NovelNews ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

1) Information We Collect

• Information you provide, such as emails you send to us.
• Usage data like pages viewed, device/browser info, and approximate location.
• Cookies and similar technologies for analytics and advertising.

2) How We Use Information

• Provide and improve the site.
• Measure traffic and content performance.
• Display and measure advertisements.

3) Advertising (Google AdSense)

We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies or similar identifiers to show ads, measure performance, and limit repetition. You can manage ad preferences and consent through Cookie Settings.

4) Legal Bases (GDPR/UK GDPR)

• Consent for ads and analytics where required.
• Legitimate interests for site operation and security.

5) Your Choices & Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your data, object to processing, or withdraw consent. You may also opt out of sale/sharing of personal information where applicable.

Contact: editor@novelnews.io

6) California (CCPA/CPRA) Notice

We may share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. You can opt out via Do Not Sell/Share and Cookie Settings.

7) International Transfers

If you access our site from outside the U.S., your data may be processed in the U.S. or other countries.

8) Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law.

9) Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect data.

10) Updates

We may update this policy. We will change the effective date when we do.