Privacy Policy

The Spectator (1828) Inc. (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects and safeguards the privacy of users of The Spectator World App, thespectator.com (“website”), and readers of our magazine, The Spectator World. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information across all our services, including The Spectator World app and website. This policy should be read together with our website terms and conditions.

By using our services, including The Spectator World App by The Spectator World Magazine, you agree to the collection and use of your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

What information do we collect?

We collect personal information provided by you and data collected automatically when you use the app or website. Personal data includes your name, email address, payment information, and other contact details. We may also collect indirect data such as IP addresses, device information, and behavioral patterns via cookies or other tracking technologies.

When you interact with The Spectator World app, we may gather information about your device, browsing activities, and location data (if permission is granted). This information is collected automatically and used to improve app performance, ensure the app functions properly, and optimize our services.

We collect financial information such as payment card details when you purchase a subscription or other services through the app or website. This information is processed by third-party payment processors in compliance with data protection laws.

How do we use your information?

We use the data we collect for several purposes, including:

  • Providing, operating, and maintaining the app and website
  • Processing payments and managing subscriptions
  • Personalizing content and delivering targeted advertisements
  • Monitoring app and website performance
  • Ensuring legal compliance
  • Improving user experience by analyzing behavioral data

Your personal information will only be used for the purpose for which it was collected. If we intend to use your data for additional purposes, we will inform you and obtain your consent where required.

How do we collect this information?

Information is collected in two ways:

Directly, when you provide it to us by registering, purchasing a subscription, or submitting forms on the app or website. Indirectly, through the use of cookies, log files, and analytics tools such as Google Analytics. These tools help us monitor and understand how users interact with the app and website, allowing us to enhance the overall experience.

Cookies help track user behavior, save preferences, and deliver relevant content. You can manage cookie settings via your browser or device, but please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience of the app or website.

Third-Party Sharing and Advertising

We work with third-party service providers such as analytics partners and payment processors to ensure smooth operations. These partners may access personal information necessary to perform services, such as processing payments or conducting data analysis. However, they are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and cannot use your data for any other purpose.

We also allow third-party advertisers to place cookies on our site to collect information about your browsing habits. These cookies do not contain personal information and are used to serve personalized ads based on your interests.

The Spectator (1828) Inc. does not sell or rent your personal data to third parties without your consent. We may share anonymized or aggregated data with advertisers for statistical purposes.

Data Retention and Deletion Policy

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You can request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at support@thespectator.com.

Upon receiving a deletion request, we will remove or anonymize your data unless we are required to retain it for legal or compliance purposes. Subscription-related data may be retained for auditing purposes or to resolve disputes.

Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data, including encryption of sensitive information and regular security reviews of our systems. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Any data you transmit is done so at your own risk.

Managing Your Preferences

You have the right to control how we use your personal information. You can modify your preferences for receiving marketing communications or advertisements through your account settings in the app or website. You can also opt-out of certain data processing activities by contacting us at support@thespectator.com.

You also have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, to update or correct it, and to request its deletion.

Third-Party Services and Links

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

International Transfers

The Spectator (1828) Inc. operates globally, and your personal data may be transferred to countries outside your country of residence. If data is transferred internationally, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, such as ensuring compliance with GDPR when applicable.

Children’s Privacy

The Spectator World app is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you may contact us at:

Data Department
The Spectator (1828) Inc.
5315 B FM 1960 W, #102, Houston, TX 77069
Email: support@thespectator.com

This Privacy Policy was last updated on September 18, 2024.