At Nigeria Stories, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, nigeriastories.com, or interact with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a story tip, we may collect your name, email address, or other details you voluntarily provide.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site, using cookies and similar technologies.
- Story Submissions: If you submit a story or tip via email to contact@nigeriastories.com, we may retain the information provided to evaluate and potentially publish your submission.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information helps us provide and improve our services. We may use it to:
- Send you newsletters or updates if you’ve subscribed.
- Respond to your inquiries or story submissions.
- Analyze website usage to enhance user experience.
- Display relevant advertisements through third-party partners.
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. These may include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site.
- Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party advertisers to show relevant ads.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate the website, such as analytics or advertising partners.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no system is completely secure. We encourage you to avoid sharing sensitive details unless necessary and to use secure channels for story submissions.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access or correct your personal information.
- Unsubscribe from newsletters by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@nigeriastories.com.
7. Third-Party Links and Advertisements
Our website may contain links to third-party sites or display advertisements. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at contact@nigeriastories.com.