At CongoTimes.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information when you visit CongoTimes.com:
a. Information You Provide Directly:
- Name, email address, and contact details (e.g. through newsletter subscriptions, contact forms, comment sections).
- User-generated content (e.g. comments, opinions, or article submissions).
- Any other information you choose to share with us.
b. Information We Collect Automatically:
- IP address and browser type.
- Device and operating system.
- Pages visited and time spent on the site.
- Referral URLs and geographic location (approximate).
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide access to our news content and services.
- To respond to your inquiries and comments.
- To improve our website functionality and user experience.
- To send newsletters, alerts, or editorial updates (if you have subscribed).
- To ensure compliance with our Terms of Use and prevent abuse or fraud.
- To comply with legal obligations and requests from authorities.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers (e.g. email marketing platforms, website analytics tools) who help us operate the website.
- When required by law, court order, or legal process.
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of CongoTimes.com, its users, or the public.
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. While no system is 100% secure, we continuously update our protocols to reduce risks.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:
- Access to your personal data.
- Correction of inaccurate information.
- Deletion of your personal data.
- Withdrawal of consent (e.g. for marketing communications).
- Objection to or restriction of data processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: [insert email address]
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze traffic and user behavior.
- Personalize content and improve site performance.
- Facilitate login and form autofill (where applicable).
You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may limit some functionalities of the website.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
8. Children’s Privacy
CongoTimes.com is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or store personal data from minors. If we become aware of such data collection, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review the policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us.
Last Updated: 17/06/2025