Effective Date: August 14, 2025
At World News Kenya (worldnews.co.ke), your privacy is a top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you interact with our Kenya online news platform. We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with international standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect identifiable information such as:
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Full Name
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Email Address
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Contact Information
This data is typically collected when you:
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Subscribe to newsletters or alerts
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Contact us via our website or email
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Register for a user account
Usage Data
We automatically gather usage-related information, including:
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IP Address
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Browser Type and Version
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Device Type
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Pages Viewed
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Time Spent on Our Website
Cookies and Tracking Tools
Our site uses cookies and tracking technologies to:
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Improve user experience
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Analyze site traffic
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Personalize content and advertisements
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings at any time. For further details, review our dedicated Cookie Policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Operate and maintain our Kenya world news services
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Enhance website speed, layout, and usability
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Respond to user inquiries and offer support
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Send newsletters, alerts, or promotional emails (with your consent)
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Deliver personalized advertising via third-party platforms
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Fulfill legal and regulatory requirements
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
World News Kenya uses cookies to:
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Store your browsing preferences
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Analyze site traffic trends
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Display relevant ads via third-party ad networks
You can modify cookie settings directly in your browser. Continued use of our site implies consent to cookie usage.
4. Third-Party Services
We partner with reputable third-party providers for analytics, marketing, and performance enhancement. These may include:
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Google Analytics – to understand user behavior
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Google AdSense and similar ad platforms – to display tailored advertising
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Email service providers – to send newsletters and updates
Each third party operates under its own privacy policy. We encourage users to review their terms independently.
5. Advertising and Remarketing
Our site may show targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior. These ads are powered by trusted networks that use cookies or tracking pixels to optimize relevance.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by:
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Adjusting your browser settings
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Visiting the ad network’s opt-out page (e.g., Google Ads Settings)
6. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to secure your information. However, no system is entirely immune to cyber threats. World News Kenya cannot guarantee absolute protection, especially for data transmitted via the internet.
7. Your Data Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccurate or outdated information
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Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)
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Object to data processing for marketing purposes
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Request portability of your personal information
To exercise your rights or make a data-related request, please contact us at:
World News Kenya is committed to ensuring digital privacy rights in Kenya and beyond. We encourage all users to stay informed about their privacy options and adjust settings according to their preferences.
