Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 7th, 2026
LocalNewsIn LLC (“LocalNewsIn,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide while using LocalNewsIn.com and all affiliated websites, applications, products, and services (collectively, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide
When using our Services, you may voluntarily provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Business information
- Profile information
- Questions and answers
- Reviews
- Comments
- Event submissions
- Photos and videos
- Messages sent through forms
- Account registration information
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our websites, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Device type
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Referral source
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Search terms
- Geographic region
- Click activity
- Advertising interactions
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use:
- Cookies
- Pixels
- Analytics tools
- Local storage technologies
- Tracking technologies
to improve user experience and analyze website performance.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Operate our Services
- Improve website functionality
- Personalize content
- Respond to inquiries
- Publish community submissions
- Manage business listings
- Deliver newsletters
- Send notifications
- Prevent fraud
- Maintain security
- Analyze website usage
- Improve advertising performance
- Comply with legal obligations
3. News Submissions and Public Content
Information submitted for publication may become publicly available.
This includes:
- Comments
- Reviews
- Event submissions
- Business listings
- Local Voices content
- Community reports
- Ask a Pro responses
- User-generated articles
Users should avoid submitting confidential information intended to remain private.
4. Business Listings and Ask a Pro Profiles
Businesses participating in directories, advertising programs, or Ask a Pro services may provide:
- Business name
- Contact information
- Website links
- Service descriptions
- Photos
- Reviews
- Frequently asked questions
Such information may be displayed publicly throughout our network.
5. Communications
We may use your contact information to send:
- Newsletters
- Updates
- Alerts
- Event information
- Promotional communications
- Service notifications
- Account-related messages
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in those communications.
6. Text Messaging and SMS
If you choose to receive SMS communications:
- Standard message and data rates may apply.
- Message frequency may vary.
- Consent is not a condition of purchase.
You may opt out at any time by replying:
STOP
You may receive confirmation of your opt-out request.
7. Advertising and Analytics
We may use third-party advertising and analytics providers to better understand website usage and improve services.
These providers may collect information regarding:
- Website visits
- Device information
- Browsing behavior
- Advertising interactions
Advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to deliver relevant advertisements.
8. Third-Party Services
Our Services may integrate with or link to third-party services, including:
- Social media platforms
- Mapping services
- Video providers
- Analytics services
- Advertising networks
- Email marketing platforms
- Payment processors
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.
9. Artificial Intelligence Services
Certain features of our Services may utilize artificial intelligence technologies.
Information submitted through AI-powered tools may be processed to:
- Generate responses
- Improve content quality
- Provide recommendations
- Enhance user experience
Users should avoid submitting confidential, sensitive, or proprietary information through public AI-enabled features.
10. Sharing of Information
We may share information:
- With service providers
- With technology partners
- With advertisers and sponsors
- During business transfers
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights and users
- With your consent
We do not sell personal information in exchange for money.
11. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed toward children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If we learn such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.
13. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion
- Request portability
- Limit certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
14. California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws, including the right to request information regarding personal information collected, used, disclosed, or shared.
California residents may also request deletion of certain personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
15. International Users
LocalNewsIn operates globally.
If you access our Services from outside the United States, you acknowledge that information may be processed and stored in jurisdictions that may have different privacy protections than your home country.
16. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Provide Services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
- Maintain business records
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information.
17. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.
Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
18. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
LocalNewsIn LLC
Website: https://LocalNewsIn.com
Email: info@localnewsin.com
Pagosa Springs, Colorado, USA
19. Consent
By accessing or using LocalNewsIn.com and affiliated websites, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and processing of information as described in this Privacy Policy.