Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 26, 2025

At Wilmington News, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

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

  • Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
  • Account information when you create an account
  • Contact information when you reach out to us
  • Comments and feedback you provide on our articles

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device information and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our news services
  • To send you newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To analyze website usage and improve user experience
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To prevent fraud and ensure website security

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With your explicit consent
  • To comply with legal requirements or court orders
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety
  • With trusted service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
  • In connection with a business transfer or merger

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Provide personalized content
  • Improve website functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and database protection
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Object to processing of your personal information
  • Data portability (receive a copy of your data)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at team@wilmingtonnews.net

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.

Contact Us

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

Email: team@wilmingtonnews.net

Address: Wilmington News, Wilmington, NC

Phone: Contact us through our contact page