Published by SmartNews, Inc. on Nov 6, 2024

Table of Contents:

  1. Delete via Email
  2. Delete on iphone
  3. Delete on android


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Data SmartNews collects from your device

  1. approximate location (network-based)
  2. precise location (GPS and network-based)
  3. read phone status and identity
  4. read the contents of your USB storage
  5. modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
  6. read the contents of your USB storage
  7. modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
  8. view Wi-Fi connections
  9. read phone status and identity
  10. view network connections
  11. full network access
  12. control vibration
  13. prevent device from sleeping
  14. receive data from Internet


1. Delete SmartNews Account through Email

There are 2 methods to get your data (and account) deleted by SmartNews: News That Matters:

  1. Under GDPR: EU/UK Residents have the right to ask (via email), an organization that holds data about them to delete it. This is known as the ‘right to erasure’. Organizations have one month to respond to the request.

  2. Under CCPA: California residents have the right to request that a company delete the data/personal information it has on them. A failure to comply with this will result in a fine of upto $7,500.

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Now you understand what the Law says, Send your Request directly to SmartNews using the form below:




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Alternatively, you can follow these steps below to get SmartNews to delete your account/data:


  1. To delete your SmartNews account, contact SmartNews via email and provide the reasons for your request.
  2. Mention the law under which you make your request (GDPR or CCPA).
  3. Notify SmartNews of the penalty for non-compliance - A $7,500 fine under CCPA and 4% of annual turnover under GDPR.
  4. Send the email to support@redacted... Login to see email.



2. How to Delete SmartNews on Iphone

  1. On iphone, Goto "Settings "
  2. Click on "General" » "Iphone Storage".
  3. Select the app, and click "Delete SmartNews: News That Matters".


3. Delete SmartNews on Android phone

  1. Go to your Android phone Settings.
  2. Click on "Apps & Games".
  3. Select "SmartNews: News That Matters" and Click "Uninstall".



12 details about SmartNews app

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1. Read news from premium publishers: Bloomberg, The Atlantic, USA Today, TIME, The Huffington Post, Bleacher Report, Quartz, The Verge, LAT, VOX, AP, Reuters, Buzzfeed, Fast Company.

2. updates on global, local, entertainment, sports, politics, and health, helping you keep it light and feel good about being informed.

3. -Discover local updates, traffic, events, local weather, new restaurants, family activities, politics, school boards, and more.

4. “Browse headlines quickly, customize your channels, and read the news offline.

5. -We partner with thousands of trusted publishers for balanced news.

6. -See breaking news about football, basketball, golf, tennis, soccer, and more.

7. Stay connected to the world around you through vetted content covering everything from politics and health to sports and entertainment.

8. - Get prepared for the elections, polls, and debates with balanced stories across the political spectrum from Democrat to Republican.

9. -Discover the healthcare news that impacts you all in one free app.

10. -Find voter information, campaign finance stories, verified election reports, and expert election analysis you can trust.

11. At SmartNews, we simplify how you read news.

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Reported Deleting Issues

Note: Issues displayed have already been sent to the developer and are older than 7 days.

  • I wish to delete the Smart news app from my Android phone; I tried going through Google Pay but they could not find my account

    — by Michael Williamson 3 years ago