Gary Times (“Gary Times,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our readers, visitors, contributors, and business partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard personal information when you access or use the Gary Times website and any related services.
We believe transparency is fundamental to responsible digital publishing. This policy is intended to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, and the choices available to you regarding your personal information.
By accessing or using Gary Times, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
The information we collect depends on how you interact with Gary Times.
Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:
- Contact our editorial team.
- Submit a news tip or correction.
- Subscribe to newsletters.
- Request customer support.
- Participate in surveys or promotions.
- Apply as a contributor or author.
- Communicate with us regarding partnerships or advertising.
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Company or organization
- Job title
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any additional information you choose to include in your communication.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Gary Times uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain website functionality.
- Remember user preferences.
- Improve website performance.
- Measure audience engagement.
- Analyze website traffic.
- Deliver relevant advertising where applicable.
- Protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity.
Additional information is available in our separate Cookies Policy.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Operate and maintain Gary Times.
- Publish and improve editorial content.
- Respond to inquiries and requests.
- Deliver newsletters and other requested communications.
- Improve website functionality and user experience.
- Analyze website traffic and readership trends.
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud or security incidents.
- Comply with legal obligations.
- Protect the rights, property, and security of Gary Times and its users.
- Develop new products, services, and editorial features.
We only process personal information where there is an appropriate legal basis to do so.
Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under privacy laws, Gary Times processes personal information on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Your consent.
- Performance of a contract or requested service.
- Compliance with legal obligations.
- Protection of legitimate business interests.
- Protection of vital interests where applicable.
Sharing of Information
Gary Times does not sell personal information.
We may share information only when necessary with:
- Technology and hosting providers.
- Analytics providers.
- Advertising and marketing partners.
- Email communication platforms.
- Security and fraud prevention services.
- Legal advisers and professional consultants.
- Government authorities when required by applicable law.
All third-party service providers are expected to protect personal information in accordance with applicable privacy standards.
Advertising
Gary Times may display advertisements through advertising partners or advertising networks.
These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to deliver advertisements that may be more relevant to your interests.
Gary Times does not control third-party advertising technologies, and readers should review the privacy policies of those providers for additional information.
Analytics
We use analytics services to better understand how visitors interact with Gary Times.
Analytics information may include:
- Traffic sources
- Popular content
- User engagement
- Device information
- Browser information
- Approximate location
- Session statistics
Analytics data is used solely to improve our editorial products, website performance, and reader experience.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to newsletters or other communications, we may send editorial updates, publication announcements, or other requested information.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide requested services.
- Respond to inquiries.
- Maintain business records.
- Comply with legal obligations.
- Resolve disputes.
- Enforce our agreements.
When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.
Data Security
Gary Times maintains administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Although we employ reasonable security measures, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users should exercise appropriate caution when transmitting information online.
International Users
Gary Times is accessible worldwide.
If you access our website from outside the country in which our servers or service providers are located, your information may be transferred, processed, and stored in jurisdictions where privacy laws may differ from those of your country.
By using Gary Times, you acknowledge and consent to such transfers where permitted by applicable law.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Correct inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of personal information.
- Restrict or object to certain processing activities.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Request a copy of your personal information.
- Lodge a complaint with an appropriate supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children’s Privacy
Gary Times is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age required by applicable privacy laws.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
Gary Times is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.
Policy Updates
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, editorial operations, or business practices.
Updated versions will be published on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Continued use of Gary Times following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our privacy practices, please visit our Contact Us page or contact us at:
Email: contact@garytimes.com
We are committed to responding to legitimate privacy inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Last Updated: June 2026