Privacy Policy

Sudan Daily News (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and upholding your privacy rights in compliance with applicable laws and ethical media principles. This policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and safeguard your personal information through our digital platforms and services.

1. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect personal data only when necessary to provide our services, fulfill legal obligations, or enhance user experience. This includes but is not limited to:

– Communication purposes (e.g., newsletters, alerts)
– Audience analytics and content optimization
– User account creation or participation in forums, polls, or comment sections
– Ensuring platform security and detecting misuse

2. Types of Data Collected

We may collect the following types of data:

– Personal identifiers (name, email address, contact number)
– Technical and usage data (IP address, browser type, access times)
– User-generated content and interaction data (comments, uploads, feedback)

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Data is processed on one or more of the following legal bases:
– Your explicit consent
– Compliance with legal obligations
– Legitimate interest in delivering high-quality journalism and digital services
– Performance of a contract (if applicable)

4. Use and Retention of Data

Your data is used solely for the purposes specified in this policy and is retained only as long as necessary for those purposes or as required by law.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or commercially exploit your personal data. However, we may share data with:

– Trusted service providers under strict data protection agreements
– Regulatory authorities when legally required
– Analytics providers for performance monitoring (anonymized where possible)

6. International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside your jurisdiction, we ensure it is protected under equivalent data protection standards, through contractual or legal safeguards.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve functionality, analyze traffic, and tailor content. You may manage your cookie preferences via your browser or use the opt-out features we provide.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to ensure your data is not lost, misused, accessed without authorization, or disclosed unlawfully.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

– Access your personal data
– Request correction or deletion
– Object to certain data processing activities
– Withdraw consent at any time
– File a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority

10. Children’s Privacy

Sudan Daily News does not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. If such data is identified, it is promptly deleted.

11. External Links

Our platforms may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies independently.

12. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be amended to reflect legal, technological, or editorial changes. Updated versions will be published with a revised effective date.