LAST UPDATED: 22-OCT-2026
EFFECTIVE DATE: 22-OCT-2026
Zeal News (Block A, 31 Afolabi Aina St, Royal Bed Estate, Ikeja, Lagos 101233, Lagos) is a platform committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your data when you use our website.
Our company, Zeal News, is located at Block A, 31 Afolabi Aina St, Royal Bed Estate, Ikeja, Lagos 101233, Lagos, Nigeria. You can reach us at [email protected] or 0906-315-3324.
NOTICE TO USERS
Please carefully review this Privacy Policy before utilizing the Zeal News service. By using our service, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this policy. If you don't agree, please don't use our service. You may also access our Terms and Conditions.
INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by Zeal News ("we," "our," or "us") in connection with your use of the Zeal News website ("Site") and service ("Service").
By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy.
TERMS OF USE
Your use of the Service is subject to the terms outlined in the Zeal News Terms and Conditions ("T&C"). You acknowledge that your use of the Service does not establish an employment relationship with Zeal News.
COLLECTION AND USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We collect and use personal information to provide and improve the Service, communicate with you, and comply with applicable laws. By using the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may disclose your personal information to third-party service providers, affiliates, and law enforcement agencies as required by law.
SECURITY MEASURES
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. The revised Policy will be effective 180 days from the date of posting, and your continued use of the Service will constitute acceptance of the revised Policy.
By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the terms of this Policy, please do not access or use the Service.
When You Use Our Service, We Collect Two Types Of Information:
Firstly, we collect personal data that you voluntarily provide, such as:
i. Contact details (name, email, phone number)
ii. Personal and payment information (as outlined in our Creator Terms and Conditions)
iii. Any other information you choose to share with us
Secondly, we collect usage data, which includes:
i. Your device's IP address and browser details
ii. Operating system and pages viewed on our site
iii. Dates and times of your visits
We also use cookies and similar technologies to operate and improve our site, measure traffic, and support advertising. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. See the "Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising" section below for details about the third parties involved and how to opt out.
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
i. To deliver and maintain our services, ensuring our site operates smoothly and efficiently.
ii. To enhance your experience, we analyze usage patterns, personalize content, and make improvements to our site's functionality.
iii. To keep you informed and supported, we use your information to respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and communicate with you directly.
iv. With your consent, we may send promotional updates and materials about our services to keep you informed.
v. We also use your information to comply with legal requirements, safeguard our rights, and prevent fraudulent activities.
How We Share Your Personal Data
We take a thoughtful approach to sharing your personal data. We do not sell your personal information for money. We may share it with select partners who help us deliver and monetize our services, including advertising and analytics partners as described in the "Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising" section below. These partners include:
i. Trusted vendors who provide essential services like website hosting, data analysis, and customer support.
ii. Law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies when required by law or to protect our legitimate interests.
iii. Potential buyers or investors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business.
iv. Advertising and analytics providers, such as Google and Meta, as described in the "Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising" section below.
Your Rights
As the owner of your personal data, you have certain rights that we respect and uphold. These rights include:
i. The right to inspect and access your personal data held by us.
ii. The right to correct and update inaccurate or incomplete information.
iii. The right to delete and erase your personal data, subject to certain conditions.
iv. The right to limit and restrict the processing of your personal data.
v. The right to transfer and port your personal data to another party.
vi. The right to object and opt-out of processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
vii. The right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
Legal Foundation For Your Data Processing
We rely on the following legal grounds to process your personal data:
Your Consent: We process your data when you've explicitly given us permission to do so for specific purposes.
Contractual Obligations: We process your data when necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you.
Legal Requirements: We process your data to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Legitimate Interests: We process your data when necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided those interests don't compromise your rights and freedoms.
Third-Party Services
When you use our site, you may encounter links to external websites and services operated by third parties. Please note that we have no control over the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Before sharing any personal information, we recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies carefully.
Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising
We use cookies, web beacons, IP addresses, and similar identifiers to operate the site, understand how it is used, and support the advertising that keeps our content free. These technologies may be set by us or by third-party service providers.
Third-party advertising (including Google AdSense). Third-party vendors, including Google, may place and read cookies on your browser, or use web beacons, IP addresses, or other identifiers to collect information as a result of ad serving on our site. Google uses advertising cookies, including the DoubleClick cookie, to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. This enables Google and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visits to our site and/or other sites on the internet.
For more information about how Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps, see How Google uses data from sites or apps that use our services.
Your advertising choices. You can opt out of personalized advertising from Google by visiting Google Ads Settings. You can also opt out of personalized advertising from participating third-party vendors at aboutads.info/choices. Opting out does not mean you will stop seeing ads; it means the ads you see will not be personalized based on your interests.
Consent. Where required by applicable law (for example, in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom), we obtain your consent before using cookies or identifiers for personalized advertising, and you can withdraw or change that consent at any time through our cookie settings or your browser.
Other service providers. We also use Google Analytics to measure site usage and Meta Pixel to measure the performance of our content and promotions. These providers may set cookies or receive identifiers as described in their own privacy policies.
Managing cookies. Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies through their settings. If you disable cookies, some features of the site, including personalized content and advertising, may not work as intended.
Security
Protecting your personal data is our top priority. We've put in place a robust defense system, combining cutting-edge technology with rigorous organizational protocols. While we're confident in our ability to safeguard your information, we're also realistic -- in today's digital landscape, no security solution can guarantee 100% protection.
Zeal News is dedicated to protecting your privacy and adhering to applicable data protection laws. See Terms and Conditions for more details. Key legal frameworks include:
1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
We fully comply with the GDPR, ensuring secure and transparent processing of personal data with user consent and control.
Key rights include:
2. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Zeal News also complies with the CCPA, providing California residents with enhanced privacy rights.
Key rights include:
i. Requesting disclosure of personal data collected
ii. Requesting data deletion
iii. Opting out of the sale of personal data
iv. Protection from discrimination for exercising your rights
For more details, please refer to Section B of our Terms and Conditions.
Data Protection and Data Retention
We take a thoughtful approach to data protection, employing a combination of innovative security measures and rigorous protocols to safeguard your personal information. While no digital environment is completely immune to risk, we're dedicated to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of your data.
In terms of data retention, we adhere to a "need-to-know" principle, holding onto your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill its original purpose or meet legal, regulatory, or internal policy requirements. Once that purpose is fulfilled, we carefully dispose of your data to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring a secure and responsible data management practice.
Safeguarding Your Data During International Transfers
As a global organization, we may need to transfer your personal data across international borders. This means your data may be processed in a country different from where you live, and that country's data protection laws may vary.
To ensure your data remains safeguarded, we implement robust measures to protect it during these international transfers. These measures include:
i. Carefully selecting and vetting our international partners and vendors
ii. Implementing standard contractual clauses and data protection agreements
iii. Utilizing secure data transfer protocols and encryption technologies
iv. Conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with global data protection standards
By taking these steps, we strive to maintain the highest level of data protection, regardless of where your personal data is processed.
Updates to Our Privacy Policy
As our organization evolves, we may need to make changes to this Privacy Policy. Here's how we'll keep you informed:
i. We'll post the updated Privacy Policy on our website, highlighting the changes made.
ii. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about our data protection practices.
iii. If we make significant changes, we may also notify you through other channels, such as email or in-app notifications.
Your privacy matters to us, and we're committed to transparency and openness in our data protection practices.
Get in Touch
Have questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or data practices? We're here to help. You can:
Fill out our online request form
Reach out to our Data Protection Officer directly
Our Contact Information:
Zeal News Aggregation App
Block A, 31 Afolabi Aina St, Royal Bed Estate, Ikeja, Lagos 101233, Lagos
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0906-315-3324
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 22, 2026.