Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Overview

South Metro Scoop ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you subscribe to our email newsletter and interact with our content.

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

• Email address (required for newsletter subscription)
• Name (if provided)
• Geographic location (city/zip code, if provided)
• Any information you voluntarily share when contacting us or responding to our content

Information Collected Automatically:

• Email engagement metrics (open rates, click-through rates, links clicked)
• Device type and email client information
• Time and date of email opens and clicks

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Deliver our twice-weekly newsletter to your inbox
• Improve our content based on what topics and stories you engage with
• Communicate with you about South Metro community news and events
• Analyze newsletter performance and engagement
• Respond to your inquiries or comments

How We Share Your Information

We do NOT sell your email address or personal information to third parties.

We may share limited information only in the following circumstances:

Newsletter Sponsors: We may share aggregated, anonymized statistics about our subscriber base (total subscribers, open rates, geographic distribution) with newsletter sponsors for marketing purposes. We never share individual subscriber email addresses or identifiable information with sponsors.

Service Providers: We use third-party email service providers to deliver our newsletter. These providers have access to subscriber information only to perform services on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights and safety.

Marketing Communications

You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email we send you. Please note that even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send you transactional emails (such as responses to your direct inquiries).

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. If you unsubscribe, we may retain certain information for record-keeping purposes and to comply with legal obligations.

Third-Party Links

Our newsletter may contain links to third-party websites, local businesses, or external content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access the information we hold about you
• The right to correct inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to unsubscribe from our communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our newsletter is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our newsletter after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: brady@southmetroscoop.com
South Metro Scoop

Your Consent

By subscribing to our newsletter, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described.

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