Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

Introduction

The Clearcut News ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Information We Collect

• Account information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture. • Usage data: We collect anonymous analytics about how you use the app (articles read, features used) to improve the experience. • Bookmarks and votes: Your bookmarked articles and votes are stored in our database and linked to your account.

How We Use Your Information

• To provide and personalise your news feed. • To remember your preferences (language, theme, reading settings). • To improve the app through anonymous usage analytics. • To enable admin features for authorised users.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may be processed by: • Firebase (Google) — authentication, database, and analytics. • Bunny CDN — media delivery (images and videos).

Data Retention

Your account data is retained as long as your account is active. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

Security

We use industry-standard security measures including Firebase security rules and encrypted connections. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

The Clearcut News is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, contact us at: contact@shepherd.games