Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 4, 2026
Last Updated: February 4, 2026
1. Introduction
MyPulse News ("we," "our," or "us"), operated by Pulse Analytics, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Device Information
We automatically collect certain device information, including:
- Device type and model
- Operating system version
- Unique device identifier (for anonymous analytics)
- App version
- Language and region settings
2.2 Usage Data
We collect information about how you interact with the App:
- Articles you read and time spent reading
- Topics and categories you follow
- Bookmarks and saved articles
- Search queries within the App
- App session duration and frequency
2.3 Optional Account Information
If you choose to create an account (which is entirely optional), we collect:
- Email address
- Display name (if provided)
- Profile preferences
2.4 Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect:
- Location data or GPS coordinates
- Contacts or address book
- Photos, camera, or microphone data
- Health or fitness data
- Financial or payment information
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the data concerned and the context:
- Consent: You have given us permission to process your data for specific purposes
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (improving the App, providing personalized content) and does not override your rights
- Contract: Processing is necessary to provide you with the services you requested
4. How We Use Your Information
- Deliver personalized news content based on your interests and reading history
- Provide AI-powered article summaries and key points (processed on our own servers)
- Remember your preferences, bookmarks, and reading progress
- Improve and optimize App performance and user experience
- Analyze aggregate usage patterns (anonymized) to enhance our service
- Send important service updates (only if you opt-in)
- Respond to your support requests
5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with the following categories of third parties:
5.1 Service Providers
We use trusted third-party services that help us operate the App:
- Cloud Hosting: For secure data storage and App delivery
- Analytics: To understand App usage patterns (anonymized data only)
All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.
6. Artificial Intelligence and Data Processing
MyPulse News uses AI to generate article summaries and key points. Here's how we handle AI processing:
What We DO:
- Process AI summaries on our own servers
- Use AI models that run entirely within our infrastructure
- Generate summaries from publicly available news article content
What We Do NOT Do:
- We do NOT share your personal data with third-party AI services (such as OpenAI, Google, or other external AI providers)
- We do NOT send your reading history, preferences, or personal information to external AI systems
- We do NOT use third-party AI APIs that could access your data
The AI features in our App are designed to enhance your experience while keeping your data secure within our own systems. Your personal information never leaves our infrastructure for AI processing.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services:
- Device data: Retained while you use the App, deleted 12 months after last use
- Usage data: Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days
- Account data: Retained until you delete your account
- Bookmarks and preferences: Retained until you delete them or your account
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
- Secure server infrastructure with access controls
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Limited employee access to personal data
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
9.1 All Users
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Opt-out: Disable personalized recommendations in App settings
9.2 EEA Residents (GDPR)
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
9.3 California Residents (CCPA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to say no to the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Right to equal service and price
To Exercise Your Rights:
Contact us at [email protected]. Please include your registered email or device identifier. We will respond within 30 days.
10. Tracking and Advertising
MyPulse News does not track you across other apps or websites.
- We do not use Apple's IDFA (Identifier for Advertisers)
- We do not display third-party advertisements
- We do not share your data with advertising networks
- We do not engage in cross-app tracking
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities.
12. Children's Privacy
MyPulse News is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will delete such information promptly.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- Displaying an in-app notification for significant changes
- Sending an email notification to registered users (for major changes)
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
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