Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Finote Media ('we,' 'our,' or 'us') is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our services
• Improve and personalize user experience
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are from the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the data and context:

• You have given consent for specific purposes
• Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests
• Processing is necessary to comply with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our website
• Law enforcement when required by law
• Third parties with your explicit consent

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

9. Ethiopian Media Law Compliance

Finote Media operates in accordance with Ethiopian media laws and regulations, including the Freedom of the Mass Media and Access to Information Proclamation. We are committed to responsible journalism and protecting sources when required by law.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated 'Last Updated' date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: