Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how The Palestine Telegraph (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit or interact with our website and services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the site.

Information we collect

When you visit our website, some information may be collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, approximate location, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit. This helps us understand how our platform is used and improve performance and security.

You may also choose to provide personal information directly, for example when you contact us, submit a story, subscribe to newsletters, comment on articles (if available), or participate in campaigns. This information may include your name, email address, contact details, and any content you choose to share with us. In sensitive contexts, you may use pseudonyms or request anonymity, and we will strive to respect that where legally and technically possible.

How we use your information

We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve our website and services, including ensuring security, preventing abuse, and understanding readership trends. Contact information may be used to respond to your messages, process submissions, send newsletters or updates you subscribed to, and communicate important changes to our policies or services.

In some cases, aggregated and anonymized data may be used for analytics, editorial planning, and reporting to partners or supporters. Personal information is never sold, and is shared only in limited circumstances described in this policy, such as when required by law or with your explicit consent.

Cookies and tracking technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze traffic and engagement. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. You can usually modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when they are being used, but some features of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

We may also use third-party analytics or embedded services (such as social media or video platforms) that place their own cookies or tracking technologies. These third parties are responsible for their own privacy practices, and you are encouraged to review their policies separately.

How we share and protect data

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. Limited access may be granted to trusted service providers who help us operate the website, send emails, or perform analytics, strictly for the purpose of providing those services and under obligations of confidentiality and data protection.

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. In conflict zones and politically sensitive contexts, we encourage users to take extra precautions (such as using secure communication channels) when sharing sensitive information.

Your rights and choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights over your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, update, or request deletion of your data. You may also have the right to object to or restrict certain types of processing, or to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You can unsubscribe from newsletters or mailing lists at any time by using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly. If you wish to exercise any data-related rights or raise concerns about how your information is handled, you can contact us using the details provided on our “Contact Us” page.

Third-party links and content

Our website may contain links to external sites, embedded content, or references to platforms that are not operated by The Palestine Telegraph. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services, and we are not responsible for their content, practices, or policies. When you follow a link or interact with embedded services, you should review the privacy policies of the relevant third parties.

Children’s privacy

Our content is primarily intended for a general audience and often covers sensitive political and human rights issues. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children below the age permitted by local law without verified parental or guardian consent. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us so that we can take appropriate steps.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the functioning of our website. When changes are made, the “Last updated” date will be revised at the top or bottom of the page. Continued use of the website after changes are posted will be considered acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact regarding privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, you can reach us through the contact details provided on our “Contact Us” page. We aim to review and respond to privacy-related queries within a reasonable time frame, taking into account the challenging circumstances that may affect communications related to Palestine.