Privacy Policy

Last updated: 21 September 2026

Who we are and our role as data controller

newstrixnu operates the Course A newsroom production platform from the United Kingdom. We act as the data controller for personal data processed in connection with the platform. This means we decide the purposes and means of processing personal data collected through the website and the services we provide for editorial structure, studio reports, camera setup, audio preparation and professional news delivery workflows.

Who this notice applies to

This privacy notice covers all visitors to our website, registered users of the Course A platform, customers who subscribe to our commercial services, and anyone who contacts us through the contact form on our Contacts page. It does not cover the activities of third parties whose websites or services may be linked from our platform.

Categories of personal data we collect and their sources

We collect identification data such as name and job title, contact data including email address, technical data such as IP address and browser type, usage data relating to how you interact with the platform, and content data when you upload materials for news production. These data are obtained directly from you when you register, submit forms or use the platform, and indirectly through cookies and analytics tools when you browse the site.

Purposes of processing and the legal bases we rely on

We process personal data to provide and improve the Course A platform, to manage user accounts and subscriptions, to deliver customer support, to send service-related communications, to comply with legal obligations, and to analyse usage for product development. Each purpose has a specific legal basis: contract performance for account management and service delivery, legitimate interests for analytics and improvement, legal obligation for regulatory compliance, and consent where we ask for it explicitly, for example in relation to marketing communications.

Whether providing data is mandatory and the consequences of refusal

Providing certain data is necessary to register for the platform or to receive support. If you do not supply required information we may be unable to create your account, process payments or respond to your enquiries. Other data collection, such as optional analytics cookies, is not mandatory and you can refuse it without affecting core platform functionality.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the site, remember preferences and measure performance. Details of the specific cookies we use, their purposes and how to manage them are set out in our separate Cookie Policy, which is accessible via the site-wide cookie banner.

Processors, recipients and disclosures required by law

We share personal data with carefully selected service providers who act as processors, including hosting providers, analytics services and payment processors. These processors are bound by contractual safeguards. We may also disclose data to public authorities where required by law, regulation or court order.

International transfers and the safeguards we apply

Some of our processors are located outside the United Kingdom. When personal data are transferred to countries that do not have an adequacy decision from the UK Government we rely on appropriate safeguards such as the UK International Data Transfer Agreement or standard contractual clauses approved by the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Retention periods and criteria for deciding them

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Account data are retained for the duration of the subscription plus six years to meet tax and legal record-keeping requirements. Usage logs are kept for twelve months. Data used for marketing are retained until you withdraw consent or object. Specific retention criteria include legal obligations, the need to resolve disputes and legitimate business interests in maintaining service records.

Security measures and data minimisation

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration or loss. These measures include encryption in transit, access controls and regular security reviews. We collect only the data that are necessary for the stated purposes and delete or anonymise data when they are no longer required.

Your data protection rights

Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 you have the right to access your personal data, to request rectification or erasure, to restrict or object to processing, and to request data portability. You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the details below. We will respond within one month, extendable by two further months for complex requests.

Withdrawing consent and objecting to direct marketing or profiling

Where processing is based on consent you may withdraw that consent at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by writing to [email protected]. You also have the right to object to processing for direct marketing purposes and to any profiling we may undertake for that purpose.

How to complain to the supervisory authority

If you believe we have not handled your personal data properly you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office, the UK supervisory authority. Contact details are available on the ICO website.

Children and age restrictions

The Course A platform is intended for professional users aged eighteen and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under eighteen. If we become aware that we have collected such data we will delete it promptly.

Automated decision-making and profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects. Any analytics we perform are for service improvement only and do not result in automated decisions about individuals.

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy notice from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology or our business practices. The current version will always be posted on this page with the last updated date shown at the top. We encourage you to review the notice periodically.

Contacting us

If you have questions about this privacy notice or wish to exercise your rights, please write to [email protected] or News UK, 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF, United Kingdom. We will acknowledge your request and provide a substantive response within the timeframes required by law.