Last updated: July 23, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how AI Updates collects, uses and protects personal information when you visit ai-updates.net, subscribe to the newsletter, submit a comment or contact us.
Who is responsible for your data
AI Updates is responsible for the processing described in this policy. Privacy enquiries may be submitted through our Contact page.
Information we collect
- Newsletter subscriptions: your email address, subscription status and related consent records.
- Contact messages: your name, email address, message and any information you choose to provide.
- Comments: your chosen display name, email address, comment, IP address and browser information used for moderation and spam prevention.
- Technical information: information such as IP address, browser type, device type, referring pages, pages visited and approximate location derived from IP address.
- Cookies and similar technologies: identifiers needed for site functionality, preferences, security, measurement and—where enabled—analytics.
How we use information
We use personal information to operate and secure the website, deliver requested newsletters, respond to messages, moderate comments, understand site performance, prevent abuse and comply with legal obligations. Depending on the context, processing is based on consent, performance of a requested service, legitimate interests in running a secure publication or compliance with law.
Newsletter and double opt-in
Newsletter subscriptions use a double opt-in process. After submitting an email address, you must confirm the subscription through a confirmation email. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in each newsletter. Newsletter services are provided using Mailchimp, which processes subscription information on our behalf under its applicable privacy and data-processing terms.
Cookies and analytics
Some cookies are necessary for the website to function securely. Optional analytics or marketing technologies should be used only in accordance with applicable consent requirements. Browser settings can be used to block or delete cookies, although parts of the site may then work differently.
Service providers and international transfers
We may use providers for hosting, security, email delivery, analytics and website operations. These providers receive only the information reasonably required to perform their services. Some providers may process data outside your country. Where required, appropriate transfer safeguards are used.
Retention
Information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including security, recordkeeping and legal requirements. Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion, subject to limited suppression records needed to respect that request.
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal information; object to certain processing; withdraw consent; receive portable data; or complain to a data-protection authority. Contact us to exercise an applicable right. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational safeguards designed to protect personal information. No website or transmission method can be guaranteed completely secure.
Children
AI Updates is a general-audience news publication and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly request personal information from children below the age at which parental consent is required under applicable law.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as the website and its services develop. The date at the top identifies the latest revision.