Last Updated: 11 Nov. 2025
The Beacon NG Newspaper (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience for all visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you access The Beacon NG Newspaper website and its associated services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1. Personal Information
We may collect personal information when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter or email updates
- Comment on articles or submit forms
- Contact us directly
- Create an account (if applicable)
This information may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any information you voluntarily provide
1.2. Non-Personal Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and referring URLs
- Time spent on pages
- Cookies and other tracking technologies
This data helps us understand user behavior and improve our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Deliver news articles, alerts, and updates
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Send newsletters and promotional content (only with your consent)
- Analyze traffic patterns and audience engagement
- Enforce Terms of Use and prevent fraudulent activities
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tools to:
- Personalize content
- Remember user preferences
- Improve website functionality
- Conduct analytics via tools like Google Analytics
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Services
We may integrate third-party tools/services, including:
- Google Analytics (traffic monitoring)
- Advertising networks such as Google AdSense
- Social media widgets (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram)
- Email marketing tools (Mailchimp, Mailpoet, or similar)
These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies, which we do not control.
5. Advertising and Affiliate Links
We may display third-party ads or include affiliate links on our website.
These advertisers may use cookies or scripts to collect data for:
- Ad personalization
- Performance tracking
- Interest-based advertising
Users can opt out of personalized ads through Google’s Ad Settings.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using:
- Secure servers
- SSL encryption
- Access control measures
- Regular website security audits
However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Beacon NG Newspaper does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.
If a parent or guardian believes personal data has been collected from a child, please contact us and we will delete it.
8. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share data only with:
- Service providers essential for website operations
- Legal authorities if required by law
- Advertising/analytics partners (non-personal data)
9. Your Rights
Depending on your region, you may have rights to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Opt out of email communications
- Disable cookies
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
10. Links to External Sites
Our website may link to external sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Any changes will be posted with a revised Last Updated date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
The Beacon NG Newspaper
Email: admin@thebeaconng.com
WhatsApp: +234 9034882719