Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for AsiaDaily.org

Last Updated: June 11, 2025

1. Introduction

AsiaDaily.org (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a European-based news website committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website asiadaily.org (the “Site”). We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable European data protection laws.

2. Content Disclaimer

Some news articles on our platform are generated using artificial intelligence technology. While we strive for accuracy, AI-generated content may occasionally contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies. We are not responsible for any decisions made based on this content. If you identify any errors or require corrections, please contact us via our contact form and we will review and correct the information as appropriate.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Email addresses for our newsletter service
  • Contact Forms: Name, email, and message content when you contact us
  • Takedown Requests: Information provided in legal notices and requests

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Server Logs: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, access times, and pages visited (collected for security purposes)
  • Google Analytics: Website usage statistics and visitor behavior data
  • Platform Cookies: Standard cookies for site functionality and user preferences

3.3 Third-Party Information

  • Advertising Partners: Third-party advertisers may collect data through their own tracking technologies on their domains

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our news service
  • Send newsletters (with your explicit consent)
  • Respond to inquiries and provide support
  • Analyze website usage to improve our content
  • Ensure website security and prevent abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations and government requests
  • Process legal takedown requests

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on:

  • Consent: Newsletter subscriptions and contact forms
  • Legitimate Interest: Security logs, website analytics, and service improvement
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with court orders, government requests, and DMCA notices
  • Contract Performance: Providing requested services

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as described below for minimal technical requirements:

6.1 Minimal Technical Data Sharing

  • Google Analytics: Receives anonymized usage statistics (no personal identification)
  • Email Services: Minimal data for newsletter distribution functionality
  • Hosting Services: Technical data for European-based hosting infrastructure
  • Security Services: Log data for security monitoring and threat prevention

6.2 Third-Party Advertising

  • Independent Tracking: Third-party advertisers may use their own tracking technologies on their domains
  • No Data Sharing: We do not share your personal data with advertisers

6.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose information when required by:

  • European Union or member state laws
  • Court orders and legal processes
  • Government agencies and regulatory authorities
  • DMCA takedown notices and similar legal requests
  • Individual takedown requests with valid legal basis

6.4 Data Transfers

All data is hosted and processed within the European Union. Any transfers outside the EU will be protected by appropriate safeguards and limited to minimal technical requirements.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1 First-Party Cookies

  • Platform Cookies: Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Google Analytics: For understanding website usage patterns (minimal data collection)

7.2 Third-Party Tracking

  • Advertising Partners: Third-party advertisers may place cookies and tracking pixels on their own domains
  • We do not control third-party tracking technologies

7.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a European data subject, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request information about your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Restriction: Limit processing of your personal data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
  • Withdraw Consent: For newsletter subscriptions and other consent-based processing

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures:

  • Secure Hosting: European-based secure hosting infrastructure
  • SSL Encryption: For all data transmission
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
  • Security Monitoring: Regular monitoring of server logs for security threats

10. Data Retention

We retain information for:

  • Server Logs: Up to 12 months for security purposes
  • Google Analytics: As per Google’s retention settings (anonymized data)
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
  • Contact Inquiries: Up to 2 years or as legally required
  • Legal Requests: As required by applicable law

11. DMCA and Takedown Requests

We comply with:

  • DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) takedown requests
  • Government takedown requests from legitimate authorities
  • Individual takedown requests with valid legal basis
  • EU Notice and Takedown procedures

Information provided in such requests may be retained as required by law.

12. Third-Party Services

Our website uses:

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics with minimal data collection (Google Privacy Policy)
  • Third-Party Advertisers: Various advertising networks with their own privacy policies
  • Social Media Links: Links to external social media platforms

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

13. AI-Generated Content and Accuracy

13.1 Content Sources

Some articles on our platform are generated using artificial intelligence.

13.2 Accuracy Disclaimer

AI-generated content may contain:

  • Factual errors or inaccuracies
  • Outdated information
  • Omissions or incomplete details
  • Interpretation errors

13.3 Corrections Policy

We encourage users to report inaccuracies. Contact us via our contact form with:

  • Article URL
  • Description of the error
  • Correct information (if available)

We will review and correct verified errors promptly.

13.4 Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for decisions made based on AI-generated content. Users should verify important information through additional sources.

14. International Users

While we are European-based, our content is accessible globally. Users outside the EU should be aware that their data will be processed under European data protection laws with minimal data sharing practices.

15. Children’s Privacy

Our website is free to access to any age group, but not specifically directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately and it will be deleted.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in our practices
  • Legal or regulatory changes
  • Service improvements

We will notify you of material changes by posting updates on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date.

17. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, exercising your rights, content corrections, or DMCA/takedown requests:

Contact Method: Use our contact form on the website
Subject Line: Please specify “Privacy Request,” “Content Correction,” or “DMCA Request” as appropriate

Response Time: We will respond to requests within 30 days as required by GDPR.

18. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by European Union law and the laws of France. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of France or alternatively, in the courts of another country in the European Union by mutual agreement.

Data Controller: Asia Daily
Location: France, European Union
Contact: Via website contact form