Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 29, 2025
The Brownsville Times values your privacy. We collect only the information necessary to deliver subscriptions, process payments, communicate with you, and improve our services. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
What We Collect
- Name, email, mailing address, and phone number (when voluntarily provided)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party vendors)
- Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)
How We Use It
- To fulfill subscription services and process ad purchases
- To send newsletters, updates, and promotional emails (you may unsubscribe at any time)
- To improve user experience on our website
Data Security
Your information is stored securely and only accessible to authorized personnel.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services like Zeffy, Mailchimp, and Google Analytics. These services have their own privacy policies.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing [email protected].
Terms & Conditions
By accessing or subscribing to The Brownsville Times, you agree to the following terms:
Content Usage
All content published is the intellectual property of The Brownsville Times unless otherwise credited. You may not reproduce or distribute without permission.
User Conduct
You agree not to post or transmit any unlawful, defamatory, or obscene material. We reserve the right to remove content or terminate access for violations.
Changes to Terms
We may update these terms periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Limitation of Liability
We are not liable for service interruptions, typographical errors, or third-party failures.
Returns & Refunds Policy
Subscriptions
Subscriptions are non-refundable once the issue has been delivered (print or digital). If you cancel before the next issue, future charges will be halted.
Advertising
Ad reservations are refundable only if canceled 5 business days before the print deadline. No refunds are given for ads that appear as scheduled unless a major error occurs.
To request a refund, contact us at [email protected].
Payment Terms
Subscriptions
Payment is due at the time of subscription. Auto-renewal may apply if you subscribe online through Zeffy. You may cancel at any time before the next billing cycle.
Advertising
Payment terms for advertisers are due upon receipt unless other arrangements are agreed in writing. Late payments may incur a 3% monthly fee.
User Responsibilities
Subscribers
- Maintain up-to-date contact and payment info
- Respect our editorial staff and community comment guidelines
- Notify us of missing or damaged issues promptly
Advertisers
- Submit accurate and final ad content by the published deadline
- Review and approve proofs in a timely manner (if applicable)
- Understand ad placement is based on availability unless otherwise agreed
