Last updated: 18 sept 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Illinois News Today (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit illinoisnewstoday.com (the “Site”).
Information we collect
- Automatically collected data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Site, collected via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Information you provide: If you contact us, subscribe to a newsletter, or comment on an article, we collect the information you submit (e.g., name, email address).
Cookies
We use cookies to operate the Site, analyze traffic, and serve relevant advertising. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some Site features may not work correctly without them.
Advertising
We use Google AdSense and other third-party advertising partners to display ads on the Site. These partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You can learn more about how Google uses data and manage your ad preferences at Google’s Ads Settings and How Google uses information from sites that use our services.
Third-party links
Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.
Analytics
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our Site. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify individual users.
Children’s privacy
Our Site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Your choices
You may opt out of personalized advertising through your browser or device settings, or via the Digital Advertising Alliance’s opt-out tool at optout.aboutads.info.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact us
Questions about this policy? Email illinoisnewstoday@gmail.com.
This policy is provided as a general template and should be reviewed by a qualified attorney before publishing to ensure compliance with applicable laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA, GDPR if applicable, COPPA).