Privacy Policy for The Slides News
Last Updated: September 2, 2024
Welcome to The Slides News (https://theslidesnews.ng). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your experience on our website is safe and enjoyable. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal and non-personal information we collect, how we use and share it, and the measures we take to protect it. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter.
- Leave a comment on our articles.
- Contact us through our contact form or via email.
- Participate in surveys, promotions, or other activities we offer.
Types of Personal Information Collected:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number.
- User Content: Comments, messages, or feedback you provide on our website.
- Other Information: Any other information you voluntarily provide to us.
b. Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit our website. This information does not identify you personally and is collected to improve our services and enhance your experience.
Types of Non-Personal Information Collected:
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
- Device Information: Information about the device you use to access our website, including hardware model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as pages viewed, links clicked, and other actions taken.
c. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our website and advertisements. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
Types of Cookies Used:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website to help us understand and improve performance.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you and measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate and maintain our website, including providing customer support and improving our services.
- To Communicate with You: We use your contact information to respond to your inquiries, provide updates, send newsletters, and communicate about promotions or events.
- To Personalize Your Experience: We use information to personalize content and advertising based on your interests and browsing behavior.
- To Analyze and Improve Our Website: We use non-personal information to analyze website usage, improve our website’s performance, and develop new features.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, customer service, and email delivery.
- Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that business transaction.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid request by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose your information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, enforce our policies, or respond to a legal request.
4. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and advertisements that are not operated or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
5. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Choices and Rights
- Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those emails. Please note that you may still receive administrative emails, such as account or service notifications.
- Manage Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. You may choose to block or delete cookies, but this may affect your experience on our website.
- Access and Update Your Information: You have the right to access and update your personal information. To request access or updates to your information, please contact us using the contact details provided below.
- Data Protection Rights: Depending on your location, you may have certain rights under applicable data protection laws, such as the right to request access to, correct, or delete your personal information, or restrict or object to certain processing activities. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@theslidesnews.ng
Address: School-to-land Authority Complex, ADP Rd, Rumuodomaya, Port Harcourt
This Privacy Policy is intended to help you understand our privacy practices and your rights regarding your personal information. By using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.