Last updated: October 5, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Virginia Times handles information collected through virginiatimesnow.com and communications sent to our newsroom.
Information you provide
When you contact us by email, we receive your email address, the contents of your message and any information or attachments you choose to send. If you use an available contact form, comment section or subscription feature, we may also receive the information you submit through that feature.
Please avoid sending sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your inquiry.
Information collected automatically
Our website and its service providers may collect technical information, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring website and the date and time of your visit.
Cookies and similar technologies may be used to support website functions, remember preferences, measure readership and deliver advertising.
How information is used
Information may be used to respond to inquiries, review news tips and correction requests, operate and protect the website, understand readership and support advertising.
If you subscribe to updates through an available subscription feature, your contact information may be used to send the updates you requested.
Service providers and disclosure
Providers supporting website hosting, email, security, analytics and advertising may process information in connection with their services.
Information may also be disclosed when required by law or when reasonably necessary to address fraud, security concerns or threats to the rights and safety of others.
Google advertising and cookies
Virginia Times uses Google AdSense to display advertising. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve advertisements based on previous visits to this website or other websites.
Google’s advertising cookies allow Google and its partners to display personalized advertisements based on browsing activity.
You can manage or turn off personalized Google advertising through Google Ads Settings. You can also learn about participating advertising companies and available choices at AboutAds.info.
For information about Google’s data practices, visit How Google uses information from sites or apps that use its services.
Your choices
You can manage, block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may function differently if cookies are disabled. Turning off personalized advertising does not necessarily remove advertisements.
If you receive subscription emails, use the unsubscribe option provided or contact [email protected].
External links and embedded content
Our articles may include links, videos, social media posts or other content supplied by outside services. Those services may collect information or use cookies when their content loads or when you interact with it. Their own privacy policies govern those practices.
Retention and security
Retention periods vary according to the purpose of the information, operational needs and applicable legal requirements. No website, email service or method of online storage can guarantee complete security.
Privacy requests
To ask about personal information you have provided, or to request access, correction or deletion, email [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before responding. Requests are subject to applicable law and any legitimate reasons for retaining the information.
Children’s privacy
Virginia Times is a general-audience news website. If you believe a child has submitted personal information that should be removed, please contact us.
Policy changes
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our services or practices. The revised policy will appear on this page with an updated date.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, email [email protected].
