Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 28, 2026
1. Who We Are
Journalist Today (Pty) Ltd operates the website under registration number 2021/873642/07 with physical offices situated at 42 Jan Shoba Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria 0181, South Africa. In terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), we act as the responsible party (or information controller) regarding personal details collected on this platform.
2. Collectable Information
We process parameters that you provide directly, which includes full name, email address, telephonic contacts and specialized commentary. Additionally, we automatically log functional indicators such as operating software, geographical regions, viewing history and selected cookie decisions.
3. Legal Bases for Processing Data
| Processing Objective | Type of Parameters | POPIA Law Base |
|---|---|---|
| To deliver newspaper newsletters and subscriptions | Email, Name | Performance of mutual contract terms |
| To process user inquiries and press tips | Name, cellular numbers, email | Legitimate administrative interests |
| Technical audience measurements and metrics | IP address, browser parameters, cookies | Voluntary user compliance and consent |
4. Cookie Guidelines
Optional tracking mechanisms, analytics scripts, and behavioral identifiers are deactivated by default. These tools are only executed when you choose to accept them using our consent banner. You can alter or withdraw your consent at any moment via the "Cookie Settings" tool found in the footer of any page.
5. Sharing and International Handover
We do not lease, trade, or distribute user metrics to third parties. We utilize highly secure cloud solutions that meet POPIA and GDPR criteria. Information remains primarily hosted inside verified storage platforms located within South African physical boundaries.
6. Individual Rights
Under POPIA rules, you have the right to request access to your stored files, demand structural corrections, request permanent erasure or submit a complaint directly to the South African Information Regulator (JD House, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, email: [email protected]).
7. Children's Parameters
We do not purposefully collect data from individuals under 18 years old without proven parental or legal guardian consent.
8. Contacts
Please contact our appointed Compliance and Information Officer via email at [email protected] or call +27 12 492 3305.