CivicLens (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website civiclens.today (the “Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, create an account, or use our news aggregation and bias-tracking services.
By accessing or using CivicLens, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide, maintain, and improve our multi-perspective news aggregation services.
Account Information: If you choose to register for an account (e.g., to save stories or track your news bias), we collect your username, email address, and encrypted password credentials.
Usage and Interaction Data:We collect data regarding how you interact with the Platform, such as editions viewed, categories explored (e.g., Politics, Defense, Justice), stories saved, and interaction metrics with our “My News Bias” feature.
Technical and Device Data: Like most websites, our servers automatically collect standard technical logs when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, access times, and pages viewed.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use local storage and cookies to maintain your session preferences, theme settings, and regional edition choices. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling them may impact specific site features.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following operational purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and secure the CivicLens platform and its state/national editions.
- To personalize your experience, including saving articles and calculating your aggregate reading bias via the “My News Bias” tool.
- To analyze platform traffic, performance bottlenecks, and ingestion pipeline health.
- To communicate with you regarding service updates, security alerts, or account management (if registered).
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Third-Party Links and Content
CivicLens aggregates headlines, snippets, and links redirecting to third-party publisher websites across India and internationally. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by CivicLens. We bear no responsibility or liability for the privacy practices, tracking mechanisms, or content of external publisher sites.
6. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children. If you become aware that a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational, technological, or legal changes. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Platform after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our administrative team at: support@civiclens.today