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Effective Date: 01/12/2025
1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At The Circle Media Plus (TCMP), we deliver independent news and studio storytelling for Africans in the UK and across the diaspora. Protecting your personal data is central to our mission. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act.
2. Information We Collect
We collect data to improve your news and storytelling experience:
- Voluntary Data: Name, email, phone (for newsletters, comments, submissions, inquiries).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device IDs (for security and site performance).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, location (for analytics and personalized recommendations).
- Cookies: Stored on your device to remember preferences, track performance, and enable targeted ads (with consent).
3. How We Use Your Data
Your data helps us:
- Deliver articles, studio productions, and digital content.
- Personalize recommendations based on your interests.
- Communicate via newsletters, updates, and responses.
- Improve editorial strategy for the African diaspora community.
- Meet legal obligations and protect our rights.
4. Data Sharing
We only share data with trusted partners:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics).
- IT service providers (hosting, email delivery).
- Legal authorities, when required.
👉 We never sell your personal data.
5. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your data.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Request data portability.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
6. Contact Us
For privacy inquiries or to exercise your rights:
- General: info@circlemediaplus.co.uk
- Editorial: editor@circlemediaplus.co.uk
- Africa Desk: africa@circlemediaplus.co.uk
- Studios: studio@circlemediaplus.co.uk
- Partnerships: partnerships@circlemediaplus.co.uk
https://circlemedialplus.co.uk/
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📜 Terms of Service – The Circle Media Plus (TCMP)
Effective Date: 01/12/2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using TCMP’s website, articles, and studio productions, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please do not use our services.
2. Intellectual Property
All TCMP content (articles, videos, audio, graphics, logos, code) is protected by copyright.
- Allowed: Personal, non‑commercial use (view, download, print).
- Prohibited: Reproduction, distribution, sale, or modification without written permission.
- Linking: You may link fairly to our content without misrepresentation.
3. User Conduct
We encourage respectful engagement. Do not post content that is:
- Illegal, abusive, defamatory, or threatening.
- Infringing on copyright or intellectual property.
- Hate speech, harassment, or personal attacks.
- Spam or commercial solicitation.
TCMP may remove violating content and suspend repeat offenders.
4. Disclaimers
- Accuracy: We strive for reliable reporting, but cannot guarantee completeness or timeliness.
- Opinions: Contributor and user comments are their own.
- Third‑Party Links: TCMP is not responsible for external sites.
5. Limitation of Liability
TCMP is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of profits, arising from use of our services.
6. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Disputes fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of its courts.
7. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of TCMP after changes means you accept the new Terms.
