Effective Date: March 2026
Last Updated: March 2026
Canyon County News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates canyoncountynews.com (the “Website”), a publication of the Idaho News Network. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our readers.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect your email address if you subscribe to our newsletter. We use standard web analytics (cookies, page views, IP address, browser type) to understand how visitors use our site. We may collect information from third-party platforms if you interact with us through social media.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to provide and improve our news services, send newsletters you opt into, respond to inquiries, analyze usage trends, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share information with service providers (hosting, email delivery, analytics) who are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to understand traffic. You can manage preferences through your browser settings.
5. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to external websites with their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices.
6. Data Security
We implement SSL encryption, restricted access, and regular security updates. No online transmission is completely secure.
7. Your Rights
You may unsubscribe from emails anytime, request access to or deletion of personal data, and opt out of marketing. California residents have additional rights under CCPA. EU residents have rights under GDPR.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary. Newsletter data is kept until you unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained up to 26 months.
10. Changes
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated effective date.
11. Contact
Canyon County News
Part of the Idaho News Network
Email: contact@canyoncountynews.com