Privacy Policy

Kootenai Valley Times (https://kootenaivalleytimes.com/) values your trust. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, protect, and use your personal information when you browse our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal details that you provide voluntarily, such as your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or comment on articles. We also gather automated data via cookies, including your IP address and browsing behavior.

2. How We Use Your Information

We utilize your data to enhance your user experience across our primary content categories:

Family: We deliver localized community updates, parenting resources, and event alerts.
Health: We share relevant wellness insights and medical news matching your reading preferences.
Sports: We provide tailored updates on local tournaments, school athletics, and scores.
Entertainment: We distribute cultural features, event guides, and lifestyle recommendations.

Additionally, this data helps us improve website performance, display relevant advertisements, and respond directly to your inquiries.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to personalize your digital experience. These small text files track how you interact with our news sections. You can disable cookies through your web browser settings, though this may limit some website features.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We never sell your personal information to third parties. Trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or sending newsletters may access your data, but they must keep this information strictly confidential.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to safeguard your personal details against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute data security.

6. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. We will post all revisions directly on this page.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this policy, please email [email protected].