Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 6, 2026
Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Introduction: APNews.ai (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “APNews.ai”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we collect through our website and services, how we use and disclose that information, and the choices you have regarding your data.

1. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information that APNews.ai collects through our website at apnews.ai and any related mobile applications or digital services (collectively, the “Services”). By using any of our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, including any changes made as described in Section 11 below.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to:

Information you may provide to us outside the Services, such as by phone, mail, or in person
Third-party websites or services that may be linked from our Services
Information practices of our business partners or advertisers

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

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

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password
Communication Information: When you contact us or subscribe to newsletters, we collect your name, email address, and message content
Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to add to your profile, such as preferences for news topics
User Content: Comments, posts, or other content you submit through our Services

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: Information about your device, including device type, operating system, browser type, and unique device identifiers
Usage Information: Information about how you interact with our Services, including pages viewed, articles read, time spent on pages, links clicked, and search queries
Location Information: General geographic location based on your IP address
Log Data: Server logs that may include IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information and improve our Services. These technologies help us:

Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how you use our Services
Provide personalized content and recommendations
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Deliver targeted advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Services.

2.4 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

Social media platforms when you choose to connect your account or share our content
Analytics providers who help us understand user behavior
Advertising partners who help us deliver relevant ads
Publicly available sources and data providers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services

Deliver news content and personalized recommendations
Maintain and improve the functionality of our Services
Develop new features and services
Customize your experience based on your preferences and reading history

3.2 To Communicate With You

Send you newsletters, breaking news alerts, and other content you’ve subscribed to
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Send administrative messages and service updates
Notify you about changes to our Services or policies

3.3 For Analytics and Research

Analyze how users interact with our Services
Conduct research and generate insights about news consumption patterns
Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
Measure the effectiveness of our content and advertising

3.4 For Advertising and Marketing

Display personalized advertisements based on your interests
Measure advertising effectiveness
Provide you with promotional offers and marketing communications (with your consent)

3.5 For Safety and Security

Protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies
Comply with legal obligations
Protect the rights, property, and safety of APNews.ai, our users, and others

4. How We Share Your Information

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

4.1 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

Hosting and content delivery services
Analytics providers
Email service providers
Advertising networks and partners
Customer support services

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 For Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to:

Legal processes, such as subpoenas or court orders
Government or regulatory requests
Investigation of potential violations of our Terms of Service
Protection of the rights, property, or safety of APNews.ai, our users, or the public

4.3 Business Transfers

If APNews.ai is involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our Services of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.

4.4 With Your Consent

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

4.5 Aggregated or De-identified Information

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. This information may be shared with partners, advertisers, researchers, or other third parties.

5. Social Media and Third-Party Integrations

Our Services may include features that enable you to interact with social media platforms and share content. When you use these features:

The social media platform may collect information about your visit to our Services
Your interaction with these features is governed by the privacy policy of the social media platform
We may receive information from the social media platform in accordance with their policies and your privacy settings

We may also include tools that allow you to share articles or content from our Services to your social media profiles. Please review the privacy policies of any social media platforms you use in connection with our Services.

6. International Data Transfers

APNews.ai operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

When we transfer your information internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives an adequate level of protection, including:

Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
Ensuring our service providers maintain appropriate security measures
Complying with applicable data protection frameworks

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

Provide you with our Services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
Maintain appropriate business records

The retention period varies depending on the type of information and the purposes for which we use it. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information. You can do this by:

Logging into your account and updating your profile settings
Contacting us at the email address provided below

8.2 Email Communications

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by:

Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional email
Updating your email preferences in your account settings
Contacting us directly

Please note that even if you opt out of promotional emails, we may still send you non-promotional messages, such as account notifications or important service updates.

8.3 Cookie Controls

You can control cookies through:

Your browser settings (most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies)
Our cookie preference center (if available)
Third-party opt-out tools for advertising cookies

8.4 Additional Rights (Depending on Your Location)

Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights, including:

Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your information
Right to Data Portability: Receive a copy of your information in a portable format
Right to Object: Object to our processing of your information for certain purposes
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent where we rely on consent to process your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

If you believe that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and audits
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Employee training on data security and privacy

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
Post the revised policy on our Services
Notify you of material changes via email or through a prominent notice on our Services

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our Services after changes have been posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

12. California Privacy Rights

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

Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

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

The right to access your personal data
The right to rectification of inaccurate data
The right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
The right to restrict processing
The right to data portability
The right to object to processing
The right to withdraw consent
The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: Where you have given consent for specific processing activities
Contract: To provide our Services and fulfill our contractual obligations
Legal Obligation: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
Legitimate Interests: For our legitimate business interests, such as improving our Services and ensuring security

14. Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Services do not respond to DNT signals or similar mechanisms.

15. Contact Us

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

APNews.ai
Email: privacy@apnews.ai
Website: https://apnews.ai

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of receipt.

Thank you for trusting APNews.ai with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with transparent, accurate, and unbiased news coverage.