Privacy Policy

Property News (“we”, “our”, or “the Company”) is a digital and print media platform powered by Business News Media Group. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent, secure, and trustworthy user experience across all our platforms, including the Property News website, and the Property News Magazine.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Company name and position
Submitted content or inquiries
Advertising or partnership requests
Subscription information for Property News Magazine

1.2. Information Collected Automatically

When you use our website, we may collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Cookies and tracking data
Pages visited and user behavior analytics

1.3. Information from Third Parties

We may receive data from:

Advertising partners
Social media platforms (when you interact with our content)
Analytics providers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data strictly for legitimate, business-related purposes, including:

Delivering our digital and print content
Processing subscriptions, newsletter sign-ups, and magazine distribution
Managing advertising inquiries and sponsored content
Improving user experience and website performance
Communicating updates, announcements, and editorial notifications
Maintaining platform security and preventing fraud
Conducting analytics and market research

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR-Compliant)

We process personal data under the following bases:

Consent — when subscribing or submitting information
Legitimate Interest — editorial improvements, marketing, analytics
Contractual Requirement — for advertisers, partners, and contributors
Legal Obligation — compliance with regulatory bodies

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Property News uses cookies to:

Enable core website functionality
Measure traffic and user behavior
Personalize content and advertising
Enhance navigation and load speed

Users may manage cookie settings through their browser.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

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

Business News Media Group internal departments
Trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, marketing automation)
Print distribution partners for Property News Magazine
Legal authorities when required by law

All partners operate under strict confidentiality agreements.

6. Data Security

We implement advanced technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

Encrypted database storage
Secure servers and firewalls
Regular vulnerability assessments
Access controls and authentication protocols

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary for:

Editorial communication
Magazine subscription management
Marketing and analytics
Legal compliance

Users may request deletion at any time.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing
Withdraw consent
Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
editor@businessnewsme.com

9. External Links

Property News may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect children’s personal data.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect operational or regulatory changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.