Effective Date: June 28, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) outlines how Pi Media Labs (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in connection with your access and use of our website https://www.nuztimes.com, our mobile application (“Nuztimes”), and related services (collectively, the “Service”)
By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy, and you consent to the collection, processing, and use of your information in accordance with the terms herein.
2. Definitions
Unless otherwise defined, capitalized terms in this Policy have the meanings ascribed below:
- “Personal Data” refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
- “Usage Data” refers to information collected automatically through use of the Service, including but not limited to your device’s IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps, and diagnostics.
- “Cookies” means small data files stored on your device used to improve user experience and analytics.
- “Account” means a user profile created to access and use portions of the Service.
- “Device” means any hardware used to access the Service, including smartphones, tablets, and computers.
- “Service Provider” means any third party or contractor engaged to process Personal Data on our behalf.
- “Affiliate” means any entity under common control with the Company.
- “Third-Party Social Media Service” means platforms that allow registration or login through their credentials (e.g., Google, Facebook, Twitter).
3. Scope of Data Collection
We collect the following categories of information:
(a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Contact Information (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Account Registration Data
- Information shared through customer support interactions or social media logins
(b) Automatically Collected Data
- Device and browser information
- Log data and diagnostic information
- Mobile data (e.g., device ID, IP address, OS, usage statistics)
- Geolocation data (if permitted)
(c) Third-Party Services
If you log in via a Third-Party Social Media Service, we may collect data associated with your profile (e.g., name, contact list, email address) in accordance with that service’s authorization and your privacy settings.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (For Users in the EEA and UK)
We process your Personal Data based on the following lawful grounds:
- Your consent
- Contractual necessity
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Our legitimate business interests (e.g., to analyze, improve, and secure the Service)
5. Use of Data
We use Personal Data to:
- Deliver, operate, and maintain the Service
- Authenticate users and manage user accounts
- Process transactions and deliver purchased services
- Communicate with you, including via push notifications
- Respond to user inquiries and support requests
- Send promotional communications (subject to opt-out)
- Conduct analytics and performance monitoring
- Enforce legal terms and prevent abuse
- Facilitate business transfers or mergers
- Comply with legal obligations
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use Cookies and other tracking technologies (such as web beacons and pixels) for functionality, preferences, security, and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, some features may be limited if you disable cookies.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential Cookies – Required for core functionality
- Preference Cookies – Remember user settings
- Analytics Cookies – Track usage behavior for improvement
- Marketing Cookies – Deliver targeted advertising (if applicable)
For details, refer to our [Cookies Policy].
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your Personal Data under the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers performing tasks on our behalf
- With Affiliates under common ownership or control
- During Business Transfers, such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
- With Business Partners to deliver co-branded services or offers
- Publicly, if you voluntarily post information in forums or public areas
- With your Consent, for any other specific purpose
We may also disclose Personal Data to comply with legal obligations, law enforcement requests, or to protect rights, property, safety, and integrity of users and the Company.
8. Data Retention
We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
Usage Data is typically retained for internal analytics unless longer retention is legally required.
9. Data Transfers
Personal Data may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your jurisdiction, including jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection. We implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to ensure an adequate level of protection.
10. Your Rights and Choices
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access or correct your Personal Data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing)
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
You can access, update, or delete your account information via your profile settings, or contact us directly for assistance.
11. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational security measures to safeguard Personal Data. However, no system is completely secure. You acknowledge and accept this risk when using our Service.
12. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete it. Parents or guardians may contact us to request removal.
13. Third-Party Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.
14. Changes to this Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice within the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes your acceptance.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Policy or your Personal Data, you may contact us at:
Email: [contact@nuztimes.com]
Website Contact Form: [https://www.nuztimes.com/contact-us]