Extreme Sixteen Media ("X16", "we", "us", "our") operates 16news.co.zm. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why, and the choices you have regarding it.
1. Information We Collect
- Comments: if you post a comment, we collect the name and message you provide, and optionally an email address for moderation purposes only — it is never published.
- Support/donation activity: if you support X16 financially, payment processing is handled by our third-party payment provider; we do not store your card details ourselves.
- Technical data: standard server logs (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps) collected automatically for security and performance purposes.
- Cookies: see our Cookie Policy for details.
2. How We Use Information
- To display and moderate comments
- To operate, secure, and improve the website
- To communicate with you if you contact us directly
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under Zambia's Data Protection Act No. 3 of 2021, we process personal data on the basis of your consent (e.g. submitting a comment), our legitimate interest in operating a secure and functional website, or compliance with a legal obligation.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal data. We may share limited information with service providers who help us operate the site (e.g. our hosting provider, comment infrastructure, and payment processor), each bound to use it only for the purpose we've engaged them for.
5. Data Retention
Comment data is retained for as long as the associated content remains published, unless you request earlier deletion. Server logs are retained for a limited period for security purposes.
6. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may request to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@16news.co.zm.
7. Children's Privacy
X16 News is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from them.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be reflected by an updated "Last updated" date above.
9. Contact Us
Questions about this policy can be directed to our Contact page or privacy@16news.co.zm.