NC Coastline respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we receive through this website, how we use it and how to contact us about your information.
Information we collect
When you contact us, suggest a story, submit an op-ed or inquire about advertising, we receive the information you choose to provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, message, links and supporting material. Please do not include sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your request.
When you request a newsletter, we process your email address and subscription preferences. If you register for a membership, we may process account details, membership status, renewal and payment-related records necessary to provide access and support your account. Payment card details are handled by the payment service during checkout rather than submitted through our ordinary contact or editorial forms.
Our hosting and website systems may automatically record limited technical information, including browser and device details, IP address, requested pages and security events. Cookies or similar technologies may be used for sign-in, security, member access, site preferences and remembering your session. Optional analytics or advertising technologies, if enabled, may involve additional cookies and disclosures.
How we use information
We use submitted information to respond to inquiries, review editorial submissions and corrections, prevent abuse, operate the website, administer subscriptions, provide requested communications and maintain site security. Sending a news tip or advertising inquiry does not automatically sign you up for marketing emails.
Newsletter and membership choices
You may unsubscribe from newsletter messages using the unsubscribe link in the message. An email opt-out does not automatically cancel a paid website membership. Membership access and renewal instructions are provided through the applicable account and checkout pages when paid subscriptions are available. We do not knowingly override an existing email unsubscribe preference solely because someone purchases a membership.
Information sharing
We may use service providers for website hosting, form processing, email delivery, security and membership or payment administration. They receive information needed to perform their services. We may disclose information when required by law or to protect the security and integrity of the website. We do not sell personal information to advertisers.
Retention and security
We retain information for the purposes described above, including responding to requests, keeping necessary business and transaction records, enforcing security measures and meeting applicable obligations. Retention varies by the type of record and its purpose. We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards, although no internet service can guarantee absolute security.
Your questions and requests
To request access to, correction of or deletion of personal information you have submitted, or to ask a privacy question, email info@nccoastline.com or use our contact page. We may need to verify your request before acting, and some records must be retained when legally required. Applicable privacy rights depend on where you live and the nature of the information.
Last updated: October 14, 2026.