Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 15/07/2025

At News Rush (www.newsrush.co.za), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our content.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, and any other details you voluntarily provide (e.g., when signing up for newsletters or submitting contact forms).

  • Usage Data: Non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site, and referring links (collected via analytics tools).

  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our services

  • Respond to inquiries or feedback

  • Send newsletters or updates (if you opt-in)

  • Monitor and analyze website usage for performance and content improvements

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. However, we may share data with:

  • Trusted third-party services (e.g., analytics providers or email services) who help us operate our website, under strict confidentiality agreements.

  • Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Data Protection & Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights (POPIA & GDPR-Aligned)

You have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 info@newsrush.co.za

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the updated effective date.