Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Open Edge Media

Last Updated: September 2025

At Open Edge Media (https://openedgemedia.com), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit or interact with our website. By using our site, you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only limited information necessary to improve our services and connect with our readers:

Personal Information: Name, email address, or other details you voluntarily submit (e.g., when contacting us at info@openedgemedia.com).
Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, and general usage data collected automatically for analytics.
Cookies & Tracking: Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

To respond to inquiries, feedback, or correction requests.
To improve website performance, design, and content.
To send newsletters or updates (if you subscribe).
To comply with legal requirements and prevent misuse of the site.

3. AI-Generated Content and Reader Feedback

All articles on Open Edge Media are created using AI-powered tools. While we aim for accuracy, content may sometimes include errors. If you contact us with a correction request, we may use your feedback and personal information (such as your name and email) to communicate updates or notify you once an article has been corrected or removed.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us:

Remember user preferences.
Measure site traffic and engagement.
Display relevant content.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit functionality.

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share limited information with trusted third parties in the following cases:

Service Providers: Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand website traffic.
Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.

Third-party websites linked from Open Edge Media have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Once information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.

7. Your Rights (U.S. & EU Compliance)

For California Residents (CCPA/CalOPPA):

Right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used.
Right to request deletion of personal data.
Right to opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data).
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

Right to access your personal data.
Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to request erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
Right to restrict or object to processing.
Right to data portability.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: info@openedgemedia.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Open Edge Media is not directed toward children under the age of 13 (U.S.) or 16 (EU). We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe your child has provided personal data, contact us immediately, and we will delete it.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to safeguard personal data. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee complete protection against unauthorized access, breaches, or misuse.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the U.S., please note that your information may be transferred and stored in the United States. By using our site, you consent to such transfers. We comply with applicable GDPR transfer safeguards for EU residents.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, data practices, or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

info@openedgemedia.com