This Privacy Policy explains how sustainability-times.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our news and media platform at https://www.sustainability-times.com.
1. Information We Collect
As a news and content website, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: such as your name, email address, or any contact information submitted via newsletter subscriptions, contact forms, or reader comments.
- User-Generated Content: such as comments you post on articles or feedback submitted through our platform.
- Usage Data: including browser type, IP address, pages viewed, time spent on the site, and referral sources — collected through analytics tools.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: see the dedicated section on cookies below.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Deliver relevant news, articles, and multimedia content.
- Enable comments, newsletters, and other user interactions.
- Improve site performance, editorial focus, and user experience.
- Respond to reader inquiries and feedback.
- Send you optional editorial newsletters or updates, if you subscribe.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with trusted service providers — such as analytics platforms, newsletter tools, or content delivery networks — strictly to support the operation of our site.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and users.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to understand reader engagement, improve content relevance, and ensure the smooth operation of the site.
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.
5. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (note: sustainability-times.com does not sell user data).
To make a request under the CCPA, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites, such as referenced sources or media partners. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies individually.
8. Children’s Privacy
sustainability-times.com is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe we have done so inadvertently, please contact us and we will promptly delete such data.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or the law. All updates will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” below will be revised accordingly.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, your data, or your rights, please reach out to us at: [email protected]
Effective Date: April 4, 2025