Privacy Policy

Protecting Privacy Across Our Network

PressHub connects independent journalists globally, and we take your privacy seriously. This policy covers data handling at presshub.one.

Platform Operator

PressHub is run entirely by volunteers committed to independent journalism. No corporate ownership, no advertising business model.

Network Privacy Promise

Minimal data collection. No commercial data use. Your connection to our network remains private.

Age Requirement

PressHub is intended for adults only. You must be at least 18 years old to create an account or interact with our platform.

Data We Collect

Account Information (if you register):

  • Email address (required for account functions)
  • Display name (your choice)
  • Profile information you choose to add

Content Interactions:

  • Comments you post
  • Discussions you participate in

Technical Data:

  • Basic, privacy-respecting analytics (page views, reading patterns)
  • We use Ghost's built-in analytics only—no third-party tracking
  • Security-related technical information

How We Use Data

We use collected information to:

  • Maintain your account functionality
  • Send necessary emails (confirmations, security alerts)
  • Enable community features
  • Improve our platform
  • Protect against abuse

Email Communications:

We use a trusted email provider for transactional messages:

  • Welcome emails
  • Password reset requests
  • Security notifications

Manage your preferences in account settings.

Data Sharing

We do not share personal information except:

  • When legally compelled
  • To protect safety or rights
  • With explicit consent

Service providers we work with are bound by confidentiality requirements.

Your Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct or update information
  • Delete your account
  • Export your content
  • Opt out of optional communications

Exercise these rights via account settings or our contact page.

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures. No internet transmission is perfectly secure, but we take protection seriously.

Journalist Safeguards

We understand many contributors work in sensitive contexts. We:

  • Never require real names
  • Support pseudonymous publishing
  • Minimize data collection
  • Avoid unnecessary logging
  • Respect source confidentiality

Cookies and Analytics

We use only essential functional cookies. Our analytics are limited to Ghost's privacy-respecting built-in tools.

Children's Privacy

PressHub is not for children under 18. If a minor has submitted information, please contact us immediately.

Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically. Changes appear here with updated dates. Continued platform use constitutes acceptance.

Questions?

Privacy concerns? Visit our contact page.

Last Updated: December 2025