Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

DairyNews7x7 ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Account credentials (username and password)
• Profile information and preferences
• Comments and feedback you submit
• Newsletter subscription information

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Click patterns and navigation paths

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities and to improve your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

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

• Providing, maintaining, and improving our services
• Personalizing your experience and content recommendations
• Sending newsletters and promotional communications (with your consent)
• Responding to your comments, questions, and requests
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends to improve our website
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues and security threats
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, email delivery, and customer support.

4.2 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 or government agencies).

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

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

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

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.

6. Data Retention

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

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. 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 websites you visit.

10. Analytics Services

We use analytics services such as Google Analytics to help us understand how users interact with our website. These services collect information such as:

• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on pages
• Traffic sources and user demographics
• Device and browser information

You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

13. GDPR Compliance (For EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• Right to restrict processing of your personal data
• Right to data portability

We process your personal data based on your consent, our legitimate interests, or to fulfill contractual obligations.