Patriots First Media Privacy Policy

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Patriots First Media (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website patriotsfirstmedia.com and related services (collectively, the “Site”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and respecting your data rights. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Site, subscribe to our content, comment on articles, or otherwise interact with us. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect We may collect the following types of information: Personal Information You Provide Directly:

When you subscribe to our newsletter or email updates: your name and email address.
When you contact us or submit a tip: your name, email address, phone number (if provided), and the content of your message.
When you comment on articles (if enabled): your name, email address, and comment content.
Any other information you voluntarily provide.

Automatically Collected Information:

Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site.
Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to analyze traffic, personalize content, and improve user experience.

Information from Third Parties:

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) may provide aggregated or anonymized data about Site usage.
Social media platforms or embedded content (if any) may share limited information when you interact with our content.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Our Site is not directed to children.

2. How We Use Your Information We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To deliver newsletters, articles, and updates you have requested.
To respond to your comments, questions, or tips.
To improve our Site, analyze trends, and understand audience engagement.
To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues.
To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

We strive to minimize data collection and only process information necessary for these legitimate purposes.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of InformationWe do not sell your personal information for monetary compensation.We may share your information in limited circumstances:

With service providers who assist us (e.g., email service providers, hosting companies, analytics tools) under strict confidentiality agreements.
When required by law, court order, or government request.
To protect the safety, rights, or property of Patriots First Media, our users, or the public.
In the event of a business transfer (merger, acquisition, or sale of assets), your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We do not share your information with third parties for their own marketing purposes without your consent.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use essential cookies for Site functionality and analytics cookies to understand visitor behavior. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled. We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) and other universal opt-out signals where required by law (including Colorado law).

5. Your Privacy Rights Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access, correct, or delete your data.
Opt out of the sale of personal information or targeted advertising (we do not sell data).
Opt out of certain profiling or automated decision-making (if applicable).
Withdraw consent where we rely on consent.

Colorado Residents:

Under the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), you have rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of processing for targeted advertising or sale of personal data. You may also request a copy of data in a portable format. To exercise your rights, please contact us at the email address below. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30–45 days).We do not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.

6. Data Security We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or embedded content (e.g., videos, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. International Users Our Site is hosted in the United States and primarily intended for U.S. audiences. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection standards than your country.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at: Email: patriotsfirstmedia@gmail.com