Privacy Policy

Introduction

ObjectiveNews ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our news platform and social media management services. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Account information (email address, username, profile details)
• Contact information when you reach out to us
• Payment information for premium services (processed securely by third-party providers)

Social Media Integration Data

• OAuth tokens and credentials for connected social media accounts (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter)
• Social media profile information (usernames, display names, profile IDs)
• Upload preferences and automation settings
• Content upload history and statistics

Usage and Analytics Data

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device identifiers)
• Usage patterns (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• IP address and general location information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Content Data

• News articles and content you generate or interact with
• Podcast transcripts and audio content
• Research reports and analysis
• Upload profiles and content distribution preferences

How We Use Your Information

• Service Provision: To provide and maintain our news platform and social media management services
• Content Generation: To create personalized news content, articles, and podcasts based on your preferences
• Social Media Integration: To connect with and post content to your authorized social media accounts
• Account Management: To manage your account, upload profiles, and service preferences
• Communication: To send service updates, newsletters, and respond to your inquiries
• Analytics and Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Services

We share information with third-party services necessary for our operations:

• Social Media Platforms: When you connect accounts, we share necessary data to enable posting and management features
• Cloud Services: We use secure cloud providers (Google Firebase) to store and process data
• Analytics Providers: To understand usage patterns and improve our services
• Payment Processors: For handling subscription and payment processing

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ObjectiveNews, our users, or others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure OAuth implementation for social media integrations
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Secure cloud infrastructure with enterprise-grade security

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill legal obligations:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion
• Social Media Tokens: Retained until you disconnect the account or tokens expire
• Content and Analytics: Retained for service improvement and may be anonymized for research
• Legal Compliance: Some data may be retained longer to meet legal or regulatory requirements

Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@objectivenews.com.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Social Media Cookies: Enable social media integration features

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect service functionality.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other approved mechanisms.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. For material changes, we may provide additional notice such as email notification.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: