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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Good News Wisconsin (GNW)
Effective Date: [Jan 2026]

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Good News Wisconsin (“GNW,” “we,” “our,” “us”) operates GoodNewsWisconsin.com and related GNW media platforms. GNW is a Wisconsin-based media and marketing company that highlights Wisconsin businesses, community stories, events, and positive news through interviews, photography, video, and promotional content.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect information in connection with our website and services. By accessing or using GNW services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • GoodNewsWisconsin.com

  • GNW forms, scheduling tools, and client intake systems

  • GNW email, SMS, and direct communications

  • GNW filming, recording, and media production operations

  • GNW marketing and promotional services

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This policy does not apply to third-party websites or platforms (such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Google, etc.) even if GNW content appears there. Use of those platforms is governed by their own terms and policies.

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2. Definitions

  • “Personal Information” means information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked to an individual or business representative.

  • “Content” means GNW media, including interviews, audio, video, photography, clips, reels, written descriptions, captions, and edited productions.

  • “Services” means GNW website services, media coverage, interviews, and any marketing packages offered by GNW.

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3. Information We Collect

 

A) Information You Provide to GNW

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name, business name, and title/role

  • Email address and phone number

  • Business location, website, social links

  • Scheduling details, interview topics, and intake responses

  • Testimonials or statements submitted to GNW

  • Any communications sent to us by email, webform, or other channels

If you submit information about another person, you represent you have permission to do so.

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B) Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit GoodNewsWisconsin.com, GNW may automatically collect:

  • IP address and approximate location (city/state level)

  • Device type, browser type, operating system

  • Pages viewed and interactions with the site

  • Date/time stamps, referring links, exit pages

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C) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

GNW may use cookies, pixels, log files, and similar technologies to:

  • operate the website

  • understand visitor behavior and improve performance

  • measure content effectiveness and marketing performance

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You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but portions of the site may not function properly.

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4. How GNW Uses Information

GNW may use collected information to:

  • respond to inquiries and communicate with you

  • schedule interviews, visits, filming, and recording

  • create and publish GNW content about Wisconsin businesses and events

  • provide and deliver GNW marketing services when requested

  • process payments (if applicable)

  • maintain security, prevent misuse, and enforce GNW terms

  • analyze site activity and content performance

  • comply with legal obligations

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GNW reports positive news only and seeks to treat all businesses and community members with fairness and respect. However, GNW retains exclusive control of editorial decisions and publication.

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5. Media Recording, Licensing, Ownership, and Editorial Control

 

A) Consent to Record

By participating in a GNW interview, filming session, audio recording, or photography session, you acknowledge and consent to being recorded and/or photographed where applicable. GNW may request written or recorded confirmation of consent.

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B) Ownership of GNW Content

All content created or recorded by GNW is the exclusive property of Good News Wisconsin (GNW), including raw footage, edited footage, still images, audio, and written content, regardless of whether the business is featured, promoted, or pays for services.

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C) GNW Rights to Use Content

GNW may use, reproduce, edit, publish, display, distribute, and archive content in any format or medium, including online and promotional use, without additional compensation unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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D) No Guaranteed Takedowns or Editing

GNW does not guarantee that any interview, photo, clip, article, reel, or published media will be edited, altered, or removed upon request. Any decision to edit or remove content is strictly at GNW’s discretion unless required by law or governed by a signed written agreement.

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E) Business Usage Rights

Any right for a business to reuse GNW content (such as posting GNW footage on the business page, ads, website, or marketing) must be granted by GNW in writing, or included in a purchased marketing/media package.

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6. Marketing Packages and Client Data

If you purchase or inquire about GNW marketing services, we may collect additional business information necessary to deliver services, including:

  • brand assets and marketing materials

  • logo files, photos, product lists, service descriptions

  • strategic goals and campaign preferences

  • ad account or social platform links (where applicable)

Client information may be retained for service delivery, recordkeeping, and internal operations.

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7. Sharing Information (Strict Limits)

GNW does not sell personal information.

GNW may share information only as necessary for business operations, including:

  • with vendors/contractors who help us operate (hosting, analytics, email, scheduling, payment processing)

  • with editors, videographers, or GNW contractors bound by confidentiality expectations

  • to comply with lawful requests, subpoenas, or legal processes

  • to protect GNW rights, safety, security, and property

  • in a business transition (sale, merger, restructuring) with appropriate protections

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8. Data Retention

GNW may retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • operating our services

  • maintaining business records

  • preventing fraud and misuse

  • resolving disputes

  • enforcing policies

  • complying with applicable laws

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9. Data Security (No Guaranteed Security)

GNW uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no system is completely secure. You acknowledge that transmission of information over the internet is not guaranteed to be secure, and GNW is not responsible for unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control.

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10. Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information GNW may hold about you (such as contact form details or email communications), where applicable by law.

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This section applies to personal information only. It does not guarantee the removal, alteration, or deletion of GNW published media content (including interviews, video clips, or photographs), which remains subject to GNW editorial discretion and/or any written media or marketing agreement.

To make a request, contact GoodNewsWisco@gmail.com.

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11. Children’s Privacy

Good News Wisconsin is family-friendly and may be viewed by audiences of all ages. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to GNW, please contact us at GoodNewsWisco@gmail.com and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

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12. External Links and Third-Party Platforms

GNW may link to or publish content on third-party sites. GNW is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or data handling policies of third parties. Any interactions on third-party platforms are governed by those platforms’ rules.

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13. Legal Disclaimers

A) Editorial Accuracy Disclaimer

GNW strives for accuracy and professionalism. However, GNW does not warrant or guarantee that all content is complete, current, or error-free. GNW reserves the right to modify, correct, or remove content at any time without notice.

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B) No Professional Advice

GNW content is for informational and promotional purposes only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

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C) No Guaranteed Marketing Results

GNW does not guarantee any marketing outcome, engagement results, revenue, rankings, follower growth, exposure, or business success. Results depend on many factors beyond GNW control.

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D) Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GNW is not liable for any direct or indirect damages arising out of your use of the site, services, or content, including incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages.

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E) Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless GNW, its owners, contractors, representatives, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of GNW services, submitted materials, or violation of this Privacy Policy.

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F) Copyright Protection

All GNW content is protected by copyright and other applicable intellectual property laws. Unauthorized reproduction, reposting, scraping, redistribution, or commercial use is prohibited without written permission.

To report copyright or content concerns, email: GoodNewsWisco@gmail.com

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14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

GNW may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute shall be handled in the appropriate courts located in Wisconsin unless otherwise required by law.

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16. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, data requests, or permissions, contact:

Good News Wisconsin (GNW)
Email: GoodNewsWisco@gmail.com

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