Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026 | Effective Date: June 2026

At Difrox (www.difrox.com), your privacy matters to us — not as a legal formality, but as a genuine commitment. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how it is used when you visit our site. By using Difrox, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two broad types of information: data you provide directly (such as when you subscribe to a newsletter or submit a news tip) and data collected automatically through your use of the site. Automatic data includes your IP address, browser type, device information, referring URLs, pages visited, and time spent on site. None of this identifies you personally on its own — it helps us understand how readers interact with our content.

2. Log Files

Like virtually every website on the internet, Difrox uses log files. These logs record IP addresses, browser types, internet service providers (ISPs), date and time stamps, referring and exit pages, and click data. We use this information for site administration, trend analysis, and to improve the reader experience. Log data is not linked to any personally identifiable information.

3. Cookies and Web Beacons

Difrox uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to enhance site functionality and serve relevant content. We also use web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), which are tiny electronic images embedded in pages or emails that help us understand user engagement, such as whether a newsletter was opened.

Some cookies are strictly necessary for the site to function. Others are used for analytics and advertising. You can control cookie settings through your browser at any time, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

4. Google DoubleClick DART Cookie

Difrox uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. As part of this service, Google uses the DoubleClick DART cookie to serve ads to our users based on their visits to Difrox and other sites on the internet. This allows Google to show you ads relevant to your browsing interests rather than generic, untargeted advertising.

You can opt out of the DART cookie at any time by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy at: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads. Alternatively, you can manage your Google ad preferences through the Google Ads Settings page at: https://adssettings.google.com.

5. Third-Party Privacy Policies

Difrox contains links to external websites and may feature content or advertising served by third-party partners. These third-party sites and ad networks — including Google AdSense and any analytics providers — have their own privacy policies, which are entirely independent of ours. Difrox has no control over, and accepts no responsibility for, the content or privacy practices of any third-party website. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before sharing any personal data with them.

Third-party ad servers or ad networks use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, and web beacons in the advertisements and links that appear on Difrox. These technologies go directly to your browser and automatically receive your IP address when this occurs.

6. GDPR & CCPA Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you, and the right to data portability. You also have the right to object to or restrict certain types of processing.

California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. Difrox does not sell personal data to third parties.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details on our Contact page. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

Difrox is a news platform intended for general adult audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our site, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated date at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent version. Continued use of Difrox after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.