Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 09-16-24
1. Introduction
Welcome to Dawn (”we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://news.dawn.audio, use our podcast services, and participate in our Discord channel.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the site or our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Data
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter.
- Register on our site or Discord channel.
- Participate in promotions or surveys.
- Contact us via email or through our contact forms.
- Interact with our podcast services.
Personal information may include, but is not limited to:
- Name.
- Email address.
- Username (for site or Discord registration).
- Any other information you choose to provide.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you access the website, our automated systems may collect certain information automatically, including:
- Usage Data: Information about your interaction with our site, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and other actions taken.
- Device and Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers.
- Location Data: Approximate location based on your IP address.
2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. They may include anonymous unique identifiers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To Provide and Maintain Our Services: Ensure our website functions properly and provide you with the content and services you request.
- To Personalize Your Experience: Customize content and recommendations based on your preferences and interactions.
- To Improve Our Services: Analyze usage trends and patterns to enhance user experience and optimize site functionality.
- To Communicate with You: Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials, and respond to your inquiries.
- To Manage Your Account: Manage your registration as a user of the service.
- To Monitor and Analyze Trends: Use aggregated data to understand how our users interact with our services.
- For Marketing and Advertising: Provide you with news, special offers, and general information about other goods, services, and events which we offer.
- For Legal and Compliance Purposes: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
4.1 With Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as:
- Hosting and server providers.
- Analytics services.
- Advertising networks.
- Customer support providers.
4.2 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4.3 Legal Obligations
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
4.4 With Your Consent
We may disclose your personal information for any other purpose with your consent.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure server environments.
- Encryption of data where appropriate.
- Restricted access to personal information to authorized personnel only.
However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
6. Your Choices and Rights
6.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections of any inaccuracies.
6.2 Opt-Out of Communications
You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those communications or by contacting us directly.
6.3 Data Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions prescribed by law.
6.4 Cookies
Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at
[email protected].
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. The content on our website may be inappropriate for children.
If you are under 16, please do not use our website or provide any personal information to us. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at
[email protected]. We will take steps to remove such information and terminate the child’s account.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information, including personal data, may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ.
By providing us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside of your country of residence.
9. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and applications that are not operated by us. Once you have clicked on a third-party link and leave our site, any information you provide to these third parties is not covered by this Privacy Policy.
We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
10.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Functional Cookies: Enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.
- Targeting Cookies: Record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed.
10.2 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies using your browser settings. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience.
11. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
Our website uses AI and automated systems to deliver content and personalize user experiences. This may involve automated decision-making processes that could affect you, such as:
- Content recommendations.
- Personalized advertising.
If you have questions or concerns about these processes, please contact us at
[email protected].
12. Content Disclaimer
Our website aggregates news and content that may be inappropriate for certain ages, including but not limited to:
- Explicit language.
- Mature or suggestive themes.
- Content not suitable for minors.
Viewer discretion is advised. We are not responsible for the content of external sites or the accuracy of the news aggregated.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email:
[email protected]
