PRIVACY POLICY
San Juan Daily Star
1. Introduction
San Juan Daily Star (hereinafter referred to as the “Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) recognizes the importance of user privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of its users.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you access and use our website, digital content, social media platforms, and related services, as well as in connection with services offered outside the digital environment, such as print subscriptions.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Information submitted through contact forms
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Information provided when subscribing to newsletters or communications
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Information included in comments or other public interactions
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Information provided in connection with print subscriptions or other services offered directly by the newspaper
2.2 Public Areas
The Site allows users to post comments on articles and interact through social media platforms.
Any information you disclose in these areas is considered public information, which means:
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It may be visible to other users
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It may be collected and used by third parties
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It is not subject to the same protections as private information
You are solely responsible for any content you choose to share publicly.
2.3 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain technical information when you access the Site, including:
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IP address
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Browser type and device
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Operating system
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Pages visited
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Time spent on the Site
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Interactions with content and advertising
2.4 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
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Social media platforms (such as Facebook or Instagram)
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Analytics and advertising service providers
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Business partners
3. Use of Information
We use the information collected to:
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Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
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Manage and publish editorial content
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Facilitate user interaction
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Send newsletters and informational or promotional communications
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Analyze user behavior and trends
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Personalize content and advertising
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Manage print subscriptions and other services offered directly by the newspaper
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Advertising and Third-Party Services
We use third-party services, including analytics platforms and advertising networks, to:
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Measure traffic and usage of the Site
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Analyze user behavior
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Deliver personalized content and advertisements
These third parties may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your online activity.
5. Legal Notices (Edicts)
San Juan Daily Star publishes legal notices, public announcements, and official notices as required by law or submitted by authorized third parties.
In these cases:
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The published information may include personal data
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Publication is made to comply with legal obligations or authorized requests
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San Juan Daily Star acts solely as a publishing platform
Accordingly, San Juan Daily Star is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or content of information provided by third parties for these purposes.
6. Disclosure of Information
San Juan Daily Star does not sell users’ personal information.
We may share information only in the following circumstances:
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With service providers supporting Site operations (hosting, email marketing, analytics, etc.)
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With advertising and technology partners
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When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
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In connection with corporate transactions (merger, acquisition, restructuring)
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With your consent
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Ensure proper functionality of the Site
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Remember user preferences
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Analyze traffic and usage
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Deliver relevant content and advertising
You may configure your browser to reject cookies; however, doing so may affect certain functionalities of the Site.
8. User Rights
Under applicable laws in the United States and Puerto Rico, you may have the right to:
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Request access to your personal information
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your information
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Opt out of receiving marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: sanjuanweeklypr@gmail.com
9. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
If we become aware that such information has been collected, it will be deleted.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration.
However, no method of data transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. San Juan Daily Star is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Users are encouraged to review their privacy policies.
12. Changes to This Policy
San Juan Daily Star reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
Any updates will be posted on this page along with the effective date.
13. Contact Information
For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
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