Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Headline, LLC ("Headline," "we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at headline.club (the "Site") and use our Headline: Local News and Events mobile application (the "App"), collectively referred to as our "Platform."

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Subscribe to our newsletters
• Submit articles or content
• Contact us for support or inquiries
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, location/city preferences, news interests and topics, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits)
• Location data (with your permission)
• Usage data (how you interact with our Platform)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as social media platforms, analytics providers, and advertising partners, in accordance with their terms and policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Platform
• Deliver personalized news content and recommendations based on your location and interests
• Send you newsletters, updates, and promotional communications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Process transactions and manage your account
• Analyze usage patterns and trends to enhance user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• Send administrative information, such as changes to our terms and policies

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, email delivery, customer service, and marketing assistance.

4.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).

4.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information when we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to government requests.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us your explicit consent to do so.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where we rely on consent to process your information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@headline.club. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to enhance your experience on our Platform. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Platform.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@headline.club.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from the laws of your country. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection in the jurisdictions in which we process it.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Platform and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Platform after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: