Introduction
Welcome to The Financial Gazette Website. Protecting your privacy is a priority for us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Zimbabwe Cybersecurity Policy, and other applicable international data protection laws. You agree to the practices described in this policy when using the Website.
What Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
- Financial Information: Payment details for subscriptions or purchases.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, browsing behavior, and session data.
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Details in our Cookie Policy.
How We Use Your Data
Your data is processed for the following purposes:
- To provide access to the Website and its services.
- To manage subscriptions, process payments, and deliver content.
- To comply with legal obligations, including fraud prevention and reporting.
- To analyze Website usage and enhance user experience.
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
- To send newsletters, promotional content, and notifications, subject to your preferences.
Legal Bases for Data Processing
We process your data on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you opt-in to receive communications or agree to cookies.
- Contractual Obligation: To deliver services as agreed.
- Legal Obligation: Compliance with tax, anti-fraud, and reporting laws.
- Legitimate Interest: Improving our services and safeguarding our platform.
Third-Party Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: For hosting, payment processing, analytics, and email services.
- Regulatory Authorities: Where required to comply with legal obligations.
- Partners and Affiliates: For joint services or promotional purposes, subject to your consent.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Data no longer required will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
You have the following rights under GDPR and Zimbabwean law:
- Access and Portability: Request a copy of your data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccuracies in your data.
- Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data.
- Restriction: Limit how your data is processed.
- Objection: Opt-out of certain processing, including direct marketing.
- Complaint: File a grievance with a supervisory authority.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [Data Protection Email Address].
Security Measures
We implement robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data, including encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls. Despite these efforts, no system is entirely foolproof; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside Zimbabwe or the European Economic Area (EEA), it will be protected by appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or your explicit consent.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe your child has provided us with data, contact us immediately.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or our practices. Revisions will be posted on this page with the updated date.
Contact Information
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or data processing, contact:
Data Protection Officer
The Financial Gazette
[Address]
Email: [Insert Email Address]