Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for NewsCloud

Effective Date: 29th October, 2024.
Website: www.newscloud.com.ng

Who We Are

This privacy policy applies to NewsCloud (www.newscloud.com.ng), a news and membership website. NewsCloud is operated by NewsCloud, providing engaging news content and membership-based services to users.

For any privacy-related inquiries, you can reach us at:
📧 Email: newscloud360@gmail.com
📍 Website Address: www.newscloud.com.ng

What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It

We collect personal data to enhance the user experience and ensure smooth operations of our services. The following types of data may be collected:

User Information: Name, email address, and preferences for account registration or membership.
Transactional Data: Payment information (if applicable) to process purchases of membership or services.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and cookies to ensure proper site functionality.
Analytics Data: User interactions with our content to understand engagement and improve our offerings.

We collect this data to:

Manage memberships and provide user-specific services.
Improve the user experience by analyzing site usage.
Communicate with users regarding updates or important notices.

Comments

When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser information to detect spam.

Media

If users upload images or files, they should avoid uploading media with embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as such information may be accessible to other visitors.

Contact Forms

We collect personal data through contact forms to assist with inquiries and customer service. This data is retained for 6 months and is not used for marketing purposes.

Cookies

We use cookies to:

Save user login sessions and preferences.
Monitor traffic using analytics tools.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features may not function properly without them.

Analytics

We use analytics tools to monitor user activity on our site. This data helps us improve the website experience. Users can opt-out of analytics tracking by following the instructions in their browser or visiting our analytics provider’s opt-out page.

Who We Share Your Data With

We may share data with:

Cloud storage providers to store data securely.
Payment processors to handle transactions.
Analytics providers to track and improve performance.

We ensure that third-party providers comply with relevant privacy laws and policies.

How Long We Retain Your Data

Contact form entries: 6 months.
Membership data: Retained as long as the account remains active.
Analytics records: 12 months.

You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email].

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

You have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request the correction or deletion of your personal data.
Object to or restrict certain data processing activities.
Withdraw consent for data collection at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at newscloud360@gmail.com.

Where Your Data Is Sent

Data may be transferred outside Nigeria for storage or processing. We ensure that such transfers comply with relevant data protection regulations by working only with trusted third-party providers.

How We Protect Your Data

We employ:

Encryption: To secure sensitive data.
Access Control: Restricting access to authorized personnel only.
Staff Training: Ensuring employees understand data protection requirements.

What Data Breach Procedures We Have in Place

We have implemented internal reporting systems and designated response teams to handle potential or real data breaches. If necessary, we will notify users and regulatory authorities promptly.

What Third Parties We Receive Data From

We may receive data from:

Advertisers to deliver relevant promotions.
Social media platforms for authentication or content sharing purposes.

What Automated Decision-Making and/or Profiling We Do with User Data

We may use automated tools to analyze user behavior for content personalization or marketing purposes. You have the right to request human intervention if any decision significantly affects you.

Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements

NewsCloud complies with relevant Nigerian data protection laws and will update this policy to reflect changes in industry standards or legal requirements.

Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:
📧 Email: newscloud360@gmail.com
📍 Website Address: www.newscloud.com.ng