Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Your privacy matters. 

This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights. By using Brill News, you agree to how we handle your information as described here. 

2. What We Collect

We collect only what we need to run and improve the platform. 

Information you provide: 

  • Name or username  
  • Email address  
  • Account details  
  • Comments and content you post  

Information we collect automatically: 

  • IP address  
  • Device and browser type  
  • Pages visited and interactions  
  • Cookies and usage data  

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to: 

  • Create and manage your account  
  • Publish and display your comments  
  • Operate, maintain, and improve Brill News  
  • Communicate with you (e.g. account updates)  
  • Detect abuse, fraud, or misuse  
  • Comply with legal obligations  

We do not sell your personal data. 

4. Legal Basis (UK GDPR)

We process your data based on: 

  • Contract – to provide your account and platform access  
  • Legitimate interests – to improve and secure our service  
  • Legal obligations – where required by law  
  • Consent – where applicable (e.g. optional communications, cookies) 

5. Comments & Public Content

Anything you post (e.g. comments) may be publicly visible. 

Please don’t share personal or sensitive information you wouldn’t want to be public. 

6. Cookies

We use cookies to: 

  • Keep you logged in  
  • Understand how the site is used  
  • Improve performance and experience  

You can control cookies through your browser settings. 

7. Data Sharing

We only share data when necessary. 

This may include: 

  • Service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics)  
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required  

All third parties are expected to handle your data securely. 

8. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as needed: 

  • While your account is active  
  • As required for legal or operational purposes  

You can request deletion of your account at any time. 

9. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to: 

  • Access your data  
  • Correct inaccurate data  
  • Request deletion  
  • Restrict or object to processing  
  • Data portability (where applicable)  

To exercise your rights, contact us at the email below. 

10. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data. 

No system is completely secure, but we work to safeguard your information against unauthorised access or misuse. 

11. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may be based outside the UK. 

When your data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as: 

  • Transfers to countries with recognised adequacy decisions  
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal protections  

We take steps to ensure your data remains protected wherever it is processed. 

12. Contact

Questions or requests? Contact us through our ‘Contact’ page. 

Effective: October 16, 2019

Brill News
Attn: Privacy Policy Inquiry
8216 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood California US 91605