1. Introduction
Lango News ("we", "us", "our"), operated by Hakateq Solutions Limited, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our platform at langonews.com and our mobile application.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account information: name, email, phone number, password
- Profile information: bio, avatar, district, website
- Content: articles, videos, comments, messages
- Payment information: Mobile Money number, transaction details
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information: device type, operating system, browser
- Usage data: pages visited, content viewed, time spent
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our platform services
- Process account registration and authentication
- Deliver personalized content and recommendations
- Process payments, tips, and withdrawals
- Send notifications about your account and content
- Moderate content and enforce community guidelines
- Improve our platform and develop new features
- Communicate important updates and announcements
- Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers — Payment processors (Mobile Money), hosting services, email delivery
- YouTube/Google — Video content uploaded to our YouTube channel
- Law enforcement — When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Public profile — Your name, bio, and content are visible to other users
5. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
- Secure password hashing
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security reviews
Your data is stored on secure servers. While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@langonews.com.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze platform usage
- Deliver relevant content
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
8. Children's Privacy
Lango News is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
9. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
12. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
- Email: info@langonews.com
- Phone: +256 743 102 612
- Address: Lira City, Lango Sub-region, Northern Uganda
- Company: Hakateq Solutions Limited
