Privacy & Cookie Policy – Malawi Freedom Network
Effective Date: March 26, 2026
1. Introduction
Malawi Freedom Network (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information, including the use of cookies on our website.
By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information:
- Name, email address, or contact details when you subscribe to newsletters or contact us.
- Non-Personal Information:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent, and other anonymous data collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
- Third-Party Information:
- Information shared via social media or advertising partners (e.g., Google AdSense) in compliance with their policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Send newsletters, updates, or responses to inquiries
- Deliver relevant advertisements through third-party services
- Monitor and analyze website traffic
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to remember your preferences, login details, and browsing behavior.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., secure login, navigation).
- Performance Cookies: Track anonymous usage to improve site performance.
- Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences (e.g., language).
- Advertising/Targeting Cookies: Deliver relevant ads based on your interests (e.g., Google AdSense).
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services like Google AdSense, analytics, and social media plugins may place cookies on your device. These third parties may collect browsing data to provide personalized content or ads.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies via your browser settings by:
- Deleting existing cookies
- Blocking certain types of cookies
- Receiving warnings before a cookie is stored
Disabling cookies may affect certain website functions.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers for:
- Website analytics
- Advertising services (e.g., Google AdSense)
- Compliance with legal obligations
All third parties are required to keep your information secure and use it only for authorized purposes.
7. Consent
By using our website, you consent to our collection, use, and storage of your information, including cookies, as described in this policy.
For users in regions with stricter privacy laws, we provide a cookie consent banner to allow acceptance or rejection of non-essential cookies.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements. The “Effective Date” at the top indicates the latest revision.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy & Cookie Policy, please contact us: