Last Updated: September 4, 2026
VOS Voice of Syria (“VOS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is an independent news and media platform operated under the institutional and administrative framework of the Center for Environmental and Social Development . INC (CESD), a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) charitable organization, EIN 47-4833759, a nonprofit organization based in New York, United States.
CESD is responsible for the institutional administration of the VOS Voice of Syria mobile application and digital platform, while VOS maintains editorial independence in accordance with its journalistic standards and Code of Ethics.
VOS respects the privacy of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you use the VOS Voice of Syria mobile application (“the App”) and access VOS digital content.
VOS provides users with access to news, original reporting, analysis, interviews, reports, videos, and other journalistic and multimedia content.
1. Information We Collect
The VOS Voice of Syria mobile application does not require users to create an account or provide personal information in order to access its news content.
The App itself does not intentionally collect sensitive personal information such as names, addresses, phone numbers, passwords, financial information, or precise location information.
When users access web-based content through the App, standard technical information may be processed by our website hosting infrastructure or third-party web services. This may include information such as IP address, browser or device information, and basic technical logs necessary to deliver and secure the service.
2. How Information Is Used
Any technical information processed in connection with the App or VOS website may be used to:
- Provide and display news and media content;
- Maintain the functionality and security of the service;
- Diagnose technical problems;
- Improve the performance and reliability of the App and website; and
- Protect the service against abuse or unauthorized activity.
We do not sell users’ personal information.
3. Web Content and External Services
The VOS Voice of Syria App may display web-based content and may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, video services, or other third-party services.
Third-party services operate under their own privacy policies and terms. VOS Voice of Syria is not responsible for the privacy practices of independent third-party websites or services.
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they choose to access.
4. News and Journalistic Content
VOS Voice of Syria publishes and provides access to news, analysis, reports, interviews, videos, and other journalistic material.
Articles and reports should identify their author, publisher, or source where applicable. Content obtained from third-party sources is attributed to the relevant source when appropriate.
VOS regularly updates its news and media content.
5. Data Sharing
VOS Voice of Syria does not sell or rent users’ personal information.
Technical information may be processed by service providers when necessary for website hosting, security, content delivery, or other technical functions required to operate the service.
Information may also be disclosed when required by applicable law or a valid legal process.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the services we operate and the information processed through them.
However, no Internet-based service or electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
7. Children’s Privacy
The VOS Voice of Syria App is a general-audience news and media service and is not specifically directed toward children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through the App.
8. Data Retention and Deletion
The App does not require a user account and does not maintain user profiles through the mobile application.
Where technical server or security logs are generated in connection with accessing our web services, they may be retained for a limited period as reasonably necessary for security, maintenance, troubleshooting, or legal obligations.
Users who believe that VOS possesses personal information relating to them may contact us using the information below to request information, correction, or deletion where applicable.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy when necessary to reflect changes to the App, our services, legal requirements, or privacy practices.
Any updated version will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the VOS Voice of Syria App, please contact:
VOS Voice of Syria®
Independent News and Media Platform
Operated by the Center for Environmental and Social Development (CESD)
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Editorial Contact: info@vostv.net
Website: www.vostv.net
