Privacy Policy

Introduction

Worldzone ("we", "us", or "our") is a community-driven platform dedicated to aggregating and curating reliable global news from verified external sources. Our focus encompasses a wide range of topics, including current political developments, international relations between nations, military strategies and conflicts, financial markets, economic trends, and other significant world events. We are deeply committed to respecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents, and other relevant international data protection standards. This policy outlines how we handle information, ensuring transparency, security, and user control over data. By using our platform, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described herein. We encourage you to read this policy carefully and contact us with any questions.

Information We Collect

At Worldzone, we prioritize minimal data collection to enhance your experience while accessing aggregated news on global affairs. We do not collect personal data directly from users unless absolutely necessary for functionality. However, through integrated third-party services, certain information may be gathered to support features like language translation and site analytics. Below is a detailed breakdown of the types of information that may be collected:

• Google Translate (for language switching, supporting multiple languages including Vietnamese and Chinese): This service may collect anonymized usage data to improve translation accuracy. For more details on how Google handles this data, please refer to their Privacy Policy. We use this solely to make our global news content accessible to a diverse audience.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: These are employed for essential functions such as session management, remembering user preferences (e.g., selected language or theme), and ensuring smooth navigation across our platform. We do not use cookies for tracking purposes beyond what's necessary for functionality. Users have full control and can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings at any time. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain features of the site.
• Analytics Tools (if enabled): We may utilize services like Google Analytics to gather anonymous, aggregated data on site usage, such as page views, session duration, and general geographic location (derived from IP addresses). This helps us understand user engagement with news topics like politics or economics without identifying individuals. Opt-out options are available through the respective tool providers, and we respect Do Not Track signals where applicable.
• Device and Log Information: Automatically collected data may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referral sources. This is used to diagnose technical issues, prevent fraud, and optimize content delivery for news on international relations and military affairs.

How We Use Your Information

The limited data we collect or access through third parties is used exclusively to enhance and personalize your experience on Worldzone. For instance, language preferences help in translating news articles on economic policies or political events into your preferred language, making global information more accessible. We do not sell, rent, or share your data with any third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. Our platform's aggregated content on finance, economy, and other world news is provided strictly for informational and educational purposes, and we encourage users to verify facts from original sources. Additionally, analytics data assists us in improving site performance, such as prioritizing popular topics like international diplomacy or military updates. We commit to using data responsibly, ensuring it aligns with safe and ethical practices to prevent any misuse in the context of sensitive news reporting.

Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

We empower users with comprehensive rights over their data to foster trust and compliance with global privacy laws. Under GDPR, EU users can request access to their data, rectification of inaccuracies, erasure (right to be forgotten), restriction of processing, data portability, and objection to processing. Similarly, under CCPA, California residents have the right to know what data is collected, request deletion, opt-out of data sales (though we do not sell data), and non-discrimination for exercising these rights. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at mail@worldzone.news with a detailed request. We will respond within the legally required timeframe (e.g., 30 days for GDPR, 45 days for CCPA) and may require identity verification for security. For EU users, we have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who can be reached at the same email for any privacy concerns. We also provide mechanisms for opting out of analytics or cookies directly on the site where feasible.

Children's Privacy

Worldzone is designed for adult audiences interested in in-depth global news coverage, such as political analyses or economic forecasts. Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 13, in accordance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar regulations worldwide. We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from minors under 13. If we become aware that such data has been collected inadvertently, we will promptly delete it from our systems. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information are encouraged to contact us immediately at mail@worldzone.news for assistance in removal.

International Transfers

As a global platform aggregating news from around the world, data processing may occur in various locations, including the United States (via services like MicroCMS or Google). We implement appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) under GDPR, to ensure that international data transfers meet high standards of protection. These measures protect user data regardless of where it is processed, maintaining confidentiality and integrity for sensitive topics like military affairs or international relations.

Changes to This Policy

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or platform features, such as new ways to curate economic or financial news. Any significant changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date, and we may notify users via email or prominent site notices if the changes materially affect your rights. We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.