., search engine, direct link, social media referral).
- Contact Us – Submit a message through our contact form, including your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Subscribe to Newsletters – Provide your name and email address to receive updates, newsletters, or notifications.
- Comment on Articles – If a comment system is available, any information you submit (such as a name, email, or website URL) in connection with a comment.
- Participate in Surveys or Promotions – Any information submitted in response to optional surveys, polls, or promotional activities we may conduct.
- Serve personalized advertisements based on your previous browsing history and interests across the web.
- Limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement.
- Measure the effectiveness and performance of ad campaigns.
- Prevent you from seeing the same ads repeatedly.
- Number of visitors and sessions
- Session duration and pages per session
- Geographic location (country and city level)
- Device and browser information
- Traffic sources and referrals
- User behavior flow through the site
- Web Beacons / Pixel Tags – Tiny graphic images embedded in emails or web pages that allow us to track whether an email was opened or a page was visited.
- Local Storage – Browser-based storage mechanisms that allow data to be stored locally on your device without expiring like cookies.
- JavaScript – Scripts used to gather device and browser information and to enable interactive features.
- Services Used: Google AdSense (advertising), Google Analytics (analytics), Google Fonts, YouTube embeds
- Privacy Policy: [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Ad Settings: [https://www.google.com/settings/ads](https://www.google.com/settings/ads)
- With Service Providers: As described in Section 4, we share data with trusted partners who help us operate the site.
- For Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal processes (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or governmental requests).
- To Protect Rights: We may disclose information where we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or act regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the safety of any person, violations of our Terms of Use, or as evidence in litigation.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
- Aggregate or Anonymized Data: We may share aggregate or anonymized data (which cannot reasonably be used to identify you) with partners, advertisers, or the public for research, marketing, or other purposes.
- View cookies currently stored on your device.
- Delete existing cookies.
- Block all cookies or specific cookies from specific websites.
- Set preferences for future cookie storage.
- Google Chrome: [https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
- Mozilla Firefox: [https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer)
- Apple Safari: [https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac)
- Microsoft Edge: [https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede5947fc64d](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede5947fc64d)
- iOS Devices: Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking and toggle off "Allow Apps to Request to Track."
- Android Devices: Go to Settings → Google → Ads and enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization."
- Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our website.
- Access controls limiting who can access collected data.
- Regular monitoring of systems for possible vulnerabilities and attacks.
- Data minimization practices—we only collect what is necessary.
This information is collected automatically through server logs, cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools, and is primarily used in aggregate, non-identifiable form to understand how our website is used and to improve performance.
1.2 Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
You are not required to provide any voluntary information. However, failure to do so may limit your ability to access certain features of the site.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive additional information about you from third-party sources, such as advertising partners, analytics providers, and social media platforms, which may be combined with other information we hold about you. We handle such information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Basis |
|---|---|
| Operate and maintain the website | Legitimate interest |
| Display relevant advertisements | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Analyze site traffic and user behavior | Legitimate interest |
| Improve website content and user experience | Legitimate interest |
| Respond to inquiries and support requests | Contractual / Legitimate interest |
| Send newsletters (if subscribed) | Consent |
| Monitor and prevent fraud or misuse | Legal obligation / Legitimate interest |
| Comply with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
| Enforce our Terms of Use | Legitimate interest |
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.
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3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, to provide analytics, and to deliver advertisements. Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period or until manually deleted).
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on newsato.com:
#### a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
#### b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most often and whether error messages are received. This data is used in aggregate form to improve how our website functions.
#### c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you have made (such as language preferences or display settings) to provide a more personalized experience.
#### d) Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant and engaging for individual users. They are also used to limit the number of times an advertisement is shown and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
3.3 Google AdSense Cookies
Newsato.com uses Google AdSense, an advertising service provided by Google LLC (or Google Ireland Limited for users in the European Economic Area). Google AdSense serves advertisements on our site and uses cookies to:
Google AdSense may use the following cookies, among others:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| `__gads` / `__gpi` | Used to serve ads and track ad performance | Up to 13 months |
| `DSID` | Used to identify a signed-in user on non-Google sites for ad personalization | 2 weeks |
| `IDE` | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report user actions after viewing/clicking an ad | 1 year |
| `NID` | Contains a unique ID Google uses to remember preferences and other information | 6 months |
| `ANID` | Used for advertising based on information about the user from past visits | 13 months |
| `1P_JAR` | Collects website statistics and tracks conversion rates | 1 month |
Google's advertising cookies allow Google and its partners to serve ads based on a user's visit to newsato.com and/or other websites on the internet. Google uses this information to show ads about goods and services that may be of interest to you.
For more information about how Google uses data when you use partners' sites or apps, please visit:
[https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites](https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites)
3.4 Google Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information about:
Google Analytics uses the following cookies:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| `_ga` | Used to distinguish users and calculate unique visitors | 2 years |
| `_gid` | Used to distinguish users between sessions | 24 hours |
| `_gat` / `_gat_UA-*` | Used to throttle request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic sites | 1 minute |
| `_gac_*` | Contains campaign-related information | 90 days |
| `_ga_*` (GA4) | Used to persist session state in Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
The data collected by Google Analytics is transmitted to and stored on Google servers, which may be located in the United States or other countries. Google will use this information on our behalf to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage.
Google Analytics data is collected pseudonymously. Your IP address is anonymized before transmission (IP anonymization is enabled where required). We have entered into a Data Processing Agreement with Google to ensure appropriate data protection standards.
You can learn more about Google Analytics privacy practices at:
[https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245](https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245)
3.5 Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
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4. Third-Party Vendors and Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party companies and individuals who assist us in operating newsato.com, conducting our business, or serving our users. These third parties have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
The key third parties we currently work with include:
4.1 Google LLC
4.2 Hosting and Infrastructure Providers
Our website hosting provider may collect server log data including IP addresses, access times, and browser information as part of normal server operations. We ensure that our hosting providers maintain appropriate security and data protection standards.
4.3 Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
We may use CDN services to improve the speed and reliability of our website. These services may set cookies or collect technical information about your device and network connection.
4.4 Social Media Platforms
Our website may include social sharing buttons or embedded content from platforms such as Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. These third-party services may collect data about you when you interact with their features. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of each platform for details on how they handle your data.
4.5 Email Service Providers
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use a third-party email marketing platform to manage subscriptions and send communications. These providers may track email open rates and link click rates on our behalf.
4.6 Comment Systems
If we implement a third-party comment system (such as Disqus), that service has its own privacy policy governing how it collects and uses user data. We encourage you to review their policies directly.
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5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
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6. Opt-Out Instructions
You have several options to control cookies and interest-based advertising:
6.1 Opt Out of Google Personalized Advertising
To opt out of Google's use of cookies for personalized advertising, visit:
[https://www.google.com/settings/ads](https://www.google.com/settings/ads)From this page, you can manage your Google ad preferences, opt out of interest-based advertising, and control what information Google uses to show you ads. You can also visit this link while signed out of your Google account to apply opt-out preferences to your browser.
6.2 Opt Out Using the NAI Opt-Out Tool
The Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) provides a centralized opt-out tool that allows you to opt out of interest-based advertising from multiple member companies simultaneously:
[https://optout.networkadvertising.org/](https://optout.networkadvertising.org/)6.3 Opt Out Using the DAA Opt-Out Tool
The Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) also offers a consumer opt-out tool:
[https://optout.aboutads.info/](https://optout.aboutads.info/)6.4 Opt Out of Google Analytics
You can prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics by downloading and installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On available at:
[https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)6.5 Browser Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
> Please Note: Opting out of interest-based advertising does not mean you will no longer see advertisements on our website. You will still see ads; however, they may be less relevant to your interests. Additionally, blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our site.
6.6 Mobile Opt-Out Options
On mobile devices, you can opt out of interest-based advertising through your device settings:
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7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Server log files (IP address, browser info) | Up to 12 months |
| Google Analytics data | 26 months (default GA setting) |
| Contact form submissions | Up to 24 months after last communication |
| Newsletter subscriber data | Until you unsubscribe + 90 days |
| Comment data | Until deletion request or account closure |
| Advertising cookie data | As specified by third-party vendors (see Section 3) |
When personal data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it. In some cases, we may anonymize data (so that it can no longer be associated with you) for research or statistical purposes, in which case we may use this information indefinitely without further notice to you.
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8. Data Security
We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. You transmit information to us at your own risk.
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9. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Newsato.com is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We comply with the **Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (