Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Eco News Africa (operated by eco-tunnels.co.za) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. We are committed to transparency and respecting your privacy. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our site, regardless of location.
Information We Collect
When you visit Eco News Africa, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. We do not require you to register, create an account, or provide personal details. The information collected includes:
- IP address and approximate location derived from it
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search engine
- Standard server log data
We do not store this information in a database or link it to any personally identifiable information.
How We Use Information
The data collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To analyze website traffic and user behavior
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To understand which content is most relevant to our audience
- To ensure the website functions correctly and securely
We do not use your information for marketing, profiling, or selling to third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to understand how visitors interact with our site
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to help us understand website usage and deliver relevant content. These services may collect data independently under their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Provides insights into traffic patterns and user behavior. Google’s privacy policy is available here.
- Advertising networks: We may use ad networks that serve non-personalized ads based on general site content, not individual tracking.
We do not share your personal data with these services, and they are prohibited from linking data to personally identifiable information without your consent.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the data we collect, including secure server hosting and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to use industry-standard safeguards.
Your Rights
Under South African law, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the following rights:
- The right to know what data is being collected
- The right to request deletion of your data (if stored)
- The right to object to processing
- The right to access your information
Since we do not store personal data in identifiable form, most requests relate to cookies or analytics data. You may manage cookies via your browser or use opt-out tools provided by third parties.
Children's Privacy
Eco News Africa does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided data, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Oliver Jamison
123 Adderley Street, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Email: [email protected]
