Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 11, 2026

Core Idea ("Core Idea," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining transparency regarding how information is collected, used, and safeguarded. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you access or use our website, services, applications, and related platforms.

By using Core Idea, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Contact form submissions
  • News tips and story submissions
  • Comments and feedback
  • Account registration information (if applicable)

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Referring website addresses
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Usage and interaction data

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website performance
  • Understand visitor behavior
  • Personalize user experience
  • Maintain website security

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, though certain features may not function properly.

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Operate and maintain our services
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Improve website functionality and content
  • Deliver news and information services
  • Monitor website performance and security
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Communicate important service updates

3. AI-Assisted Services

Core Idea utilizes artificial intelligence and automated technologies to assist with content aggregation, summarization, organization, and user interactions.

Information submitted through AI-powered features may be processed by automated systems to improve functionality and user experience.

Users should not submit confidential, sensitive, or proprietary information through AI-powered services.

4. Information Sharing

Core Idea does not sell personal information.

We may share information:

  • With service providers assisting our operations
  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect public safety or prevent fraud
  • To enforce our Terms of Service
  • In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition

5. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, government agencies, and external services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Fulfill legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements
  • Maintain business records

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information involved.

8. Children's Privacy

Core Idea is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access to information we hold about you
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion of certain personal information
  • Restriction of processing
  • Objection to certain uses of information

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

10. News Tips and User Submissions

If you voluntarily submit news tips, photographs, videos, comments, or other materials:

  • Information may be reviewed by Core Idea personnel and systems.
  • Submitted materials may be published, edited, or used in reporting.
  • Personal information may be removed or redacted when appropriate.
  • We reserve the right not to publish submitted materials.

11. Analytics and Advertising

Core Idea may use analytics providers and advertising partners to understand website usage and improve services.

These providers may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information about website interactions.

Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of Core Idea after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Core Idea
Tioga County, Pennsylvania, USA

Email: privacy@coreideanews.com
Website: https://www.coreideanews.com

Last Updated: June 11, 2026

Core Idea is committed to responsible information practices, transparency, and protecting the trust of our readers, contributors, and community.