Privacy Policy

Thank you for choosing Newsit. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address (optional), username, phone number, and any other information provided during account registration.
• Usage Information: Information about your interactions with the App, such as the pages you visit and the features you use.
• Device Information: Details about your mobile device, such as device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers, including Advertising ID (AdID).
• SMS Information: Specifically, OTP messages for authentication purposes, collected with the user's explicit consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve the App's features and functionality.
• Facilitate secure and fast login using OTP auto-verification (RECEIVE_SMS permission).
• Personalize your experience by delivering content tailored to your interests.
• Communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and provide updates.
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience using third-party analytics tools, such as Google Firebase.

Note: The RECEIVE_SMS permission is used solely for reading OTP messages to verify your identity quickly. No other SMS content is accessed, stored, or shared.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

• Trusted Third-Party Providers: Partners who assist in operating the App, providing technical support, or enhancing functionality, such as Google Firebase. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and comply with data protection laws.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

4. User Content

By submitting content (text, images, videos) through the App, you acknowledge that such content may be visible to other users and may be used by Newsit as per the license granted in the Terms and Conditions. All user-generated content will be reviewed for compliance with our content guidelines before being published.

5. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption during data transmission and secure servers for data storage. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed 100% secure.

6. Permissions and Your Choices

• RECEIVE_SMS Permission: This is strictly required to read OTP messages for authentication. It enhances user experience by eliminating manual entry of OTPs.
• Photos and Media Access: Required only for uploading images or videos as part of news submissions. Access is limited to selected files, and the app does not scan or access other media on the device.
• Account Settings: You can control the information you provide and how it is used.
• Opt-Out Options: You may opt out of promotional communications at any time.
• Account Deletion: You can request account deletion, subject to our Terms and Conditions.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will reflect the modifications. Continued use of the App after updates constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the changes.

8. Contact Information

9. Compliance with Google Play Policies

We are committed to complying with Google Play Store's User Data Policy. Permissions requested, such as RECEIVE_SMS and photo/media access, are essential for app functionality and are used transparently with user consent.

All data collected by the app is encrypted in transit using secure protocols. We strictly adhere to Google Play's Data Safety and User Data Policies, ensuring transparency and limited data usage.