Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2026

"Syn Bielarusa" (syn.by, "we", "the editorial team") is a Belarusian news and media platform. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect and how we use it.

Data we collect

We collect personal data only when you create an account by logging in.

  • Via Google: your name, email address, and profile picture URL, as provided by Google after you consent to share them.
  • Via Telegram: your Telegram user ID, username (if set), and first/last name.

While you are logged in, we also record when you log in and out and the actions you take with your account (for example, posting a comment or changing your profile). This record stays on our server, is visible only to the editorial team, and is deleted together with your account.

We do not collect any data about visitors who are not logged in.

How we use your data

Your data is used exclusively to:

  • authenticate you and maintain your account on this site;
  • display your name alongside comments and news tips you submit (a tip or error report sent anonymously is stored with no link to your account);
  • allow you to manage your profile settings.

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or any purpose other than operating this site.

Data sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with any third party. Google and Telegram act as authentication providers only and process your data under their own privacy policies during the login flow.

Data retention and deletion

Your data is retained until you request deletion. To delete your account and all associated data, contact us at [email protected]. We will process your request within 30 days.

Cookies

We use a single session cookie to keep you logged in. This cookie is deleted when your session expires or you log out. Third-party providers (Google, Telegram) may set their own cookies during the authentication process, subject to their own privacy policies.

Security

Account data is stored on servers accessible only to the editorial team. Authentication tokens are signed with a secret key and expire automatically.

Contact

For privacy-related enquiries: [email protected].