23 Feb, 2025

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Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

Your trust is paramount to us. The BBC is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect data in relation to BBC News Alerts.

2. Data Collection

When you subscribe to BBC News Alerts, we may collect the following information:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, and, if applicable, your mobile number.
  • Device Information: Details about the device you use to access our services, such as device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
  • Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our alerts, including the frequency and timing of alerts received.

3. Use of Data

The data we collect is used to:

  • Deliver Alerts: Provide you with timely and relevant news updates.
  • Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance the quality and content of our alerts.
  • Communication: Contact you regarding any changes or updates to the service.

4. Data Sharing and Security

We prioritize the security of your personal information and implement measures to protect it. Your data is stored securely and is not shared with third parties, except as required by law or to provide the service (e.g., using third-party platforms to send alerts). These third parties are obligated to protect your information and use it solely for the intended purpose.

5. Retention of Data

Your personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to provide the BBC News Alerts service. If you choose to unsubscribe, your data will be deleted in accordance with our data retention policies.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to you through appropriate channels.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact us at contact@bbcnewsalert.com

For more detailed information on how the BBC handles personal data, please refer to the BBC’s main Privacy and Cookies Policy.

By subscribing to BBC News Alerts, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.