This Privacy Policy outlines the practices of Tinley Park Deputy concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of your information. It applies to data collected when you interact with our website, subscribe to services, or otherwise communicate with us.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This policy ensures clarity regarding our data practices.
This document was last updated in March 2026.
Tinley Park Deputy is an independent local news publication based in Tinley Park, Illinois. Our focus is on providing factual reporting to the Tinley Park community.
We operate as a professional news organization, maintaining an editorial team composed of journalists and reporters. Our content is produced through journalistic practices.
APG, an independent digital media company, owns and operates Tinley Park Deputy. You can find more information about APG at APG.
Our editorial team collects and reports news and information directly. We do not aggregate content from other sources or rely on user-generated submissions for our published articles.
Reader interaction is primarily through feedback, tips, or letters to the editor. We do not accept unsolicited content submissions from the general public for publication.
We collect various types of information to operate our website and provide our services. The specific data gathered depends on your interactions with Tinley Park Deputy.
When you visit tindep.com, our servers automatically record certain information. This includes your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and referral source.
We also log the pages you view, the time and date of your visit, and the duration of your session. This information helps us understand website traffic patterns and improve site functionality.
This data is typically aggregated and anonymized for analytical purposes. Individual user identification is not the primary objective of this collection.
If you subscribe to our digital services, such as a newsletter, we collect personal information you provide. This typically includes your email address.
Additional information, such as your name, may be requested voluntarily. This allows us to personalize communications where applicable.
This data is used to deliver the requested services and manage your subscription preferences.
When you contact us with feedback, tips, or inquiries, we collect the information you provide. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message.
This information is used to respond to your communication. It may also be retained for our editorial records, especially in the case of news tips.
Our journalists may use tips to inform their reporting, consistent with journalistic standards.
Our website may display advertisements. These ads may be delivered by third-party advertising partners.
These partners may collect data directly through cookies or other tracking technologies. This data typically includes non-personally identifiable information such as IP address and browsing activity.
This information helps advertisers deliver more relevant ads. We do not provide our advertising partners with your directly identifiable personal information.
We primarily use collected information to operate and improve Tinley Park Deputy. This includes delivering news content and managing our services.
Information helps us understand audience demographics and preferences. This allows our editorial team to tailor content more effectively for Tinley Park residents.
We use contact details to respond to inquiries and provide customer support. This ensures efficient communication with our readers.
Analytical data supports website maintenance and development. It enables us to identify technical issues and enhance user experience.
Email addresses for newsletter subscribers are used solely for sending newsletters. We do not use these for unrelated promotional activities without explicit consent.
Tinley Park Deputy does not sell your personal information to third parties. Our policy prohibits the sale of user data.
We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services. These providers include hosting services, analytics platforms, and email delivery systems.
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed. They are not permitted to sell or share your data independently.
In certain legal circumstances, we may be required to disclose information. This includes complying with court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes.
We may also disclose information to government authorities or law enforcement agencies when necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
Any such disclosures are made in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Tinley Park Deputy uses cookies on its website. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites that you visit.
They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners. Cookies help us improve your browsing experience.
We use both session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Our cookies perform various functions, such as remembering your preferences and analyzing website traffic. They help us understand which sections of our site are most popular.
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.
However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality and features of our website. Some services may not operate correctly without them.
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. This includes satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
The criteria used to determine retention periods include the nature of the data, the purposes of processing, and relevant legal obligations.
For subscription data, we retain it until you unsubscribe or request deletion. We may keep residual data in backups for a limited period afterward.
Analytical data about website visits is typically retained in an anonymized or aggregated form. This data helps us observe long-term trends without identifying individuals.
Information related to news tips may be retained for editorial purposes, consistent with journalistic standards, even after the initial reporting is complete.
When personal information is no longer required, we securely dispose of it or anonymize it. This prevents further identification.
You have specific rights regarding your personal data. These rights enable you to manage how your information is handled by Tinley Park Deputy.
You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you. You can ask for a copy of your information.
We will provide this information in a clear and understandable format, subject to verification of your identity.
You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you. We will update your information promptly upon verification.
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances. This includes when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
We will assess each deletion request in accordance with applicable legal obligations and our data retention policies.
You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. This allows you to transmit your data to another service provider.
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations. This includes processing for direct marketing purposes.
Tinley Park Deputy operates under the laws of the United States and the State of Illinois. This Privacy Policy is governed by these legal frameworks.
We comply with applicable federal and state privacy regulations, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The CCPA grants specific rights to California residents regarding their personal information.
As stated, Tinley Park Deputy does not sell personal information. Therefore, the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information, as defined by CCPA, is not applicable to our practices.
For privacy concerns or to exercise your rights, you can contact the relevant regulatory body. In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) oversees matters related to consumer privacy.
State Attorneys General also have jurisdiction over privacy matters within their respective states. For Illinois residents, the Illinois Attorney General's office can address privacy complaints.
Tinley Park Deputy may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page.
We recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay informed about our data practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of the policy will indicate when revisions were made.
Material changes that significantly affect your privacy rights will be communicated through more prominent notices, such as an announcement on our website.
Continued use of our website and services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.
You can reach our privacy team via email at privacy@tindep.com.
For general inquiries or editorial feedback, please use the email address editor@tindep.com.
We aim to respond to all legitimate requests and inquiries promptly. Your privacy is important to us.