Last Updated: 2025
Version 1.0
This Privacy Policy explains what personal information (“personal data”) VIP News Media collects, how we use it, when we may share it, and the rights you have over your information.
We may also provide additional notices for specific products, features, or events — for example, our Cookies Notice explains how we use cookies and similar technologies.
- Who We Are
VIP News Media is a digital news and media organization providing global news coverage, original reporting, digital publications, and multimedia content across our websites, apps, and partner platforms.
This Privacy Policy applies to our global digital and marketing operations, including:
• The international version of our website and app
• Advertising services across VIP News Media digital platforms
• Our newsletters, digital campaigns, and branded content
• Events, promotions, surveys, and audience engagement activities
• Online communities and comment features on our website
• Third-party platforms where VIP News Media publishes or promotes content
What’s Not Covered
This policy does not cover information collected by:
• Third-party websites or platforms we link to
• Independent publishers, partners, or licensees using VIP News Media branding
• Social media platforms (which have their own privacy policies)
• Contributors submitting content under separate agreements
• Job applicants, employees, or contractors (covered under separate notices)
- How We Collect Information About You
We collect personal information in the following ways depending on how you interact with us:
A. Information You Provide Directly
This includes information you give us when you:
• Create an account on VIP News Media
• Comment, upload content, or participate in discussions
• Subscribe to newsletters or notifications
• Register for events, promotions, or competitions
• Communicate with us via email, forms, chat, or social media
We will always explain why certain information is required when it is not obvious.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our websites or apps, we automatically collect:
• Device details (browser, model, OS)
• IP address and general location
• Pages viewed, time spent, navigation patterns
• Interaction with ads, newsletters, and notifications
This happens via cookies, log files, pixels, and similar technologies. See our Cookies Notice for more.
C. Information We Infer
We may infer preferences or interests based on:
• Content you read
• Frequency of visits
• Time of day you browse
• Device type and interaction patterns
We do not infer sensitive information (e.g., religion, health, political beliefs).
D. Information From Social Media or Third-Party Platforms
If you interact with our posts, pages, or campaigns on platforms such as Facebook, X, Instagram, or YouTube, we may receive:
• Your username or handle
• Comments, likes, and interactions
• Content you submit to us
• Profile information permitted by your platform settings
E. Information From Third Parties
We may receive additional data from:
• Market research agencies
• Advertising partners
• Data analytics providers
• Publicly available sources
• Data brokers, where permitted by law
- How We Use Your Information
We use personal information in ways aligned with our relationship with you. Below is a summary of how and why we use your data.
A. To Provide Our Services and Manage Your Account
For example, to:
• Create and manage your VIP News Media account
• Authenticate logins and provide access to restricted features
• Process newsletter subscriptions
• Send service updates and essential notices
• Deliver content based on your preferences
• Handle customer service requests
• Register you for events or competitions
Information used may include:
Name, email, phone number, age, country, account details, usage history, communication preferences, purchase details (if applicable).
B. To Maintain and Protect Our Services
For:
• Troubleshooting and service improvement
• System monitoring, security, and fraud prevention
• Detecting unlawful activity or misuse
• Enforcing our Terms of Service
Information used:
IP address, device identifiers, log data, account activity.
C. To Facilitate Interaction and User-Generated Content
If you comment, upload photos/videos, or interact with our content, we may:
• Display your content publicly
• Contact you for permission to use your content
• Verify age or request consent for minors appearing in submissions
D. To Send Newsletters, Offers, and News Updates
If you subscribe, we send:
• Editorial newsletters
• Breaking news alerts
• Exclusive offers, updates, and promotions
• Recommendations based on your interests
You can unsubscribe anytime.
E. To Personalise Content and User Experience
We tailor:
• Website content
• Recommended stories
• Push notifications
• Email content
Based on your behavior, preferences, and cookie choices.
F. To Deliver Advertising and Measure Its Effectiveness
We display advertising on our platforms and may:
• Show personalized or contextual ads
• Measure performance of ad campaigns
• Use hashed identifiers (e.g., encrypted email or IP)
• Create audience groups with shared characteristics
• Work with advertising partners to serve relevant ads
You may opt out of personalized advertising via browser and cookie settings.
G. To Conduct Analytics, Market Research & Improve Our Services
We may analyze:
• How you use our website/app
• Performance of our content
• Campaign effectiveness
• Audience trends
• Product and feature improvements
We may use machine learning and analytics tools to better understand our audience.
H. To Invite You to Take Part in Surveys or Research
This includes:
• Audience feedback
• Product testing
• Market studies
Participation is always optional.
Your Rights
Depending on your country, you may have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your data
• Request deletion
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Opt out of marketing
• Restrict certain uses of your data
Instructions for exercising your rights will be provided within our services or via our support team.
