This Privacy Policy outlines how Realish News ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal information obtained through our website, https://www.realishnews.com, and related social media platforms we manage. Our platform offers parody content, including newsletters, articles, videos, editorials, merchandise, and associated features (collectively, the "Services"). This policy, together with our Terms of Use (collectively, the "Conditions of Use"), governs your interaction with our Services, including website access, subscriptions, purchases, and other offerings provided directly or via third-party partners.

PLEASE READ THIS PRIVACY POLICY AND OUR TERMS OF USE CAREFULLY. THEY INCLUDE AN AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE AND OTHER KEY DETAILS ABOUT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. BY USING OUR WEBSITE OR SERVICES, YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING THOSE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, PLEASE DO NOT USE OUR WEBSITE OR SERVICES.

This Privacy Policy takes effect as of August 14, 2025, and applies to all personal information we have collected, used, or shared before and after this date, as permitted by law. By continuing to engage with our Services after this date, you consent to the terms of this updated Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

Personal Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect personal information you voluntarily submit, including:

• Contact Information: Your email address, phone number, or social media usernames.
• Payment Details: Information processed by our third-party payment providers for transactions, such as your name, billing address, and payment card details. We do not store payment card information on our servers; it is managed by our payment processors per their terms and privacy policies.
• Communications: Correspondence with us, such as inquiries, feedback, or comments submitted online.
• Viewing History: Details about articles you've viewed, read, shared, or interacted with on our platform.
• Promotions and Surveys: Information provided when participating in contests, giveaways, surveys, or promotions, including your name, contact details, and responses.
• Event Media: Photos or videos taken at our events, with your consent where required by law.
• Marketing Preferences: Your choices regarding newsletters, promotional emails, or other marketing content, and how you interact with them.
• Other Data: Additional information you provide, used as described in this policy or disclosed at the time of collection.

If you share third-party personal information (e.g., a friend's details), you are responsible for informing them and obtaining their consent for us to process their data per this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

Automatically Collected Data

We, along with our service providers and partners, may collect information about you, your device, or your activity, including:

• Device Information: Details like your device's operating system, browser type, screen resolution, IP address, unique identifiers, and language settings.
• Usage Data: Information about pages visited, navigation patterns, time spent on our Services, and interactions with our emails or links.
• Location Data: General location (e.g., city or zip code) to customize content or pricing, and, with your permission, precise geolocation for tailored ads or content. You can manage geolocation settings via your device.

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect this data. For details, see our Cookie Policy.

Information from Other Sources

We may obtain data from external sources, including:

• Social Media Platforms: If you interact with our pages on platforms like Instagram or LinkedIn, we may receive information based on your privacy settings and the platform's policies.
• Third-Party Logins: When you log in via services like Google, we receive information (e.g., email or name) based on your settings with those services.
• Other Sources: Demographic or other data from marketing partners, public records, or data providers.

How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your information for purposes outlined below or as disclosed at collection:

• Service Delivery: To operate, maintain, and provide access to our Services, fulfilling our contractual obligations or legitimate interests.
• Third-Party Login Support: To enable access via third-party providers, enhancing usability.
• User Profile Management: To create and personalize your profile for a tailored experience.
• Communication: To send updates, security alerts, or respond to your inquiries, based on our contractual or legitimate interests.
• Service Improvement: To enhance, secure, and personalize our Services by analyzing usage, troubleshooting issues, and conducting research.
• Promotions and Surveys: To manage contests, giveaways, or surveys, seeking your consent for identifiable publications.
• Research and Development: To improve our Services and business, including using anonymized data for analytics and promotion.
• Marketing: To send newsletters, promotions, or targeted ads via third-party partners, based on legitimate interests or your consent. You can opt out as described below.
• Compliance and Protection: To meet legal obligations, protect rights, enforce terms, and prevent fraud or illegal activity.

How We Share Your Personal Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties providing hosting, customer support, payment processing, or analytics services.
• Advertising Partners: Companies using cookies or similar tools for interest-based ads, as detailed in our Cookie Policy.
• Professional Advisors: Lawyers, auditors, or insurers for professional services.
• Authorities: Law enforcement or government entities for compliance or legal purposes.
• Business Transferees: Parties involved in mergers, acquisitions, or similar transactions.
• With Your Consent: Third parties you authorize us to share with.

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

You have the following options regarding your personal information:

• Opt Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from marketing emails by following instructions in our communications or contacting us.
• Data Requests: Depending on your location, you may request:
  • Details on how we process your data (provided in this policy).
  • A copy of your data in a portable format.
  • Correction or deletion of your data.
  • Opt-out of data sharing or targeted advertising via our website's "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link or Global Privacy Control settings.
  • Appeal a denied request by contacting us.
• Additional Rights: In regions like the EEA or UK, you may object to processing, restrict use, or withdraw consent. You can also complain to your local data protection authority (e.g., EEA authorities or UK ICO).

To exercise these rights, contact us as outlined below. We may verify your identity, and rights may be limited if they conflict with legal obligations or others' rights. We do not discriminate based on your exercise of these rights.

Third-Party Services

Our Services may link to third-party websites or apps. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing information.

Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your data, but no online transmission is fully secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are not for users under 18. We will delete any data collected from minors without parental consent.

International Data Transfers

Your data is processed in the United States and may be transferred to other jurisdictions. We use safeguards like adequacy decisions or contractual protections to ensure compliance with applicable laws. Contact us for details.

Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described, per our retention policies and legal requirements.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy, notifying you by revising the effective date and posting the updated version online.

How to Contact Us

Realish News is the data controller for personal information under this policy. For questions, comments, or to exercise your rights, email us at [insert email address].