Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 24, 2026

The short version:

We collect your email to send you the newsletter. We use basic analytics to see what people read. We never sell your data. You can unsubscribe anytime with one click.

1. What we collect

When you subscribe to Local Scoop, we collect:

We do not collect your name, phone number, location data, or any other personal information unless you voluntarily provide it (for example, by emailing us).

2. How we use it

Your email address is used exclusively to:

Aggregate analytics (open rates, popular stories) help us improve the newsletter. We never use your data for ad targeting or profiling.

3. What we never do

4. Newsletter delivery

We use Beehiiv to manage our newsletter. When you subscribe, your email is stored on Beehiiv's servers. Beehiiv's own privacy policy applies to their handling of your data. We chose Beehiiv because they do not sell subscriber data.

5. Cookies

The Local Scoop website uses minimal cookies for basic site functionality. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels on our website.

6. Sponsor messages

Our newsletters include sponsor messages from local businesses. Sponsors do not have access to your email address or any subscriber data. They receive only aggregate statistics (total subscribers, average open rate).

7. Unsubscribing

Every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link at the bottom. One click and you are off the list. We process unsubscribe requests immediately. If you have trouble unsubscribing, email hello@localscoop.news and we will remove you manually.

8. Data deletion

Want all your data removed? Email hello@localscoop.news with the subject "Delete my data" and we will permanently remove your information within 7 days.

9. Children

Local Scoop is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has subscribed, contact us and we will remove their data immediately.

10. Changes to this policy

If we make meaningful changes to this policy, we will notify subscribers via the newsletter before the changes take effect. Minor wording updates will be reflected by updating the date at the top of this page.

11. Contact

Questions about this privacy policy? Email us at hello@localscoop.news.