Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and explains how OurNews.Social collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following personal information when you subscribe to our services:

  • Contact Information: Email address, first name, last name, phone number
  • Communication Preferences: WhatsApp and Telegram opt-in status
  • Usage Data: Story views, reading preferences, interaction data
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Delivering news alerts via WhatsApp and Telegram (with your explicit consent)
  • Personalizing content recommendations
  • Improving our services and user experience
  • Complying with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Consent: For marketing communications and alerts
  • Legitimate Interest: For service improvement and analytics
  • Legal Obligation: For compliance with applicable laws

4. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct or update your information
  • Delete your personal information
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Data portability
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: WhatsApp (Meta), Telegram, Google Cloud Services
  • Analytics Providers: For usage statistics (anonymized)
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Staff training on data protection

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

8. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside South Africa. We ensure adequate protection through:

  • Adequacy decisions
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Certification schemes

9. Contact Information

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:

  • Email: privacy@ournews.social
  • Information Officer: privacy@ournews.social

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via email or through our website.

Last updated: December 20, 2025

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