At Science News Today, protecting your privacy is a responsibility we take seriously. Science thrives on trust, transparency, and integrity, and those same values guide how we handle information about our readers. This Privacy Policy explains how Science News Today collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit or interact with our website. Our goal is to be open and clear about our practices so you can use our site with confidence.
Science News Today is a digital platform dedicated to reporting, explaining, and exploring developments in science, technology, space, environment, and research. We do not require users to create accounts or provide personal details to read our content. Most visitors can browse the website freely and anonymously.
By accessing or using Science News Today, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, we recommend discontinuing use of the website.
Our Approach to Privacy
We follow a principle of data minimization. This means we collect only the information that is necessary to operate the website, understand how it is used, and improve the quality and accessibility of our content. We do not collect information simply because it is technically possible to do so.
We also believe privacy is not just a legal requirement but an ethical obligation. Science News Today exists to inform and educate, not to exploit personal data.
Information We Collect
Science News Today may collect information in two general ways: information you voluntarily provide and information that is automatically collected when you use the website.
Information you voluntarily provide is limited and optional. This may occur if you contact us directly through a contact form or email. In such cases, you may choose to provide your name, email address, or the content of your message. This information is used solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiry or communication.
We do not require registration, subscriptions, or user profiles to access our content. We do not ask for personal identifiers such as phone numbers, physical addresses, or government-issued identification.
Automatically collected information includes non-personal data generated by standard web technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, screen resolution, referring pages, pages visited, time spent on pages, and general interaction patterns. This information does not identify you personally and is collected to help us understand how readers use the website.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Science News Today uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure proper website functionality and to understand how visitors interact with our content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow websites to recognize browsers and remember basic preferences.
Cookies used by Science News Today may help with page loading, traffic analysis, performance monitoring, and identifying popular content. These cookies do not collect sensitive personal information and are not used to identify individual users.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling cookies may affect certain features or performance aspects of the website, but core access to content will remain available.
Some third-party services used on the website, such as analytics or advertising partners, may also use cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies.
How We Use Collected Information
Information collected by Science News Today is used for legitimate and limited purposes. These include operating and maintaining the website, improving content quality, enhancing user experience, monitoring technical performance, detecting errors, and understanding overall readership trends.
If you contact us directly, the information you provide is used only to respond to your message or inquiry. We do not use contact information for promotional messaging, marketing campaigns, or unsolicited communication.
Aggregated and anonymized data may be analyzed internally to help us understand which topics resonate with readers, how navigation can be improved, and how the website can better serve a global audience interested in science.
We do not sell, rent, trade, or commercially share personal information with third parties.
Advertising and Analytics
Science News Today may display advertisements provided by third-party advertising networks. These ads help support the operation of the website. Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads that are relevant to users based on general browsing behavior.
We do not control the specific data collection practices of third-party advertisers. However, these partners are typically bound by their own privacy policies and applicable regulations. Science News Today does not provide advertisers with personally identifiable information.
We may also use third-party analytics tools to understand website traffic and performance. These tools collect anonymized usage data such as page views, visit duration, and referral sources. This data helps us improve content presentation and technical stability.
Science Content and User Responsibility
Science News Today publishes general science news and educational content intended for informational purposes only. While our articles are carefully researched and written, they are not a substitute for professional advice in fields such as medicine, engineering, environmental policy, or law.
Readers are responsible for how they interpret and use the information provided. Science News Today is not liable for decisions or actions taken based on content published on the website.
External Links
Our articles may contain links to external websites, research papers, journals, institutions, or reference materials. These links are provided for context and additional information.
Science News Today does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, content accuracy, or data handling policies of third-party websites. Once you leave our site, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage readers to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect collected information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. These measures include secure hosting environments, limited access controls, and regular reviews of website security practices.
However, no method of data transmission or storage on the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we strive to protect information, Science News Today cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
Science News Today retains information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Information provided through direct communication is retained only as long as needed to respond or for basic record-keeping.
Non-personal, aggregated data may be retained for longer periods to analyze trends, monitor performance, and guide editorial decisions. Such data does not identify individual users.
Children’s Privacy
Science News Today is intended for a general audience and is not specifically directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If it is discovered that personal information from a child has been collected without parental consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it. Parents or guardians who believe their child has shared information with us may contact us for assistance.
International Users
Science News Today is accessible worldwide. By using the website, you acknowledge that information may be processed and stored in jurisdictions that may have different data protection laws than your own.
We strive to respect applicable privacy regulations and user rights regardless of geographic location and aim to handle data responsibly and transparently.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information you have voluntarily provided to Science News Today, subject to legal and operational limitations.
You may also choose to manage cookies through your browser settings. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional rights under data protection laws. We respect these rights and aim to respond to valid requests in a reasonable timeframe.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Science News Today may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, website features, or editorial practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Our Commitment to Transparency
As a science news platform, transparency is central to our mission. This Privacy Policy is part of our commitment to openness, accountability, and ethical digital publishing. We aim to explain our practices clearly and honestly, without hidden clauses or misleading language.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how information is handled on Science News Today, you may contact us through the official contact methods listed on the website. We value reader trust and will make reasonable efforts to address legitimate inquiries.
By using Science News Today, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting Science News Today as your source for reliable, thoughtful, and responsible science journalism.