Last updated: June 14, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You use Gazette Plus (the “Service”) and explains Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.
We use Your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Capitalized terms have meanings defined under the following conditions. Definitions apply regardless of whether terms appear in singular or plural.
Definitions
• Account: A unique account created to access Gazette Plus.
• Affiliate: An entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the Company (where “control” means ownership of 50%+ shares/securities).
• Application: Gazette Plus (mobile/web app) provided by the Company.
• Company: Ethiopian Press Agency, Addis Ababa 4 kilo (“We,” “Us,” “Our”).
• Country: Ethiopia.
• Device: Any device (computer, phone, tablet) accessing the Service.
• Personal Data: Information relating to an identifiable individual.
• Service: Gazette Plus (mobile app, website: https://Press.et).
• Service Provider: Third parties processing data on Our behalf (e.g., analytics, hosting).
• Token: A secure authentication method for session management.
• Usage Data: Automatically collected data (e.g., IP address, device type, timestamps).
• You: The individual or entity using the Service.
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
1. Personal Data
o Email address, first/last name, phone number.
o Account credentials (stored securely via tokens).
2. Usage Data
o IP address, device type, OS, browser, timestamps, interactions with the Service.
Token-Based Authentication
• No Cookies Used: Gazette Plus uses encrypted tokens (not browser cookies) to authenticate users and manage sessions.
• Token Storage: Tokens are used in secure server sessions.
• Revoking Access: You may log out to invalidate tokens.
Use of Your Personal Data
The Company may use Personal Data to:
• Provide/maintain the Service, monitor usage, and manage Accounts.
• Fulfill contracts, contact You (email/SMS/push notifications), and send updates.
• Analyze trends, improve the Service, and comply with legal obligations.
Sharing Data
We may share Personal Data with:
• Service Providers: For analytics, hosting, or customer support.
• Legal Requirements: To comply with laws or protect rights/safety.
Data Retention & Security
• Retention: Kept only as long as necessary (e.g., legal compliance, service operation).
• Security: Tokens and data are encrypted.
Your Rights
• Access/Delete Data: Update Account settings or contact Us at Info@press.et.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications.
Children’s Privacy
Gazette Plus does not target users under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data.
Links to Other Sites
We are not responsible for third-party websites linked in the Service. Review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last updated” date. Material changes will be notified via email or in-app alerts.
Contact Us
For questions, email: Info@press.et.