Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for News Nexus City
Effective Date: Immediate
News Nexus City ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, as well as other applicable data protection laws.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our short-form video streaming platform at https://newsnexus.city, including mobile applications and related services (collectively, the "Platform").
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
• Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password.
• User-Generated Content: Videos, comments, messages, and any metadata associated with uploads.
• Usage Data: IP address, device information, browser type, operating system, and usage patterns.
• Cookies and Tracking: We may use cookies and similar technologies to track your activity and preferences on the Platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
• To provide and maintain your user account;
• To process uploads and display content on the Platform;
• To communicate with you regarding service updates and security alerts;
• To analyse usage and improve Platform functionality;
• To enforce our Terms of Use and protect against fraud or abuse;
• To comply with legal obligations under POPIA and other regulations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under POPIA, we process personal information:
• With your consent;
• When it is necessary to perform our contractual obligations;
• To comply with legal and regulatory duties;
• When there is a legitimate interest, such as platform security and fraud prevention.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:
• Service providers and hosting partners who help operate the Platform;
• Law enforcement or government bodies, when legally required;
• Third parties with your consent or at your direction.
All third-party service providers are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection agreements in line with POPIA.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:
• Encrypted storage and secure server environments;
• Access controls and authentication protocols;
• Regular system monitoring and vulnerability assessments.
While we take reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights Under POPIA
As a data subject under POPIA, you have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you;
• Request corrections or updates to your data;
• Object to the processing of your data under certain conditions;
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at: newsnexusofficial@gmail.com
7. Retention of Data
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Platform signifies your acceptance of these changes.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, contact:
News Nexus City (Pty) Ltd
Email: newsnexusofficial@gmail.com
South Africa
By using News Nexus City, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
