Privacy Policy
Your privacy and data protection are fundamental to our commitment to trustworthy journalism.
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Introduction
RedStatePost ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our services.
We believe transparency is essential to building trust with our readers. This policy reflects our commitment to handling your data responsibly and in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Email Subscription: Email addresses when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact Information: Name, email, and message when you contact us
- Comments: Name and email when you comment on articles
- News Tips: Information you provide when submitting news tips
Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click behavior
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- IP Address: For analytics and security purposes
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device for functionality and analytics
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
- Deliver newsletters and content updates
- Respond to your inquiries and communications
- Improve our website functionality and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and reader engagement
- Prevent fraud and ensure website security
- Comply with legal obligations
Editorial Independence
We never use your personal information to influence our editorial content or news coverage. Our journalism remains independent of our data collection practices.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
RedStatePost does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Limited Sharing
We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted partners who help operate our website (email services, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or sale (with continued privacy protections)
- Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for basic website functionality and security
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how readers use our website
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and preferences
Advertising Cookies
Deliver relevant advertisements (you can opt out)
Cookie Control: You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Regular Updates: Security patches and system updates
- Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats
- Training: Regular staff training on data protection practices
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use caution when sharing sensitive information online.
Your Privacy Rights
Your Rights Include
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Object: Object to certain processing activities
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.
International Users
RedStatePost is based in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our website, you consent to such transfer.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
General Contact: [email protected]
Data Protection Officer: [email protected]
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