Privacy Policy – eMalahleni News

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

At eMalahleni News, your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you access our website, engage with our content, or use our services. By using our platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

• Name and surname

• Email address

• Phone number

• Postal address

• Any information voluntarily provided when you subscribe to newsletters, contact us, or submit forms

b) Non-Personal Information

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• IP address

• Cookies and usage data

• Geographic location (general, not precise)

c) User-Generated Content

• Comments on articles

• Submitted news tips or story contributions

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for:

• Delivering our news services and updates

• Sending newsletters, promotional content, or alerts (with your consent)

• Responding to inquiries and customer service requests

• Improving website performance and user experience

• Ensuring compliance with legal obligations

• Marketing and advertising purposes (if opted in)

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance browsing experience

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze site traffic and performance

• Serve relevant advertising

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit functionality of certain site features.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share data in the following cases:

• With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)

• For legal compliance, when required by law enforcement or government authorities

• During mergers, acquisitions, or business transfers

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. Users share information at their own risk.

6. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)

• Opt-out of marketing and newsletter communications at any time

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, advertisers, or social media platforms. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted immediately.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 Email: info@emalahleninews.co.za
📍 Address: eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, South Africa