Privacy Policy
We are staunchly committed to protecting and meticulously safeguarding the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information relating to our website visitors and service users. This commitment extends across all our operations, systems, and processes.
This policy applies where we are acting as a data controller with respect to the personal data of our website visitors and service users; in other words, where we determine the purposes and means of the processing of that personal data. In this role, we are responsible for maintaining comprehensive oversight of how your personal information is collected, used, and protected throughout our systems.
We may process usage data (“usage data”), which comprehensively includes browser type, operating system, page views, navigation paths, timing and duration of visits, click patterns, and interaction methods. This information is collected through automated tracking tools, server logs, and analytical software and may include time spent on specific articles, most-read topics, and reading patterns. The source of this data is our analytics tracking system, including tools like web beacons and cookies. We process this information for several important purposes, including improving website performance, analyzing user behavior, optimizing content delivery, and enhancing user experience, which enables us to deliver more relevant content, improve navigation, and personalize user experiences. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in monitoring and improving our website and services.
We may process account data (“account data”), which comprehensively includes email address, username, password hash, account preferences, notification settings, and subscription status. This information is collected through registration forms, account updates, and user preferences and may include newsletter preferences, alert settings, and saved topics. The source of this data is direct user input during account creation and management. We process this information for account administration, service delivery, communication management, and security verification, which enables us to authenticate users, manage subscriptions, and provide personalized services. The legal basis for this processing is the performance of a contract between you and us and/or taking steps, at your request, to enter into such a contract.
We may process profile data (“profile data”), which comprehensively includes name, biographical information, interests, reading preferences, professional background, and profile picture. This information is collected through profile completion forms, preference settings, and user submissions and may include topic interests, professional expertise, and content preferences. The source of this data is your direct input and profile management actions. We process this information for content personalization, community features, expert verification, and user experience enhancement, which enables us to deliver targeted content, facilitate user connections, and improve recommendation systems. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interests in providing personalized services and maintaining an engaged user community.
Your Rights Under Data Protection Law:
Right to Access
You have the right to access personal data we hold about you, which means you can request a copy of your personal information and confirm how we are using it. This includes the ability to review stored data, verify processing purposes, and confirm data sharing practices. To exercise this right, you can submit a written request through our dedicated privacy portal or contact our data protection team directly. We will respond within 30 days and may require government-issued identification, proof of address, and account verification to verify your identity.
Right to Rectification
You have the right to have inaccurate personal data rectified or completed if it is incomplete. This ensures your personal information remains accurate and up-to-date in our systems. This includes the ability to update contact information, correct profile details, and amend incorrect data entries. To exercise this right, you can use our account settings interface or submit a correction request through our support system. We will respond within 15 days and may require account password verification, supporting documentation, and specific details about the information to be corrected.
Right to Erasure
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data when there is no compelling reason for its continued processing. This right, also known as ‘the right to be forgotten,’ ensures you maintain control over your personal information. This includes the ability to delete account information, remove profile data, and eliminate usage history. To exercise this right, you must submit a formal deletion request through our privacy center. We will respond within 30 days and may require account authentication, written confirmation, and specific consent withdrawal documentation.
Right to Restrict Processing
You have the right to restrict or suppress the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances. This means you can limit how we use your data while still storing it. This includes the ability to pause data processing, limit data usage, and temporarily suspend profile visibility. To exercise this right, you can submit a processing restriction request through our privacy settings. We will respond within 20 days and may require identity verification, processing specification details, and reason documentation.
Right to Data Portability
You have the right to obtain and reuse your personal data across different services. This enables you to move, copy or transfer personal data easily from one IT environment to another in a safe and secure way. This includes the ability to export account data, transfer profile information, and download usage history. To exercise this right, you can use our data export tool or submit a portability request. We will respond within 30 days and may require two-factor authentication, format specifications, and transfer destination verification.Data Processing and Security Measures
At Current View Focus, we carefully handle various types of personal data to provide our news and information services:
We process Service Data which includes account details, user preferences, and content interaction history. This processing involves automated collection and analysis, enabling us to personalize your news feed and content recommendations. For example, in the context of news, this includes tracking article views, saved stories, and topic preferences. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interest and contractual necessity, specifically to deliver personalized news content and maintain service quality.
We process Technical Data which includes device information, IP addresses, browser types, and usage patterns. This processing involves automated logging and analysis, enabling us to optimize website performance and ensure security. For example, in the context of news, this includes monitoring page load times and content delivery efficiency. The legal basis for this processing is legitimate interest, specifically to maintain service reliability and prevent unauthorized access.
We process Communication Data which includes email correspondence, newsletter subscriptions, and feedback submissions. This processing involves storage and analysis of communication records, enabling us to respond to inquiries and improve our services. For example, in the context of news, this includes story submissions and editorial feedback. The legal basis for this processing is consent and legitimate interest, specifically to maintain effective communication channels.
We process Transaction Data which includes subscription details, payment records, and service usage history. This processing involves secure payment processing and record keeping, enabling us to manage subscriptions and provide access to premium content. For example, in the context of news, this includes premium article access and subscription renewals. The legal basis for this processing is contractual necessity and legal obligation.
We process Preference Data which includes content preferences, notification settings, and personalization choices. This processing involves preference tracking and implementation, enabling us to customize your experience. For example, in the context of news, this includes topic interests and reading preferences. The legal basis for this processing is consent and legitimate interest.
Security Measures
To protect your data, we implement:
Our comprehensive encryption protocols ensure end-to-end protection of your data, incorporating industry-standard algorithms and regular security updates to maintain data integrity. This includes regular security assessments and penetration testing by qualified professionals.
We implement multi-layered security infrastructure, including advanced firewalls and intrusion detection systems that continuously monitor for and prevent unauthorized access attempts. This infrastructure undergoes regular updates and enhancements.
Access to personal data is strictly controlled through role-based permissions, multi-factor authentication, and detailed access logs. We maintain comprehensive audit trails of all data access and modifications.
Our continuous monitoring systems provide real-time threat detection and automated response protocols, ensuring immediate action against potential security threats.
We maintain comprehensive backup procedures with encrypted offsite storage and regular recovery testing, ensuring data availability and integrity.
All staff undergo regular security awareness training and must comply with detailed data protection protocols, including specific training for handling sensitive data.
International Data Transfers
We may transfer your personal data to countries outside your jurisdiction. These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses, Privacy Shield certification, and Binding Corporate Rules. Each international transfer is conducted under strict protocols that ensure:
– Adequate data protection standards
– Compliant processing procedures
– Enforceable data subject rights
– Effective legal remedies
International transfers are protected by GDPR standards, ISO 27001 certification, and local data protection laws, ensuring compliance with international privacy regulations. We implement additional measures including:
– Regular compliance audits
– Data protection impact assessments
– Documented transfer mechanisms
– Continuous monitoring procedures
Regarding international transfers, you maintain specific rights including:
– Right to information about transfers
– Right to object to transfers
– Right to withdraw consent
– Right to data protection guarantees
Data Retention
We maintain specific retention periods for different data categories:
RETENTION PERIODS:
– Account Information: 7 years after account closure to comply with legal requirements and handle potential disputes
– Usage Data: 2 years to analyze long-term usage patterns and improve services
– Transaction Records: 7 years to comply with financial regulations and tax requirements
– Communication History: 3 years to maintain service continuity and handle ongoing discussions
– Technical Logs: 1 year for security monitoring and system optimization
These retention periods are determined by:
– Legal requirements
– Business purposes
– Technical necessities
– User preferences
Special circumstances affecting retention:
– Legal obligations
– Dispute resolution
– Security investigationsCookie Policy for Current View Focus
Essential cookies are fundamental to website functionality. These cookies manage user authentication, maintain security protocols, and ensure proper site operations. We use them specifically for user login states, protecting against unauthorized access, managing active sessions, maintaining technical stability, and ensuring seamless navigation across our news platform. For example, these cookies retain your login status while reading multiple articles and protect your account security.
Functional cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences. They enable language selection for international news coverage, deliver region-specific content relevant to your location, customize your user interface layout, optimize feature accessibility, and maintain your personalized settings for news categories and display preferences.
Analytics cookies help us understand user behavior. They collect information about how you interact with news articles, your navigation patterns through different sections, which features you use most frequently, how long you spend reading specific content, and your content preferences. This helps us deliver more relevant news and improve our service.
Performance cookies assess and improve website operation by monitoring load times for news articles, identifying technical issues in content delivery, optimizing media streaming, analyzing user experience with interactive features, and tracking system performance during high-traffic news events. These cookies ensure smooth access to breaking news and multimedia content.
Cookie Management
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, our dedicated cookie consent tool, privacy preferences center, and account settings. We respect your right to modify these settings at any time.
GDPR Compliance
For EU residents, we ensure explicit consent collection before cookie deployment, minimize data collection to essential information only, limit data use to stated purposes, implement strict storage time limits, and maintain complete transparency in our data processing activities.
CCPA Compliance
California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. These include the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion of their data, opt-out of data sales, receive equal service regardless of privacy choices, and access their collected information.
COPPA Compliance
Regarding users under 13, we implement strict age verification processes, require parental consent for data collection, limit data collection to essential information only, maintain special protection measures for young users’ data, and provide parents with access rights to their children’s information.
Updates and Changes
Our policy update process includes regular review procedures, user notifications of significant changes, consent renewal requirements when necessary, clear documentation of all modifications, and continuous compliance monitoring with current regulations.
Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries:
Primary Contact: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 48 hours
Verification Required: For data-related requests
Available Support: Privacy concerns, data requests, rights exercise
This policy was created specifically for currentviewfocus.com and covers all associated services within the news industry.