Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

1. Introduction

Flingjore Independent News (”we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and the trust you place in our reporting. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data. By subscribing to or visiting flingjore.com or news.flingjore.com, you agree to the practices described below.

2. Important Note for Sources

If you wish to share confidential tips, documents, or information for a story, DO NOT use the standard subscription sign-up or public comment sections.

Subscriber data is stored on third-party servers (Substack) and is not encrypted for source protection. To contact Flingjore Independent News confidentially, please use [Insert Signal Number/Secure Email/ProtonMail] referenced on our Contact page.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information to deliver independent journalism to your inbox:

* Voluntarily Provided Information: When you subscribe, we collect your email address and, optionally, your name. If you purchase a paid subscription, our payment processor (Stripe, via Substack) collects necessary billing information. We do not store your full credit card number.

* Usage Data: We and our platform provider (Substack) use cookies and similar technologies to analyze how readers interact with our articles (e.g., open rates, click-through rates). This helps us understand which stories resonate with our audience.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data solely for the following purposes:

* Delivery: To send you newsletters, breaking news alerts, and updates.

* Improvement: To analyze readership trends and improve our editorial coverage.

* Communication: To respond to your inquiries or support requests.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

Flingjore Independent News publishes via the Substack platform.

* Substack: By using our site, you also agree to Substack’s Privacy Policy, which governs the technical collection of data on their platform.

* Analytics: We use aggregate, anonymized data to understand our growth. We do not sell individual subscriber profiles to data brokers or third-party advertisers.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your email address. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have control over your inbox and your data:

* Unsubscribe: You may opt out of our emails at any time using the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of every newsletter.

* Access and Deletion: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you or ask us to delete it by contacting us directly.

8. Changes to This Policy

As our publication evolves, this policy may change. We notify subscribers of significant changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page or sending a direct email update.

9. Contact Us

For privacy concerns or to exercise your data rights, please contact:

[Insert Your Email Address]

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