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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Monday, February 3, 2025

CryptoNewsTracker.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and other applicable laws.


1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Data

  • Directly Provided: Email address (for newsletters), public wallet addresses (if voluntarily shared for analysis).
  • Automatically Collected: IP address, device type, browser, geolocation (city-level), pages visited, session duration.

B. Non-Personal Data

Aggregated analytics (e.g., “60% of users read AI articles”) that cannot identify you.


2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process EU/UK user data under:

  • Consent (e.g., newsletters, cookies).
  • Contractual Necessity (e.g., account creation).
  • Legitimate Interests (e.g., fraud prevention, analytics).
  • Legal Obligations (e.g., tax compliance).

3. How We Use Your Data

PurposeExamplesLegal Basis
Service DeliveryNewsletters, market alertsConsent/Contract
AnalyticsTraffic trends, content optimizationLegitimate Interests
SecurityDetect hacking, phishing, or scamsLegal Obligation

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. Limited sharing occurs with:

  • Processors: Trusted vendors (e.g., email services, cloud providers) bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by subpoenas, court orders, or regulators (e.g., SEC, FTC).

5. Your Rights

GDPR (EU/UK)

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccuracies.
  • Erasure: Delete your data (exceptions apply).
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from emails or disable cookies.

CCPA/CPRA (California)

  • Right to Know: Categories of data collected.
  • Right to Delete: Remove personal information.
  • Opt-Out of “Sales”: We do not sell data.
  • Non-Discrimination: No penalties for exercising rights.

Submit Requests: Email [email protected] (response within 30 days).


6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., login sessions).
  • Analytics Cookies: Track usage patterns via Google Analytics (disable via browser settings).
  • No Third-Party Marketing Cookies: We do not use ads or retargeting tools.

7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

  • Age Restriction: Services are not directed to users under 16.
  • No Collection: We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Report accidental collection to [email protected].

8. Data Security

  • Encryption: HTTPS protocol for all data transfers.
  • Access Controls: Strict role-based permissions for staff.
  • Breach Protocols: Immediate investigation and notification for EU users (72-hour GDPR window).

9. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction (e.g., U.S. servers). We use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and EU-US Data Privacy Framework to protect EU/UK data.


10. Retention Periods

  • Newsletter Data: Retained until unsubscription.
  • Analytics Data: 24 months.
  • Legal Records: 7 years (tax, regulatory compliance).

11. Third-Party Links

We link to external sites (e.g., crypto exchanges, NFT marketplaces). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.


12. Financial Advice Disclaimer

CryptoNewsTracker.com provides informational content only. We are not financial advisors, brokers, or tax experts. Cryptocurrency, NFTs, and blockchain investments carry risks, including total loss of capital. Always:

  • Conduct independent research.
  • Consult licensed professionals before making decisions.

13. Policy Updates

Changes will be posted here with a new Effective Date. Material changes will notify users via email or site banners.


14. Contact Us

For privacy requests, data deletion, or questions:
Email[email protected]