Privacy Policy - AfrikGist

Privacy Policy for Afrik Gist

At Afrik Gist, we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the data of users who access and register on our website. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information when you register, browse, or interact with our website. The types of information we collect include:

Personal Information: When registering for an account, you may be asked to provide your name, email address, and other details.
Non-Personal Information: This includes data such as your browser type, device information, and IP address.
Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and serve personalized ads. You can adjust your cookie settings through your browser.

2. Use of Information

The information we collect is used to:

Provide you with access to special informative content on the website.
Improve our website and services based on user feedback and analytics.
Send periodic updates and notifications related to your account.
Display personalized ads and content based on your interests.

We may also use the data to comply with legal obligations and enforce our website’s terms and conditions.

3. Third-Party Services and Advertising

Afrik Gist may display ads from third-party services, including Google AdSense. These services may collect data to provide targeted ads. Please note that:

Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to our site or other websites.
Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to our site and/or other sites on the internet.
Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before engaging with their services.

6. User Registration and Account Management

When you create an account on Afrik Gist, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. You are also responsible for any activity under your account. If you suspect any unauthorized access, please contact us immediately.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide you with services and to comply with legal obligations. You may request the deletion of your account and data by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

Access and update your personal information.
Request the deletion of your account.
Opt-out of receiving promotional communications.
Disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Afrik Gist reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify users of significant updates through email or prominent notices on the website.