At Political Analysis South Africa (https://www.politicalanalysis.co.za), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
1. Data Collection and Use
Personal Information
We collect personal information provided by you, such as when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list.
- Post comments on our website.
- Participate in surveys or discussion forums.
Any personal information you provide will remain confidential and will never be sold, traded, or made public. However, users who leave comments on our site may be added to our newsletter or mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions in our email communications.
Traffic Data
When you visit https://www.politicalanalysis.co.za, we collect certain technical information, including:
- Your IP address.
- Your operating system and browser type.
- Your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- Pages viewed, time spent on the site, and referral links.
This data helps us understand our readership and improve the functionality and content of our site.
Cookies
We use cookies—small text files stored on your device—to:
- Analyse site usage and improve user experience.
- Track content preferences and user behaviour.
- Diagnose technical issues.
For visitors from the European Union (EU), a cookie consent banner will appear on your first visit, allowing you to manage your preferences regarding cookie usage. You may also disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect your experience on our site.
2. Discussion Forums and Comments
Please note that any information shared in our discussion forums or comment sections is publicly accessible. Exercise caution when disclosing personal information. Comments submitted to our website may be reviewed, moderated, or removed at our discretion. Users who comment may also be added to our mailing list, with the option to unsubscribe at any time.
If you have concerns about forum moderation or privacy, please contact webmaster@politicalanalysis.co.za.
3. Surveys
We may conduct voluntary surveys to collect aggregate demographic information. This data may be shared with third parties in summary form but will not include personal details traceable to specific individuals.
4. Links to External Sites
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
5. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 13. If we become aware of such data being collected, it will be promptly deleted.
6. Data Management
Unsubscribe and Data Removal
You can opt out of receiving communications from us or request to have your data updated or removed by:
- Emailing webmaster@politicalanalysis.co.za.
- Following the unsubscribe instructions included in our email communications.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We will not disclose your personal information without your consent, except:
- When required by law or a court order.
- In response to requests by government or law enforcement authorities.
Note: This policy does not apply to information shared in public discussion forums or comment sections on our site.
Third-Party Processors
We use third-party service providers for analytics and advertising purposes. These processors help us understand user behaviour, optimise site performance, and deliver relevant advertisements. Examples include analytics platforms such as Google Analytics and advertising networks that display targeted ads. These providers are required to handle your data in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
7. Contacting Political Analysis South Africa
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, data practices, or your interactions with this site, you can contact us at:
m.mpolase@politicalanalysis.co.za
8. Policy Updates
Political Analysis South Africa reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. The current version will always be posted on this page and will take effect immediately upon publication.
