The Verita Post ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Email address: When you subscribe to our newsletter
  • Comments: Name (required) and email (optional) when commenting
  • Contact form submissions: Name, email, message content
  • Anonymous tip submissions: Only the message content (no personal data stored)
  • Payments: Processed via Monnify — we do not store card details

Information Collected Automatically

  • Analytics data: Anonymized pageviews, browser type, general location (country/city)
  • Cookies: To remember your preferences (dark mode, bookmarks, etc.)
  • IP address: Stored temporarily for security and hashed for anonymous tips

How We Use Your Information

  • To send newsletter emails you've subscribed to
  • To respond to your inquiries and comments
  • To improve our journalism through anonymized analytics
  • To detect and prevent spam or fraud
  • To comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We may share limited information with:

  • Google Analytics: Anonymized traffic data
  • Monnify: Payment processing (for tips)
  • Email service providers: To deliver newsletters
  • Advertising partners: Anonymized data for ad targeting

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information we hold about you
  • Object to processing of your personal data

Cookies

We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to understand site usage. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly.

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures including SSL encryption, secure password hashing, and hashed IP addresses for anonymous tips. However, no online system is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes.

Contact

For privacy-related inquiries: privacy@theveritapost.com.ng
Or use our contact form.