Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Realty News & Sweepstakes ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website realtynws.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, including all associated features and functionalities.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using realtynws.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other identifying information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or signing up for communications.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on our Site.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including time spent on pages, clicks, and navigation patterns.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's account.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To improve and optimize the Site's functionality, performance, and user experience.
- To conduct analytics and track affiliate commissions and referral activity.
- To send promotional communications, newsletters, and marketing materials (only with your consent where required).
- To detect, prevent, and address fraudulent activity, security issues, and technical problems.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To personalize your experience and deliver content relevant to your interests.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share aggregated and anonymized data with business partners and analytics providers.
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies? Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit our Site. They help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site through platforms like Google Analytics.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals to partner casinos and sweepstakes platforms to calculate affiliate commissions.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver targeted advertisements and track campaign performance.
Opt-Out Options: Most web browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. You can also disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos, sweepstakes platforms, and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
When you click on affiliate links and visit partner sites, those operators collect their own data in accordance with their privacy policies. We receive affiliate compensation when you interact with these linked partners, but this does not influence our editorial recommendations.
Your Rights
United States Users: Depending on your state of residence, you may have specific privacy rights:
- California (CCPA): You may have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, and opt-out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your information. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
- Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah (VCDPA): Similar rights to access, delete, and opt-out of targeted advertising.
EU/UK Users: If you access our Site from the European Union or United Kingdom, you may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectify, erase, and port your data. Please contact us to exercise these rights.
We will respond to verified requests within thirty (30) days or as required by applicable law.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Affiliate tracking data may be retained for up to two (2) years for accounting and commission verification purposes. You may request deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected], subject to legal retention requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: realtynws.com
We will respond to your inquiry within thirty (30) business days.
Note: This Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting a revised policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.