Welcome to The Goal News. This privacy policy explains what personal data is collected when you use the website and how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, www.thegoalnews.com.

By using our website, you confirm that;

• You have read, understand, and agree to this Privacy Policy, and
• You are over 16 years of age (or have obtained consent from a parent or guardian).

If you do not agree or cannot make this confirmation, you must not use the Service. In such cases, you should (a) contact us to request deletion of your data and (b) exit the Website and refrain from accessing or using it.

Data Protection Principles

We follow these principles to protect your personal data:

1. Purpose: We only process your data for specific, legitimate purposes you have agreed to.
2. Accuracy: We ensure your data is accurate, adequate, and respects your dignity.
3. Retention: We keep your data only for as long as necessary.
4. Security: We protect your data from foreseeable risks like theft, cyberattacks, viruses, and natural damage.

Types of Information We Collect

We collect following types of information:

• Automatic Data: We collect data automatically, such as cookies.
• Referring Source: We collect information about the app or URL where you accessed our ad.
• Device and Location Data: We gather data from your mobile device, including language settings, IP address, time zone, device type and model, operating system, Internet service provider, mobile carrier, and hardware ID.
• Usage Data: We track your interactions with our Service, including page views, features used, frequency and duration of use, and purchase history.
• Advertising IDs: We may use advertising IDs to deliver personalized ads and measure their effectiveness. These IDs are unique to your device and allow us to track ad performance and user engagement. Rest assured, we are committed to protecting your privacy and only use this data in accordance with our privacy policy.
• Cookies: We use cookies—small text files stored on your device—to enhance navigation and trackusage. This includes session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device). We also use tracking pixels to assist with online advertising.

Why We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

1. To Improve Our Website: We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.
2. To Personalize Your Experience: Your information helps us to better respond to your individual needs.
3. To Improve Customer Service: Your information helps us to more effectively respond to your customer service requests and support needs.
4. To Send Periodic Emails: The email address you provide may be used to send you information, respond to inquiries, and/or other requests or questions. If you decide to opt-in to our mailing list, you will receive emails that may include news, updates, related product or service information, etc.
5. Service Provision: To enable seamless use of our Service, address technical issues, and ensure efficient operation.
6. Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, provide technical assistance, and address other communications you initiate.
7. Research and Analysis: To understand and enhance our Service, conduct statistical analyses, and refine our operations and offerings.
8. Marketing Communications: To send you information about our marketing campaigns and newsletters.
9. Ad Personalization: To tailor advertisements to your interests and display relevant ads based on your interactions with our Website.

How We Protect Your Information

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information, and data stored on our site.

Sharing Your Information

1. General Policy: The GOAL News may share your personal information with third parties in specific situations, subject to the provisions of our Privacy Policy. We ensure that such sharing complies with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
2. Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist in operating our website, delivering services, or performing functions on our behalf. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information solely for the purpose of providing the requested services and to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.
3. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a subpoena, court order, or government request. This includes situations where we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, property, or safety of The GOAL News, our users, or others.
4. Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you have provided explicit consent for such sharing. This includes sharing information with partners or affiliates for specific purposes that you have agreed to.
5. Aggregated Data: We may share aggregated or de-identified data that does not personally identify you with third parties for various purposes, including analytics, research, and marketing. Such data is not linked to your personal information and is used to improve our services and offerings.
6. Security Measures: We take reasonable measures to ensure that any third parties with whom we share your information maintain adequate security practices to protect your data. However, we cannot guarantee the security of your information once it is shared with these third parties.
7. User Control: You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy. If you wish to limit or opt-out of the sharing of your information, please contact us through the provided channels.

Policy Changes:

We may update this section regarding the sharing of your information as needed. Any changes will be reflected in our Privacy Policy, and we will notify you of significant updates.

“BY USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU AGREE TO THE COLLECTION AND USE OF INFORMATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS POLICY”

Contact us:

You may contact us at: contact@thegoalnews.com

Last Updated: 24 July 2024