Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 25, 2026

What We Collect

When you create an account (via email or Google Sign-In), we store:

• Email address
• Your news preferences (topics, sentiment, bias filters)
• Newsletter subscription status

We do not collect location data, contacts, browsing history, or any data beyond what's listed above.

How We Use Your Data

• Preferences — to filter and personalize your news feed
• Email — to send newsletters (only if you subscribe) and account-related communications

We do not sell, share, or transfer your personal data to third parties.

Third-Party Services

• Amazon Cognito — authentication (email/password and Google Sign-In)
• Amazon DynamoDB — stores your preferences
• Amazon SES — sends newsletter emails
• Google OAuth — if you choose to sign in with Google

These services process data according to their own privacy policies.

Data Storage

Your data is stored securely on AWS infrastructure in the US East (Virginia) region. Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and at rest.

Your Rights

You can:

• View and update your preferences at any time in the app
• Delete your account by contacting us
• Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time

Children's Privacy

News Lens AI is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

Changes

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact

Questions? Email info@newzlens.com