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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 19, 2026

At Naija News (www.naijanews.com), operated by Polance Media LTD, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, retain, and safeguard your data when you use our website. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

For questions or data requests, contact us at privacy@naijanews.com.

  1. What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data to provide and improve our services:

  • Personal Information: Information you voluntarily provide, such as your email address, name, or account credentials when subscribing to newsletters, commenting, or creating an account.
  • Usage Data: Automatically collected technical information, including your IP address, browser type, device specifications, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and pixels used to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver interest-based advertisements.
  1. How We Use Your Data

We process your data to:

  • Deliver, operate, and maintain our website and news services.
  • Send newsletters, administrative notifications, and promotional updates (you may unsubscribe at any time).
  • Perform site analytics and optimize website performance.
  • Serve personalized and non-personalized advertisements through authorized third-party ad networks.
  • Respond to customer support inquiries and legal obligations.
  1. Data Retention (How Long We Keep Your Data)

We store personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods include:

  • Account & Newsletter Data: Retained for as long as your account remains active or you remain subscribed to our mailing list. If you request account deletion or unsubscribe, your personal information is permanently deleted or anonymized within 30 days.
  • Usage Data & Web Analytics: Automatically collected usage logs, IP logs, and web analytics data (e.g., via Google Analytics) are retained for a period of 14 to 26 months from the date of collection, after which they are automatically deleted or aggregated.
  • Cookies and Local Storage Data:
    • Session Cookies: Expire and are deleted automatically when you close your web browser.
    • Persistent Cookies & Ad Identifiers: Stored on your device for up to 12 to 24 months from creation or last update, unless manually cleared via browser settings.
  • Inquiries & Support Records: Email communications and support tickets are retained for up to 24 months following resolution to maintain audit trails and ensure service quality.
  • Legal & Compliance Records: Data required for tax, accounting, audit, or legal compliance is retained for the legally required period (typically up to 6 to 7 years).

When data reaches the end of its retention period, it is securely erased or rendered non-identifiable through aggregation and anonymization.

  1. Sharing Your Data

We may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted vendors including Google Analytics, OneSignal (for push notifications), and monetization/ad platforms (e.g., Google AdSense, Value Impression, Ad Plus, MGID) to deliver website features, analytics, and advertising.
  • Legal & Regulatory Authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect the safety, rights, and property of Polance Media LTD, our users, or the public.
  • Business Transfer: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition.

We do not sell personal information in exchange for monetary consideration under the CCPA/CPRA. However, sharing data with ad partners for personalized advertising may be classified as a “sale” or “sharing” under certain laws, which you can opt out of at any time.

  1. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (such as under the GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, or NDPA), you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request updates to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion / Right to be Forgotten: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal retention exceptions).
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of direct marketing, cookie tracking, or interest-based ad targeting.
  • Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at privacy@naijanews.com.

  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures (including SSL encryption and secure server access) to safeguard your data. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.

  1. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in Nigeria or other countries where our server facilities and third-party service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are maintained in compliance with applicable standards (e.g., GDPR, NDPA, GAID).

  1. Third-Party Links & Social Media Pages

Our website contains links to third-party platforms (e.g., our official Facebook Fan Page at [https://www.facebook.com/officialnaijanews](https://www.facebook.com/officialnaijanews)). These third parties operate under their own privacy policies. For our Facebook Page, Polance Media LTD and Facebook act as joint data controllers for Page Insights.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Naija News is not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately for prompt deletion.

  1. “Do Not Track” Signals & Opt-Outs

Our site supports cookie control options. You can adjust your preferences at any time via your browser settings or our website’s Cookie Consent Tool.

  1. California-Specific Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

California residents have specific rights regarding personal information request disclosures, opt-outs from data sharing for targeted ads (“Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information”), and non-discrimination. Requests can be submitted directly to privacy@naijanews.com.

  1. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect regulatory changes or updates to our data practices. Revisions will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions, feedback, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data: