Effective Date: July 4, 2026

1. Introduction

HyperGrid News, operated by DigiWorldz LLC, is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors and contributors to https://hypergridnews.com (“the Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights with respect to your personal information.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect information you provide directly to us, which may include:

• Your name or avatar name when submitting content or contacting us

• Your email address when subscribing to our newsletter or submitting content

• Grid name and grid URL when registering as a grid liaison

• Content you submit for publication, including articles, event listings, and announcements

• Any correspondence you send to us via email or contact forms

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically by our web server and third-party tools, including:

• IP address and general geographic location

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on those pages

• Referring URLs

• Date and time of visits

This information is collected through standard server logs and, if enabled, analytics tools such as Google Analytics or similar services.

2.3 Cookies

The Site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to enhance your browsing experience. WordPress, the platform on which this Site is built, uses cookies for functionality purposes including maintaining session state. Third-party services embedded in the Site, such as analytics or social sharing tools, may also set their own cookies.

You may configure your browser to refuse cookies, though doing so may affect certain Site functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To publish submitted content on the Site

• To communicate with contributors and liaisons regarding their submissions

• To send newsletters or updates to subscribers who have opted in

• To monitor and analyze Site traffic and usage patterns

• To maintain the security and integrity of the Site

• To respond to inquiries and provide support

• To comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information on the following legal bases:

• Your consent, where you have provided it (e.g., newsletter subscription)

• Our legitimate interests in operating a community publication and maintaining the Site

• Compliance with applicable legal obligations

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating the Site, such as hosting providers and email services, under appropriate confidentiality agreements

• When required by law, court order, or governmental authority

• To protect the rights, property, or safety of HyperGrid News, DigiWorldz LLC, or others

Any third-party service providers are contractually required to use your data only for the purposes we specify and to maintain appropriate security standards.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Newsletter subscribers may unsubscribe at any time. Content submitted for publication may remain on the Site indefinitely as part of the public record, unless a removal request is made and granted at our discretion.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you

• The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information

• The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions

• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

• The right to object to or restrict certain types of processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@hypergridnews.com. We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Third-Party Services

The Site may integrate or link to third-party services including but not limited to analytics providers, newsletter platforms, and social media. These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. HyperGrid News is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Ohio. Any disputes arising from this Policy shall be resolved by binding mediation in Licking County, Ohio, as described in the Terms of Service.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

HyperGrid News / DigiWorldz LLC

Email: admin@hypergridnews.com Website: https://hypergridnews.com