Privacy Policy

Website: www.gospelmalawi.com
Email: hello@gospelmalawi.com
Phone: +265 998 40 53 04
Effective Date: August 13, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Gospel Malawi ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website www.gospelmalawi.com and explains our data practices in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use our website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter
• Account Information: Username, email, and profile information if you create an account
• Content Submissions: Music, videos, comments, reviews, and other content you submit
• Communication Data: Messages you send us through contact forms, emails, or social media

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Technical Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device information
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns, referral sources
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
• Process and respond to your inquiries and requests
• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Analyze website usage and optimize user experience
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• Personalize content and advertisements
• Conduct research and analytics to improve our services

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Important: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content and advertisements.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our website (Google Analytics)
• Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party services like Google AdSense to display relevant ads
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

4.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Most browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies

5. Third-Party Services and Advertising

5.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other sites on the Internet.

• Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your interests
• You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings
• Learn more about Google's use of data at How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services

5.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. This service uses cookies to track your interactions with our website anonymously.

5.3 Social Media Integrations

Our website may include social media features and widgets. These features may collect your IP address and page information and may set cookies to enable proper functionality.

5.4 YouTube and Audio Streaming Services

We may embed content from YouTube and other audio streaming platforms, which may use cookies and collect data according to their own privacy policies.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in website operation and business activities
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Secure data storage practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights:

8.1 General Rights

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing

8.2 Communication Preferences

• Unsubscribe from newsletters and promotional emails
• Update your communication preferences
• Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside of your country, including the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes (if you've provided your email)

Your continued use of our website after the changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Gospel Malawi
Email: hello@gospelmalawi.com
Phone: +265 998 40 53 04
Website: www.gospelmalawi.com

We are committed to resolving privacy concerns promptly and transparently.

Last Updated: August 13, 2025