PRIVACY POLICY

1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.1. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) defines the procedures for collecting, storing, processing, using, and disclosing information — including personal data — of users of the website https://grasswire.com (hereinafter — “Grasswire”).

1.2. Grasswire respects the privacy of every individual who visits our website. This Policy describes how we collect, store, and process personal data and other information provided by Users while interacting with the site.

1.3. By using any part of the Website, the User automatically agrees to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If the User does not agree with the Policy or is not of legal age to enter into such an agreement, they must refrain from using the Website.

1.4. Grasswire is not responsible for how third-party companies or individuals not owned or controlled by Grasswire collect, store, process, or disclose Personal Data.

2. COMPOSITION AND CONTENT OF PERSONAL DATA

2.1. “Personal data” refers to information or a set of information about a User that identifies them or may be used to identify them.

2.2. Such data may include:

  • full name
  • email address
  • username (if participating in community-driven contributions)
  • phone number
  • cookie files
  • IP address
  • other information voluntarily provided by the User while using the Website

3. COLLECTION AND USE OF PERSONAL DATA

3.1. Personal data is collected when the User voluntarily submits it through forms such as subscriptions, comments, participation in community editing, or news contributions, as well as through automated systems (analytics tools, cookies, etc.).

3.2. Grasswire may use the User’s Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • to ensure proper operation and usability of the Website
  • to enable participation in community journalism, fact-checking, or content contribution
  • to respond to inquiries and provide feedback
  • to improve user experience and Website performance
  • to analyze traffic and generate statistical information
  • to send news updates, newsletters, or notifications (with the User’s consent)

4. CONDITIONS FOR PROCESSING AND PROTECTING INFORMATION

4.1. Grasswire takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the User’s Personal Data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

4.2. Access to Personal Data is granted only to authorized personnel who require this information to perform their duties.

5. DISCLOSURE TO THIRD PARTIES

5.1. Grasswire does not transfer Personal Data to third parties except in the following cases:

  • when required by applicable law
  • when the User provides explicit consent
  • when such transfer is necessary for service delivery (email services, analytics, content tools)

6. COOKIES

6.1. The Website uses cookies to ensure its proper functionality and to analyze traffic. Users may change browser settings to manage or disable cookies if they choose.

7. USER RIGHTS

7.1. The User has the right to:

  • access their personal data
  • request correction or deletion of such data
  • withdraw consent for data processing
  • file complaints with the relevant data protection authorities

8. POLICY UPDATES

8.1. Grasswire reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with the date of the latest revision.