Privacy Policy
Welcome to the Privacy Policy of News, operated by Sheetz Media Group at https://news.sheetz.us. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our content. By accessing or using our site, you agree to the terms outlined herein. Last updated: March 15, 2025.
Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways: (1) Automatically — including IP address, browser type, device information, referring/exit pages, and usage data via cookies and analytics tools; (2) Directly from you — such as when you subscribe to newsletters, submit contact forms, or create accounts (e.g., name, email address, and optional preferences); and (3) From third parties — where permitted by law and with appropriate safeguards, including advertising partners and analytics providers.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to: deliver and improve our news content and services; personalize user experience; send newsletters and updates (with opt-out available); analyze traffic and engagement trends; prevent fraud and enhance security; comply with legal obligations; and support internal operations including research and development. We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Sharing of Information
We may share your information with: (1) Service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery), under strict confidentiality agreements; (2) Legal compliance — when required by law, regulation, or valid legal process; (3) Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate notice and protections; and (4) With your consent — for specific purposes you authorize. We do not share sensitive personal data (e.g., health, biometric, or financial data) unless explicitly permitted by law and with your express consent.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to understand usage patterns, enhance site functionality, and deliver targeted advertising. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, see our Privacy Policy and our Disclaimer.
Data Security and Retention
We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to: access, correct, or delete your personal data; restrict or object to processing; request data portability; withdraw consent (where applicable); and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, contact us at support@news.sheetz.us or use our Contact Us form. We will respond within 30 days, subject to verification and legal requirements.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date above and post the updated version on this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@news.sheetz.us, or write to: Sheetz Media Group, Attn: Privacy Team, 123 News Plaza, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. You may also visit our Contact Us page for additional options. For more information about our organization, see our About Us page. Review our Terms & Conditions and Disclaimer for related legal information.