Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 28, 2025
Version: V1.0

Kyrion Media (“Kyrion,” “we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you interact with our websites, platforms, services, and partner network (collectively, the “Services”).

👉 Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to Kyrion Media and all websites within the Kyrion Media Network, including but not limited to TheNYJournal.com, TheTimesOfChicago.com, TheSanFranciscoPost.com, and other affiliated domains listed at https://kyrionmedia.com/kyrion-media-network.

For clients who require a Data Processing Addendum (DPA) under GDPR or other applicable laws, Kyrion Media makes one available upon request. See our Data Processing Addendum page for details.

1. Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to:

    • Clients and users of Kyrion Media’s Services
    • Agencies (PR, SEO, Marketing, Freelancers) submitting content
    • Visitors to our websites
    • Publishers, partners, and affiliates in our distribution network

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal, business, and technical information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

    • Contact details (name, email, phone number)
    • Company/agency details (name, role, domain, etc.)
    • Content submitted for publication or distribution (press releases, articles, images, etc.)
    • Payment and billing information (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
    • Account credentials (usernames, passwords, where applicable)

B. Information Collected Automatically

    • IP address and approximate location (based on IP)
    • Device identifiers and browser type
    • Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
    • Cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

    • To provide, manage, and improve our Services
    • To process payments and fulfill orders
    • To communicate with you regarding accounts, submissions, or inquiries
    • To enforce our Terms of Service and content standards
    • To analyze usage, trends, and improve performance
    • To comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations
    • To send marketing or promotional updates (where permitted by law and with your consent)

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR & Global Compliance)

Where applicable (e.g., EU, UK, Brazil, etc.), we rely on the following legal bases to process your data:

    • Contractual necessity (to provide Services you request)
    • Legitimate interest (security, fraud prevention, service improvements)
    • Legal obligations (compliance with laws, regulations, court orders)
    • Consent (for marketing emails, cookies, or where required by law)

5. Sharing of Information

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

    • Trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processors, email delivery, etc.)
    • Publishers and distribution partners (only as directed by you when syndicating content)
    • Legal authorities if required by law, regulation, or valid legal process
    • Business successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Content Responsibility

Kyrion Media acts as a content distributor, not the creator or legal owner of content submitted by agencies, clients, or partners.

    • Agencies and clients are fully responsible for the legality, accuracy, originality, and copyright compliance of submitted materials.
    • Kyrion Media disclaims liability for third-party content published, distributed, or syndicated through our Services.

7. Data Retention

We retain information:

    • As long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy
    • In compliance with legal, tax, and contractual obligations
    • You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or regulatory retention requirements

8. Your Rights

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

    • Access a copy of your personal data
    • Correct or update inaccurate information
    • Request deletion of your data
    • Object to or restrict processing of your data
    • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
    • File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@kyrionmedia.com.

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and tracking tools to:

    • Authenticate users and secure accounts
    • Analyze website traffic and usage trends
    • Personalize user experience
    • Support marketing and advertising (with consent where required)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For detailed usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data, including:

    • Secure servers and hosting infrastructure
    • Encrypted communications (SSL/TLS)
    • Role-based access and monitoring

While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no system is completely secure. Please use caution when sharing sensitive data online.

11. Cross-Border Data Transfers

As a global distribution hub, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, including the United States, India, and the EU. Where required, we rely on standard contractual clauses or equivalent safeguards to protect cross-border transfers.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or process data from children. If we learn that a child’s data has been collected, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. Kyrion Media is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of these external sites. Please review their policies before submitting any personal data.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected by the “Effective Date” above. By continuing to use our Services, you acknowledge and accept the latest version of this Policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Kyrion Media
📧 Email: privacy {at} kyrionmedia.com
🌐 Website: www.kyrionmedia.com