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Privacy Policy for The Chelsea PulseEffective Date: June 22, 2026 The Chelsea Pulse is an independent local newsletter and website focused on Chelsea, Massachusetts news, events, businesses, community stories, and related local updates. This Privacy Policy explains how The Chelsea Pulse collects, uses, and protects information from readers, subscribers, website visitors, and people who interact with our newsletter, website, social media pages, advertisements, signup forms, or related services. The Chelsea Pulse is published under the name The Chelsea Pulse. For privacy-related questions, contact us at: operations@thechelseapulse.com 1. Information We CollectWe may collect information that you choose to provide directly, including:
We may also collect basic technical and usage information, including:
2. How We Use Your InformationWe use the information we collect to:
3. Email Newsletter and UnsubscribingIf you subscribe to The Chelsea Pulse, we will use your email address to send newsletter issues and related updates. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us at operations@thechelseapulse.com. We do not want anyone to receive emails they no longer wish to receive. 4. Sharing of InformationWe do not sell your email address or subscriber information. We may share limited information with trusted service providers that help us operate The Chelsea Pulse, including newsletter platforms, website hosting providers, analytics tools, email delivery services, advertising platforms, or other tools used to manage and improve the newsletter. These service providers may process information on our behalf so we can operate the newsletter, send emails, measure performance, improve content, and manage subscriptions. We may also disclose information if required to do so by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of The Chelsea Pulse, our readers, or others. 5. Advertising and Social MediaThe Chelsea Pulse may use social media platforms, advertising platforms, or similar services to promote the newsletter and reach local readers. If you sign up through a Facebook lead form, social media advertisement, website form, or similar signup tool, we may receive the information you submit, such as your name and email address, and use it to send you The Chelsea Pulse newsletter. Your use of Facebook, Instagram, or other third-party platforms is also governed by those platforms’ own privacy policies and settings. 6. Links to Other WebsitesThe Chelsea Pulse may link to outside websites, including local businesses, government pages, event pages, news sources, sponsors, advertisers, and community organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of websites we do not control. We encourage readers to review the privacy policies of any outside websites they visit. 7. Sponsored Content and AdvertisingThe Chelsea Pulse may include sponsored content, advertising, affiliate links, or paid local business features in the future. When content is sponsored or paid, we will make reasonable efforts to label it clearly so readers understand the nature of the content. Sponsored links or advertiser websites may collect information under their own privacy policies. The Chelsea Pulse is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party advertisers or linked websites. 8. Cookies and Tracking TechnologiesOur website, newsletter platform, analytics tools, and advertising tools may use cookies, pixels, tracking links, or similar technologies to understand website traffic, email engagement, ad performance, and reader interest. These tools may help us understand things such as which pages are visited, which newsletter links are clicked, and how readers find The Chelsea Pulse. You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Some website features may not work as intended if cookies are disabled. 9. Data SecurityWe take reasonable steps to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. However, no website, email system, or online service can guarantee complete security. Readers should use caution when sharing information online. 10. Data RetentionWe keep subscriber information for as long as needed to operate the newsletter, maintain subscription records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and improve our services. If you unsubscribe, we may retain limited information as needed to honor your unsubscribe request and maintain compliance records. 11. Your Choices and RightsYou may contact us at operations@thechelseapulse.com to:
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related requests. 12. Children’s PrivacyThe Chelsea Pulse is intended for a general local audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, contact us at operations@thechelseapulse.com so we can review and delete the information if appropriate. 13. Data Breach NoticeIf we become aware of a data breach involving personal information, we will take reasonable steps to investigate and respond. Where required by law, we will notify affected individuals and appropriate authorities. 14. Changes to This Privacy PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. Continued use of The Chelsea Pulse newsletter, signup forms, social media pages, advertisements, or related services after an update means you accept the revised Privacy Policy. 15. Contact UsFor questions about this Privacy Policy or how The Chelsea Pulse handles reader information, contact: The Chelsea Pulse Published under the name: The Chelsea Pulse |