Last Updated: oct 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Showbizztoday.com . We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding information collection when you visit our entertainment news website.
2. Information We Collect
2.1. Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Contact information when you reach out to us via email or contact forms
- Comments and interactions when you engage with our content
- Newsletter subscriptions and preferences
2.2. Information Collected Automatically
- Log Data: Your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and browser characteristics
2.3. Information from Third Parties
- Analytics data from Google Analytics and similar services
- Social media interactions and engagement metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our entertainment content and services
- Personalize your reading experience
- Analyze website performance and user behavior
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and feedback
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use the following types of cookies:
4.1. Essential Cookies
Required for basic site functionality and security
4.2. Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics and similar tools to understand user behavior
4.3. Advertising Cookies
Third-party cookies for personalized advertising (see Section 5)
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
5. Third-Party Services and Advertising
We work with third-party providers including:
5.1. Advertising Partners
- Google AdSense and other advertising networks
- Social media platforms for content distribution
5.2. Analytics Providers
- Google Analytics for traffic analysis
- Heat mapping and user behavior tools
These third parties may collect information about your online activities across different websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information in these circumstances:
- With service providers who assist our operations
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights or prevent harm
- In connection with business transfers or mergers
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request data deletion
- Disable cookies through browser settings
- Use “Do Not Track” signals (we respond to these signals)
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to personal data
- Secure server infrastructure
9. International Data Transfers
As a global entertainment platform, your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure adequate protection through standard contractual clauses and other approved mechanisms.
10. Children’s Privacy
Showbizztoday.com is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Providing our services
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Resolving disputes
- Enforcement of agreements
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending notifications for significant changes
13. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact us at:
Email: smooth954@yahoo.com
14. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:
- Right to know about personal information collected
- Right to request deletion of personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights
15. GDPR Compliance
For EU residents, we comply with GDPR requirements including:
- Lawful basis for processing
- Data subject rights
- Data protection impact assessments
- Data breach notifications
This Privacy Policy is designed to be comprehensive and transparent about our data practices. We recommend reviewing it periodically for updates.