Loyalnewsgh.com, owned by Ghanaian journalist Beatrice Badu, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at https://loyalnewsgh.com or use our services. By accessing our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Who We Are
Loyalnewsgh.com is a news portal dedicated to providing accurate and factual news on local, political, health, business, entertainment, and other topics to our cherished followers. Owned and operated by Beatrice Badu, a Ghanaian journalist, our mission is to deliver reliable information to our audience. Our website address is https://loyalnewsgh.com, and we operate as a sub-company under Beatrice Badu’s leadership.
Comments
When you leave comments on our website, we collect the information you provide in the comment form, along with your IP address and browser user agent to help detect spam. These details are processed through an automated spam detection service to ensure a safe and spam-free environment for all users. You can choose to save your name, email address, and website in cookies for convenience when commenting again, but this is optional.
Media
If you upload images or other media to Loyalnewsgh.com, such as through comments or user submissions, you should avoid including embedded location data (e.g., EXIF GPS) to protect your privacy. Uploaded media may be publicly visible, and we encourage you to exercise caution when sharing personal information in media files. We are not responsible for data embedded in media uploaded by users.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze website usage, and personalize content. Cookies may store your preferences or track pages you visit. When you comment, you can opt to save your details in cookies for future convenience. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some website features. Our automated spam detection service may also use cookies to analyze comment data.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on Loyalnewsgh.com may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles) from external websites, such as YouTube or social media platforms. This content behaves as if you visited the other website, and those sites may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interactions. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites, and you should review their privacy policies before engaging with embedded content.
How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example, account data is kept as long as your account remains active or until you request deletion. Comment data is retained unless you request its removal, except where we must keep it for administrative, legal, or security purposes. Newsletter subscription data is stored until you unsubscribe. We comply with Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) regarding data retention.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments on Loyalnewsgh.com, you can view, edit, or delete your personal information (e.g., name, email) at any time through your account settings or by contacting us at [badubeatrice92@gmail.com]. However, you cannot change your username once set. Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws like Ghana’s Data Protection Act, GDPR, or CCPA, such as correcting inaccuracies, restricting processing, or objecting to data use for marketing. We will respond to requests within 30 days or as required by law.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments are processed through an automated spam detection service, which may analyze your IP address, browser user agent, and comment content to prevent spam. We may share data with trusted third-party providers, such as hosting or analytics services, who are contractually obligated to protect your information. Data may also be shared to comply with legal requirements, such as under Ghana’s Data Protection Act, or in the event of a business transfer (e.g., a merger). We do not sell your personal information. Your data may be transferred to servers in [specify location, e.g., Ghana], and we ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws for international transfers.
Additional Information
We implement reasonable security measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to protect your data, but no online system is completely secure, and you provide information at your own risk. Website administrators have full access to manage accounts and moderate content for operational, legal, or security purposes. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13, as defined by Ghana’s Child’s Rights Act, 2003.
