Privacy Policy

News Block takes the protection of your privacy seriously. This policy explains, in plain language, what data we process when you visit news-block.net, why we process it, who we share it with, and the rights you have over your personal information.

Who is responsible for your data

The entity responsible for the processing of personal data on this site is the publishing company of News Block:

Information we collect

We keep data collection to what is necessary to run the site. The information we process falls into three categories.

• Technical browsing data. When you visit the site, our server logs automatically record certain technical information such as your IP address, the date and time of your visit, and the pages you view. This data is kept for security purposes and to keep the service running properly.
• Cookies and similar technologies. The site uses technical cookies required for it to display and function, and may use cookies for audience measurement and advertising (see the "Cookies, analytics, and advertising" section below).
• Information you provide voluntarily. If you write to us by email or through the contact page, we process the information you send us (including your email address and the content of your message). If you sign up for our newsletter, we keep the email address you provide for that purpose.

Cookies, analytics, and advertising

News Block uses the following categories of cookies and similar technologies:

• Strictly necessary cookies, required for the site to display and work correctly.
• Audience measurement. We may use analytics tools to understand, in aggregate, how the site is used (pages viewed, time spent, approximate geography). This data helps us improve the site and does not aim to identify you personally.
• Advertising. The site may display advertising served by third parties, including Google AdSense. Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads based on your prior visits to this or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings, and learn more about how to manage advertising cookies at aboutads.info.

You can view, accept, refuse, or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may, however, affect some features of the site.

How we use your information

Each processing operation serves a specific purpose:

• Providing and securing the service. Technical browsing data allows us to display pages, keep the site secure, and prevent abuse.
• Responding to your requests. When you contact us, we use the information you provide to answer your message.
• Newsletter. If you have subscribed, we use your email address to send you our updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.
• Audience measurement and advertising. As described above, to understand how the site is used and to fund it through advertising.

Who we share data with

Your data is accessible only to authorized personnel of the publisher and to technical service providers acting on its behalf (such as our hosting provider and, where applicable, analytics and advertising partners as described above). The site is hosted by o2switch, in France:

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

International transfers

The publisher, AZ Medias Limited, is based in Hong Kong, and the site is hosted in France. Some processing may therefore involve transferring your data across borders. Where required, such transfers are covered by appropriate safeguards designed to ensure an adequate level of protection for your data.

How long we keep your data

We keep data only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected for.

• Technical server logs: a few months, for security and operational purposes.
• Messages sent through the contact page or by email: as long as needed to handle your request and any follow-up.
• Newsletter: until you unsubscribe, which you can do at any time.

Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete the data we hold about you, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to receive a copy of your data. Where processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise your rights, simply email us at contact@news-block.net. We may ask you to verify your identity to protect the confidentiality of your request. If you believe your rights have not been respected, you may also lodge a complaint with the data protection authority competent for your place of residence.

Children's privacy

News Block is a general-audience news site and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. No system is completely secure, but we work continuously to improve our safeguards and are committed to responding promptly in the event of an incident.

Changes to this policy

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time, for example to reflect changes in regulations or in our services. Any changes will be published on this page, and the "last updated" date below will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to check back regularly.

Last updated: July 3, 2026.