Effective Date: 10/08/2024
This Privacy Policy outlines how Newsmiledaily.com, owned and operated by Finer Digital (Pty) Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit and interact with our website (the “Site”). By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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1. Who We Are
Newsmiledaily.com is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the safety of your personal information. Finer Digital (Pty) Ltd, a company registered in South Africa / Gauteng, owns and operates this website. This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and customers accessing Newsmiledaily.com from any country.
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2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with a better experience on our Site and to improve our services. The types of personal information we collect include:
– Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide when subscribing to our newsletters, filling out forms, or contacting us.
– Usage Data: We collect data on how you interact with the Site, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing history. This information helps us analyze trends and improve our website.
– Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and serve targeted ads. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
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3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
– Lead Collection: To collect and manage your information when you sign up for our services or newsletters.
– Advertising and Marketing: To display targeted advertisements, either directly or through third-party services such as Google Ads, based on your interactions with our Site.
– Personalized Content: To provide personalized content, services, and product recommendations.
– Improving User Experience: To understand how users interact with our Site and improve the overall experience.
– Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable legal obligations, regulations, and enforce our terms of service.
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4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your personal information may only be shared in the following limited circumstances:
– Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with website operations, data analytics, advertising, or customer service. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use your information for the purposes for which it was shared.
– Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or enforce our Terms and Conditions.
– Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a new owner, subject to the same Privacy Policy terms.
– Advertising Partners: We may use third-party advertising services, like Google Ads, that may collect and use your browsing data to serve personalized ads. These partners adhere to their privacy policies and applicable laws.
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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies help us remember your preferences, track Site activity, and deliver personalized content and ads.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
For more details on how we use cookies, please refer to our [Cookie Policy](#).
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6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following privacy rights:
– Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
– Right to Deletion (Right to Be Forgotten): You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
– Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
– Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal data, including for marketing purposes.
– Right to Restriction of Processing: You may request that we limit the processing of your personal data in certain situations.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
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7. International Data Transfers
As a global website, your personal information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside of your country of residence, including countries that may have different data protection laws than your country. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as binding corporate rules, standard contractual clauses, or other legal mechanisms to protect your information.
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8. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
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9. Security Measures
We take the security of your personal information seriously and use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect it. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
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10. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
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11. Compliance with Global Privacy Laws
We are committed to complying with all applicable data protection laws, including:
– General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the GDPR. These include the right to withdraw consent, lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, and request data transfer.
– California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the CCPA. We do not sell your personal information, but you may request details of the information we collect and how we use it.
– Other International Laws: We adhere to privacy laws and data protection regulations in other regions where we operate, including Canada’s PIPEDA, Brazil’s LGPD, and other international privacy standards.
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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technology. When we make changes, we will notify you by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
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13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our practices, or your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: customers@finerdigital.co.za
Address: 5253 Mofutsanyane Street, Orlando East, Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa 1804
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By using Newsmiledaily.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.