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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 16, 2025

1. General Introduction

1.1 Our Commitment to Privacy

We, the owners and operators of www.cpn-news.org ("the Site", "we", "us", "our"), respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you use our site.

1.2 Scope of Policy

This policy applies to all services, content, and products offered on www.cpn-news.org and all its related subdomains. By using our site, you fully agree to this Privacy Policy.

1.3 Basic Definitions

  • "Personal Information" - Any information that identifies you, directly or indirectly.
  • "Cookies" - Small text files stored on your device.
  • "Third Parties" - Companies and entities other than the one operating the Site.
  • "Targeted Advertisements" - Ads tailored to your usage profile.
  • "Usage Data" - Information about how you use the Site.

1.4 Updates and Changes

We reserve the right to update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be posted on the site with a prominent notice.

2. Types of Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide

2.1.1 Registration Information

When you register for the site (if an option is available), we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Username
  • Encrypted password
  • Date of birth
  • General geographical location
  • Personal content preferences

2.1.2 Profile Information

  • Profile picture
  • Short biography
  • Language preferences
  • Display settings
  • Update notification preferences

2.1.3 Content You Create

  • Comments on articles
  • Forum posts
  • Ratings and reviews
  • Uploaded content
  • Private messages

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

2.2.1 Device and Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Screen resolution
  • Device language
  • Time zone
  • Internet connection information
  • General hardware data

2.2.2 Website Usage Data

  • Pages you visited
  • Time spent on each page
  • Links you clicked
  • Searches you performed
  • Content you read or watched
  • Visit time and frequency
  • Site navigation patterns
  • Interactions with ads

2.2.3 Location Information (Geolocation)

  • General location based on IP address
  • Precise location (only with your explicit consent)
  • Location history (if consent is given)
  • Information about nearby Wi-Fi networks

2.3 Information from Third Parties

2.3.1 Social Networks

If you connect using social media accounts:

  • Basic profile information
  • Friends/followers list (if permitted)
  • Preferences and interests
  • Public activity on the network

2.3.2 Business Partners

  • Information from advertisers
  • Data from analytics companies
  • Information from external service providers
  • Data from public databases

2.4 Sensitive Information - Limited Collection

We do not intentionally collect sensitive information such as: Medical details, detailed financial information, political and religious opinions, sexual orientation data, or biometric information. If such information is received by mistake, it will be deleted immediately.

3. How We Use the Information We Collect

3.1 Primary Purposes

3.1.1 Service Operation

  • Providing access to site content
  • Managing user accounts
  • Storing personal preferences
  • Providing technical support
  • Securing the site and its users

3.1.2 Improving User Experience

  • Personalizing content - Displaying more relevant content based on history and preferences.
  • Improving load speed - Optimizing site performance.
  • Adapting the user interface - Customizing design and functionality for personal use.
  • Content recommendations - Suggesting articles and content that may interest you.
  • Improving navigation - Facilitating movement between pages and finding content.

3.1.3 Analytics and Statistics

  • Measuring performance - Understanding how users interact with the site.
  • Identifying trends - Tracking popular topics and content consumption patterns.
  • Technical optimization - Improving site load times and stability.
  • User research - Understanding audience needs and interests.
  • Traffic reports - Tracking the number of visitors and usage patterns.

3.2 Advertising and Marketing

3.2.1 Targeted Advertisements

We use your information to display more relevant ads:

  • Analyzing interests based on pages read
  • Tailoring ads to your demographic profile
  • Tracking ad effectiveness
  • Creating target groups for marketing campaigns
  • Measuring return on advertising investment

3.2.2 Sharing with Ad Networks

  • Google Ads - for displaying personalized ads.
  • Facebook Ads - for advertising on social networks.
  • Other ad networks - such as Taboola, Outbrain.
  • Ad exchanges - for optimizing the sale of ad space.

3.2.3 Ad Tracking Methods

  • Tracking pixels - to measure conversions from ads.
  • Advertising cookies - for repeated identification across different devices.
  • Unique identifiers - for connecting data from different sources.
  • Cross-device tracking - to understand the full usage pattern.

3.3 Communication and Updates

3.3.1 Content Updates

  • Sending newsletters with news summaries
  • Alerts about new content in your areas of interest
  • Updates on popular articles
  • Notifications about live broadcasts or events

3.3.2 System Notifications

  • Updates on policy changes
  • Important security notifications
  • Technical and maintenance updates
  • Account activity reminders

3.4 Research and Development

3.4.1 Product Improvement

  • A/B testing of different designs
  • Analyzing the effectiveness of new features
  • Researching audience interests
  • Developing more tailored content

3.4.2 Market Research

  • Understanding trends in the media field
  • Analyzing audience behavior
  • Researching content preferences
  • Identifying new business opportunities

4. Cookies and Tracking

4.1 What are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to "remember" you and improve your Browse experience.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

4.2.1 Essential Cookies

  • Session cookies - for managing login and security.
  • Preference cookies - for storing settings like language and design.
  • Security cookies - for preventing attacks and site safety.

4.2.2 Performance Cookies

  • Analytics cookies - for measuring site usage and traffic.
  • Optimization cookies - for improving load times.
  • Testing cookies - for experimenting with different versions of the site.

4.2.3 Advertising Cookies

  • Targeting cookies - for displaying relevant ads.
  • Measurement cookies - for tracking ad effectiveness.
  • Remarketing cookies - for displaying ads on other sites.

4.2.4 Third-Party Cookies

  • Google Analytics - for analyzing site traffic.
  • Facebook Pixel - for ad tracking on social networks.
  • YouTube - for embedding video content.
  • Disqus/Livefyre - for the comment system.

4.3 Managing Cookies

4.3.1 Cookie Consent

On your first visit to the site, you will be asked to consent to the use of cookies. You can choose specific cookie categories.

4.3.2 Controlling Cookies

  • In the browser - you can block or delete cookies in your browser settings.
  • On the site - a privacy preferences center for managing cookies.
  • External tools - ad and tracking blockers.

4.4 Additional Tracking Technologies

4.4.1 Web Beacons

Small pixels that allow tracking of page openings and content reading.

4.4.2 Local Storage

Local information storage in the browser to improve performance.

4.4.3 Fingerprinting

Device identification based on unique technical characteristics.

5. Sharing Information with Third Parties

5.1 Authorized Business Partners

5.1.1 Analytics Service Providers

  • Google Analytics - for analyzing site traffic and usage.
  • Hotjar - for heatmaps and session recordings.
  • Mixpanel - for advanced analysis of user behavior.
  • Adobe Analytics - for professional data analysis.

5.1.2 Ad and Marketing Networks

  • Google AdSense/Ad Manager - for displaying ads.
  • Facebook/Meta Business - for advertising on social networks.
  • Taboola - for recommended content ads.
  • Outbrain - for targeted content ads.
  • Amazon DSP - for programmatic ad space buying.

5.1.3 Technical Service Providers

  • CloudFlare - for site protection and security.
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) - for hosting and storage.
  • SendGrid/Mailchimp - for sending emails and updates.
  • Zendesk - for a support and customer service system.

5.2 Cases Where We Share Information

5.2.1 Sharing by Law

  • Court order - when required by law.
  • Criminal investigations - sharing with law enforcement authorities.
  • Protection of rights - in case of copyright infringement.
  • Crime prevention - to assist in preventing illegal activity.

5.2.2 Business Transfers

  • Sale of business - in case of a sale of the company or the site.
  • Mergers and acquisitions - transfer of business assets.
  • Change of ownership - in case of a change of site owners.
  • Bankruptcy - in case of the company's dissolution.

5.2.3 Explicit Consent

  • Sharing you request - when you ask to share information.
  • External services - when you connect to other services.
  • Social features - when you share content on networks.

5.3 Sharing Limitations

5.3.1 Sharing Principles

  • Information is transferred only for defined and approved purposes.
  • Third parties must comply with similar privacy standards.
  • Binding protection contracts with all third parties.
  • The right to audit the use of shared information.

5.3.2 Non-Sharing of Information

We do not sell or share personal information for the following purposes:

  • Selling to data brokers.
  • Sharing with unauthorized entities.
  • Use unrelated to site activity.
  • Illegal or unethical purposes.

5.4 International Data Transfers

5.4.1 Our Servers

  • Main servers in Europe (compliant with GDPR).
  • Backup servers in the United States.
  • Distributed CDN services worldwide.
  • All servers comply with high security standards.

5.4.2 Protections in Transfers

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
  • Recognition of adequacy decisions by authorities.
  • Encryption of all transferred information.
  • Monitoring of all data transfers.

6. Data Security

6.1 Technical Safeguards

6.1.1 Encryption

  • HTTPS encryption - all communication with the site is encrypted.
  • Database encryption - all stored information is encrypted.
  • Backup encryption - backup files are protected with advanced encryption.
  • Transfer encryption - all data transfers are encrypted.

6.1.2 Server Protection

  • Advanced firewalls - protection against hacks and intrusion attempts.
  • Activity monitoring - logging all system activity.
  • Security updates - regular installation of security updates.
  • Penetration testing - periodic security tests by experts.

6.1.3 Access to Information

  • Two-factor authentication - for protecting administrator accounts.
  • Restricted access - only authorized employees can access sensitive information.
  • Access logging - all access to information is logged and monitored.
  • Limited permissions - the principle of least privilege.

6.2 Organizational Safeguards

6.2.1 Employee Training

  • Periodic privacy training - for all employees with access to data.
  • Internal policy - clear procedures for handling data.
  • Signing confidentiality agreements - all employees sign an NDA.
  • Background checks - for employees with access to sensitive information.

6.2.2 Risk Management

  • Disaster recovery plan - backups and a recovery plan.
  • Cybersecurity insurance - coverage for security breach damages.
  • Security operations center - 24/7 monitoring for security threats.
  • Continuous updates - regular updates of security protocols.

6.3 Response to Security Incidents

6.3.1 Identification and Containment

  • Rapid identification - real-time threat containment systems.
  • Damage containment - immediate steps to stop the breach.
  • Internal communication - immediate notification to the relevant team.
  • Incident documentation - detailed recording of the incident.

6.3.2 User Notification

In case of a security breach affecting personal information:

  • Notification within 72 hours - to supervisory authorities (as required by GDPR).
  • User notification - as soon as possible to all affected users.
  • Incident details - information about what happened and what was done.
  • Preventive measures - what you can do to protect yourself.

6.4 Data Retention and Deletion

6.4.1 Retention Periods

  • Active account information - as long as the account is open.
  • Usage logs - up to 24 months.
  • Advertising data - up to 12 months.
  • Legal information - according to legal requirements (up to 7 years).

6.4.2 Secure Deletion

  • Complete deletion - information is deleted from all systems.
  • Data overwriting - sensitive data is overwritten multiple times.
  • Deletion confirmation - a deletion certificate for sensitive information.
  • Backups - information is also deleted from backups.

7. Your Rights as a User

7.1 Basic Rights (under GDPR and Israeli law)

7.1.1 Right to Access

  • Viewing your information - you can request to see all the information we hold about you.
  • Readable format - the information will be presented in a clear and understandable format.
  • Free of charge - the first review is always free.
  • Within 30 days - we will respond to access requests within one month.

7.1.2 Right to Rectification

  • Updating details - you can correct inaccurate or incorrect information.
  • Completing information - adding missing or incomplete information.
  • Automatic updates - corrections will be updated across all systems.
  • Notifying partners - we will notify third parties of corrections.

7.1.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

You can request the deletion of your information in the following cases:

  • The information is no longer needed for the original purpose.
  • You withdraw your consent.
  • The information was processed unlawfully.
  • There is a legal obligation to delete the information.
  • The information was collected from minors without proper consent.

7.1.4 Right to Restriction of Processing

In certain cases, you can request a temporary halt to the use of your information:

  • When you contest the accuracy of the information.
  • When you object to processing for marketing purposes.
  • During a review of the lawfulness of the processing.
  • When you need the information for a legal claim.

7.2 Rights Regarding Marketing and Advertising

7.2.1 Right to Object to Marketing

  • Unsubscribing from marketing emails - you can unsubscribe at any time.
  • Opting out of targeted ads - option to reject personalization.
  • Stopping tracking - the right to stop tracking for advertising purposes.
  • Not receiving notifications - stopping all notifications except essential ones.

7.2.2 Ad Control

  • Managing ad preferences - in the site's privacy center.
  • Opting out of ad networks - direct links to opt-out on networks.
  • Blocking advertising cookies - instructions for blocking in your browser.
  • Opt-Out tools - using tools from the advertising industry.

7.3 Right to Data Portability

7.3.1 Receiving the Information

  • Structured format - the information will be provided in CSV or JSON format.
  • Included information - all information you provided and all information collected about you.
  • Free of charge - the service is provided free of charge.
  • Direct transfer - option to transfer to another service (where technically possible).

7.3.2 Types of Included Information

  • Your profile data.
  • Your site activity history.
  • Saved preferences and content.
  • Comments and content you created.

7.4 Right to Lodge a Complaint

7.4.1 Complaint to Us

  • Service center - a dedicated team for handling privacy issues.
  • Quick response - commitment to respond within 48 hours.
  • Comprehensive review - a full investigation of every complaint.
  • Reporting results - updating you on the steps taken.

7.4.2 Complaint to Authorities

In Israel, you can file a complaint with the Privacy Protection Authority. In Europe, you can file a complaint with the supervisory authority in your country of residence (if you are an EU resident).

7.5 How to Exercise Your Rights

7.5.1 Online Requests

  • Site privacy center - a special form for privacy requests.
  • Personal area - managing some preferences yourself.
  • Browser settings - controlling some settings.

7.5.2 Direct Contact

Privacy email: privacy@cpn-news.org

8. Information on Minors

8.1 General Policy

8.1.1 Minimum Age

  • The minimum age for using the site is 13 years.
  • Users aged 13-18 need parental consent.
  • We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
  • If we discover such information, it will be deleted immediately.

8.1.2 Special Protections for Minors

  • Limited data collection - only essential information for the service.
  • Tailored ads - no profile-based ads for minors.
  • Suitable content - content is filtered and age-appropriate.
  • Digital parenting - tools for parents to manage the account.

8.2 Parental Rights

8.2.1 Supervision and Control

  • Access to information - parents can request to see information about their children.
  • Rectification and deletion - the right to correct or delete information.
  • Stopping collection - the ability to stop further data collection.
  • Account cancellation - closing the minor's account.

8.2.2 How to Contact

Parents who wish to exercise their rights can contact us with:

  • Parent's ID
  • Proof of family relationship (birth/adoption certificate)
  • Minor's account details
  • Description of the request

8.3 Recognition of Minor's Information

If we discover we have collected information from a minor under 13:

  • We will immediately stop collecting the information.
  • We will delete all existing information.
  • We will notify parents (if identifiable).
  • We will take steps to prevent future collection.

9. Specific Technologies and Services

9.1 Google Analytics

9.1.1 Purpose of Use

  • Analyzing site traffic and usage patterns.
  • Understanding traffic sources and popular pages.
  • Measuring content performance and load speed.
  • Identifying technical issues and areas for improvement.

9.1.2 Information Collected

  • IP address (anonymized).
  • Device and browser data.
  • Pages you visited and time spent.
  • Source of site access.

9.1.3 Data Control

  • Ability to opt-out via Google Analytics Opt-out.
  • Privacy settings in your Google Account.
  • Blocking via browser extensions.

9.2 Facebook Pixel and Meta

9.2.1 Uses

  • Tracking conversions from Facebook ads.
  • Creating remarketing audiences.
  • Optimizing advertising campaigns.
  • Measuring ROI of marketing activities.

9.2.2 Shared Data

  • On-site activity and pages visited.
  • Conversion events (registration, download, etc.).
  • General demographic information.
  • Preferences and interests.

9.2.3 Opting out of Tracking

  • Privacy settings in your Facebook account.
  • Opting out of interest-based ads.
  • Blocking via tracking blocker apps.

9.3 Video Services (YouTube, Vimeo)

9.3.1 Content Integration

  • Embedding videos in articles.
  • Improved video player.
  • Social sharing features.
  • Related content recommendations.

9.3.2 Privacy Policy

Embedded videos may trigger:

  • Cookies from the video services.
  • Tracking of viewing and preferences.
  • Personalized content recommendations.
  • Ads before or during the video.

9.4 Comment Systems

9.4.1 Comment Platforms

  • Disqus - an external comment system.
  • Facebook Comments - comments via Facebook.
  • Internal system - comments in our database.

9.4.2 Information in Comments

  • Comment content and username.
  • General geographical location.
  • Social network profile (if applicable).
  • Comment and message history.

9.5 Newsletter and Email Services

9.5.1 Providers

  • Mailchimp - for managing mailing lists.
  • SendGrid - for sending transactional emails.
  • Constant Contact - for marketing campaigns.

9.5.2 Information on Mailing Lists

  • Email address and name.
  • Content preferences and frequency.
  • Open and click statistics.
  • Campaign history.

10. Data Retention and Deletion Policy

10.1 Retention Principles

10.1.1 Minimization

  • Retaining information only for legitimate purposes.
  • Deleting information that is no longer required.
  • Periodic review of retention needs.
  • Documenting justifications for long-term retention.

10.1.2 Data Lifecycle

  • Collection - information is collected for defined purposes.
  • Active use - the information is used for its purposes.
  • Archive - information is moved to long-term storage.
  • Deletion - information is completely erased.

10.2 Specific Retention Periods

10.2.1 User Account Data

  • Active accounts - as long as the account exists.
  • Inactive accounts - 3 years without activity.
  • Deleted accounts - 30 days for recovery, then complete deletion.
  • Authentication data - up to 6 months after account closure.

10.2.2 Usage and Analytics Data

  • Access logs - 24 months.
  • Site analysis data - 36 months.
  • Aggregated statistical data - no time limit (anonymized).
  • Performance reports - 5 years.

10.2.3 User-Generated Content

  • Comments and posts - as long as the account exists + 1 year.
  • Uploaded content - 2 years after account deletion.
  • Private messages - 1 year after the last deletion.
  • Reading history - 18 months.

10.2.4 Advertising and Marketing Data

  • Campaign data - 3 years.
  • Mailing lists - until unsubscribed + 6 months.
  • Conversion data - 24 months.
  • Advertising profiles - 12 months without activity.

10.2.5 Legal and Compliance Information

  • Customer service communication - 7 years.
  • Complaints and arbitration - 10 years.
  • Processing consents - as long as the data is retained + 3 years.
  • Audit reports - 7 years.

10.3 Automatic Deletion

10.3.1 Automated Systems

  • Daily deletion scripts - for expired information.
  • System admin reminders - for reviewing old data.
  • Deleting old backups - according to a defined schedule.
  • Cleaning cache and temporary files - automatically every 24 hours.

10.3.2 Control and Approval

  • Documentation of every automatic deletion action.
  • Option to suspend in emergencies or litigation.
  • Data integrity check before deletion.
  • Emergency backup before massive deletions.

10.4 Deletion by Request

10.4.1 Response Times

  • Acknowledgement of receipt - within 48 hours.
  • Deletion execution - within 30 days.
  • Confirmation of completion - within 7 days of deletion.
  • Notifying third parties - within 14 days.

10.4.2 Scope of Deletion

  • Deletion from main databases.
  • Deletion from backups and archival storage.
  • Notification to partners and data processors.
  • Deletion from all internal systems.

11. International Data Transfers

11.1 Data Location

11.1.1 Main Servers

  • Europe - main servers in Germany and the Netherlands (GDPR compliant).
  • Israel - backup and development servers in Israel.
  • United States - cloud and data analysis services.
  • Global CDN - for accelerating content loading worldwide.

11.1.2 Data Classification by Location

  • Sensitive data - stored in Europe only.
  • Public content - distributed worldwide via CDN.
  • Analytics data - processed in the United States and returned to Europe.
  • Backups - encrypted replication across multiple continents.

11.2 Legal Protections in Transfers

11.2.1 Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

  • Agreements approved by the European Commission.
  • Binding legal commitments for all processors.
  • Direct enforcement rights for users.
  • Remedy mechanisms in case of a breach.

11.2.2 Additional Protections

  • Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) - with all suppliers.
  • Annual audits - of all data processing parties.
  • Impact assessments - for every new transfer to a new country.
  • Regulatory monitoring - continuous updates on legal changes.

11.3 Rights in Case of Transfers

11.3.1 Transparency

  • Advance notice - of transfers to new locations.
  • Destination details - information about the country and company receiving the data.
  • Purpose of transfer - a detailed explanation of why the transfer is necessary.
  • Transfer duration - how long the information will be stored at the destination.

11.3.2 Right to Object

  • Objection to specific transfers - option to block certain transfers.
  • Service cancellation - stopping the use of services that transfer data.
  • Deletion upon objection - removal of data from the unwanted location.
  • Local alternatives - offering local storage options.

11.4 Impact of Regulatory Changes

11.4.1 Brexit

  • Adaptation to UK-GDPR laws.
  • Special transfer agreements with the UK.
  • Identical rights for British users.
  • Monitoring future trade agreements.

11.4.2 New Data Laws

  • Monitoring legislation - in various countries (Brazil, India, etc.).
  • Adapting systems - to new legal requirements.
  • Training teams - on regulatory changes.
  • Legal advice - continuous consultation with experts.

12. Third Parties and Partnerships

12.1 Categories of Partners

12.1.1 Technical Service Providers

  • Hosting and Storage: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform, CloudFlare, Microsoft Azure.
  • Analytics and Measurement: Google Analytics, Hotjar, Mixpanel, New Relic.

12.1.2 Advertising and Marketing Partners

  • Ad Networks: Google Ad Manager, Taboola, Outbrain, Facebook Audience Network.
  • Marketing Tools: Mailchimp, SendGrid, HubSpot, Salesforce.

12.1.3 Content and Communication Services

  • Multimedia: YouTube, Vimeo, Spotify, SoundCloud.
  • Social Networks: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn.

12.2 Control Over Sharing with Third Parties

12.2.1 Consent Mechanisms

  • Granular consent - the option to choose specific providers.
  • Preference center - managing all partnerships from one place.
  • Updates on new partners - advance notice of additions.
  • Right to withdraw - the option to stop sharing with specific providers.

12.2.2 Transparency in Sharing

  • Full list - all partners are available in the privacy center.
  • Purpose of sharing - a detailed explanation of why each sharing is necessary.
  • Type of information - a precise breakdown of what is shared.
  • Sharing duration - how long the information is held by the partner.

12.3 Requirements for Partners

12.3.1 Protection Standards

All of our partners must meet the following requirements:

  • High security standards - advanced encryption and protection systems.
  • Limited access - only authorized employees can access information.
  • Security audits - periodic checks of systems.
  • Employee training - training on privacy protection.

12.3.2 Legal Obligations

  • DPA agreements - detailed data processing agreements.
  • Compliance with GDPR - all partners are committed to European regulations.
  • Breach notification - commitment to report security issues.
  • Right to audit - the ability to check their compliance with the terms.

12.4 Specific Partnerships - Full Details

12.4.1 Google (various services)

  • Services used: Google Analytics, Google Ad Manager, YouTube API, Google Fonts, reCAPTCHA.
  • Information shared: Anonymized site usage data, interactions with ads, technical device information, content preferences.
  • User control: Google Account Settings, Google Analytics Opt-out, Google Ads Settings.

12.4.2 Facebook/Meta

  • Services used: Facebook Pixel, Facebook Comments, Facebook Login, Instagram API.
  • Information shared: On-site activity, conversion events, basic demographic information, preferences and interests.
  • User control: Facebook Privacy Settings, Ad Preferences, Opting out of tracking.

12.4.3 Amazon Web Services

  • Services used: EC2, S3, RDS, CloudFront.
  • Information stored: All site and user data, backups, logs, multimedia content, databases.
  • Protections: Encryption at all layers, restricted access, monitoring, AWS security standards.

13. Changes to the Policy

13.1 Types of Changes

13.1.1 Material Changes

Changes that require new consent:

  • Adding new data collection purposes.
  • Sharing with new third parties.
  • Significant changes to retention periods.
  • Adding new tracking technologies.
  • Changing the legal basis for processing.

13.1.2 Technical Changes

Changes that do not require new consent:

  • Correcting errors and updating technical details.
  • Clarifying existing text without changing its meaning.
  • Updating contact details and addresses.
  • Design and display improvements.
  • Translating into additional languages.

13.2 Policy Update Process

13.2.1 Preparation and Review

  • Legal review - lawyers review the changes.
  • Impact assessment - analysis of the impact on user rights.
  • Technical review - verification that systems support the changes.
  • Preparation of explanatory materials - clear documents on the changes.

13.2.2 User Notification

30 days before material changes: On-site notification, email to all users, social media updates, and a special FAQ.

7 days before technical changes: On-site notification, updating the policy date, and archiving the previous version.

13.3 Rights in Case of Changes

13.3.1 Right to Object

If you do not agree to the changes:

  • Discontinuing use - the option to stop using the site.
  • Account deletion - complete closure of the account and data.
  • Retention of rights - your rights to existing data are preserved.
  • Grace period - 30 days to decide on continued use.

13.3.2 Consent to Changes

Options for consent:

  • Explicit consent - for changes requiring new consent.
  • Continued use - for changes that do not require renewed consent.
  • Partial consent - the option to approve some of the changes.
  • Rejecting changes - continuing to use the previous policy (temporarily).

13.4 Archive of Previous Policies

13.4.1 Access to Previous Versions

  • Full archive - all previous versions are available for viewing.
  • Version comparison - a tool to compare changes.
  • Downloading copies - the option to download previous versions.
  • Change documentation - a detailed list of all changes.

13.4.2 Long-Term Retention

  • Retention of all versions for at least 7 years.
  • Documentation of update dates and reasons for changes.
  • Option for legal access to historical versions.
  • Retention of consents for different versions.

14. Contact and Support

14.1 Privacy Protection Team

14.1.1 Primary Contact Point

Data Protection Officer (DPO):
Email: privacy@cpn-news.org
Operating hours: Sunday-Thursday, 09:00-17:00

14.1.2 Additional Communication Channels

14.2 Types of Inquiries and Responses

14.2.1 Rights Requests

Guaranteed response times: Acknowledgement within 48 hours, full response within 30 days (up to 60 for complex requests).

Required information for identification: Full name, registered email, dates of last activity, and a detailed description of the request.

14.2.2 Complaints and Issues

Complaint handling process: Receipt and acknowledgment within 24 hours, initial investigation within 5 business days, full investigation within 21 business days, and response/resolution within 30 business days.

14.3 Self-Management Tools

14.3.1 Site Privacy Center

Available functionality: Viewing your personal information, updating preferences, downloading data, requesting deletion, and managing consent.

14.3.2 External Tools

Useful links: Your Online Choices, Digital Advertising Alliance, and Google Ads Settings for opting out of ads.

14.4 Guidance and Resources

14.4.1 Guides and FAQ

Available guides: A step-by-step guide to managing privacy, an explanation of cookies, a guide for parents, and tips for safe browsing.

14.4.2 Updates and Learning

Educational content: A privacy blog, a monthly newsletter, webinars, and articles on changes in legislation.

15. Policy Validity

15.1 Effective Dates

Current policy effective from: July 16, 2025
Last updated: July 16, 2025
Next scheduled review: July 16, 2026

15.2 Geographic Applicability

This policy applies to residents of Israel, the European Union (GDPR), the UK (UK-GDPR), California (CCPA), and other users according to the highest standard.

15.3 Commitment Statement

We commit to complying with all applicable legal requirements, maintaining a high level of protection for your privacy, being transparent about the use of your information, giving you full control over your personal information, and investing in technologies and processes for privacy protection.

This document is an integral part of the terms of use of the www.cpn-news.org website and is legally binding.