Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 1, 2025
Last Updated: August 4, 2025

City News Service ("CNS", "we", "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information and privacy in accordance with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China ("China"), including the Cybersecurity Law (CSL), Data Security Law (DSL), and Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, WeChat mini-programs, offline registration systems, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").

1. Scope

This policy applies to all users ("Users") accessing or using our Platform within Mainland China.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to provide and operate our Platform, including:

• Account and Contact Information: name, phone number, email, username, password, profile photo.
• Professional Information: job title, resume/CV, skills, qualifications, certifications, education history, professional summaries.
• Directory Listing Data: business name, contact details, service offerings, logos.
• Event Information: event organiser details, attendee registration information, payment confirmations (if applicable).
• Device and Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, language settings.
• Usage Data: pages viewed, clickstream data, access times, user interactions, referring URLs.
• Payment Information: where applicable for premium listings or services, payment confirmation details (note: processed via third-party providers; CNS does not directly store card details).

3. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, maintain, and improve the Platform and Services.
• To enable account creation, login, and profile management.
• To publish directory listings, job postings, resumes, and event information as applicable.
• To facilitate job and talent matching processes.
• To process payments for premium or sponsored services.
• To communicate with you regarding account, listings, events, or service updates.
• To enforce our Terms of Use and comply with applicable legal obligations.
• To maintain Platform security, monitor usage, and detect fraud or misuse.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Under PIPL

We process personal information under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: with your prior informed consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
• Contract Performance: where processing is necessary to fulfil contractual obligations with you.
• Legal Obligations: to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental or judicial requests.
• Public Interest or Legal Authority: as permitted under Articles 13 and 14 of the PIPL.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share your personal information with:

• Service Providers: such as hosting, IT support, payment processors, analytics providers, who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Employers or Recruiters: if you apply for jobs or upload resumes to the Platform.
• Event Organisers: if you register or RSVP for events.
• Government Authorities or Regulators: where required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

6. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal information outside Mainland China:

• We will notify you separately and obtain your explicit consent.
• Ensure the recipient implements equivalent personal information protection measures.
• Enter into standard contracts with the overseas recipient as required by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC).
• Conduct security assessments or filings if mandated under Chinese law.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes outlined in this Policy or to comply with legal obligations. Data will be deleted or anonymised once no longer required.

8. Your Rights Under PIPL

You have the following rights:

• Right to know about our data collection and processing practices.
• Right to access your personal information.
• Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to delete personal information under specified circumstances.
• Right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.
• Right to data portability, where applicable under Chinese law.
• Right to request explanations of automated decision-making where it significantly affects your rights and interests.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at dataprivacy@citynewsservice.cn.

9. Data Security Measures

We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data during storage and transmission.
• Access controls and user authentication procedures.
• Regular security audits, risk assessments, and employee training.
• Incident response plans to address data breaches.

In case of a data breach affecting your rights, we will notify you and report to relevant authorities as required by law.

10. Protection of Minors

Our Platform is not intended for minors under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect their personal information. If you believe a minor's data has been collected, please contact us promptly for deletion.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Significant changes will be communicated to you directly where required, and your continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance.

12. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact: