Privacy policy

Privacy Policy – The Scots Independent (Revised)

Effective Date: [21/08/2005]
Website: https://scotsindependent.org

At The Scots Independent, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.

1. Introduction & Overview

The Scots Independent was founded in November 1926, under the auspices of the Scots National League, and stands as Scotland’s longest-surviving political newspaper uk.linkedin.com+2electricscotland.com+2uk.linkedin.com+8scotsindependent.scot+8en.wikipedia.org+8.

2. Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect:

  • Personal Information: such as your name, email address, and contact details when subscribing, registering, or contacting us.

  • Non-Personal Information: such as browser type, IP address, operating system, and usage data obtained through cookies or analytics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and enhance our website and services.

  • Communicate news, updates, or content you subscribed to.

  • Monitor site performance and user engagement.

  • Fulfill legal obligations, if necessary.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies including:

  • Necessary cookies – essential for site functionality.

  • Analytics cookies – to understand how users interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).

  • Preference cookies – to store user preferences.

You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may affect website functionality.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data. We may share information only:

  • With trusted service providers aiding in website operations.

  • When required by law or legal process.

  • To protect our rights, safety, or property.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed for its intended purpose or as required by law.

7. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws (such as GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request corrections or updates.

  • Request deletion.

  • Withdraw consent for certain uses.

  • File a complaint with a supervisory authority if you suspect misuse.

8. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy over time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be available here, with the updated Effective Date noted at the top.

11. Contact Information

For any inquiries about this Privacy Policy or data handling procedures, please contact us:

Publishers
Scots Independent (Newspapers) Ltd.
23 King Edward Terrace
Portknockie, Buckie, Moray
Scotland, AB56 4NX siaa.org.uk+11scotsindependent.scot+11find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk+11

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