Effective Date: October 16, 2025
Mid Michigan Gazette (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, Mid Michigan Gazette (the “Site”). By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to newsletters or email updates
- Submit comments, feedback, or contact forms
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Create an account (if applicable)
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any other information you choose to provide
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Device information
- Referral website
This information is collected through cookies, log files, analytics tools, and similar technologies.
C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies for:
- Site functionality
- Analytics
- Performance optimization
- Remembering your preferences
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not work properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Site
- Deliver newsletters or updates
- Respond to inquiries or customer service requests
- Analyze usage to improve content and user experience
- Prevent fraud or misuse of the Site
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist with operations such as analytics, hosting, or email delivery
- Legal authorities when required by law or legal process
- Third-party partners only with your explicit consent (if applicable)
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Third-Party Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services (e.g., analytics tools, advertising networks, social media plugins).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
6. Your Choices & Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of newsletters or marketing emails
- Limit or disable cookies
You may exercise these rights by contacting us at: newstips@midmichigangazette.com
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe such information has been collected, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Mid Michigan Gazette
Email: newstips@midmichigangazette.com