| Confidentiality Policy
At FOSA News, we recognize the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of any information you share with us. This Confidentiality Policy outlines our commitment to protecting the sensitive information you entrust to us and the measures we take to ensure its security.
1. Scope of Confidential Information: Confidential information refers to any non-public information that you provide to us, including but not limited to personal details, communication content, and any other data that you have not made publicly available. This policy applies to all users of FOSA News, including subscribers, contributors, and partners.
2. Protection of Confidential Information:
✔️ Restricted Access:
Access to confidential information is strictly limited to authorized personnel who require it to perform their duties. We implement access controls and encryption to ensure that your information remains secure.
✔️ Data Encryption:
We use industry-standard encryption technologies to protect confidential information during transmission and storage. This ensures that your data is safeguarded against unauthorized access.
✔️ Non-Disclosure:
We will not disclose your confidential information to any third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law or in the course of providing the services you have requested.
3. Confidentiality Obligations of Partners and Service Providers:
Any third-party service providers or partners who handle confidential information on our behalf are bound by strict confidentiality agreements. They are required to use your information only for the purposes for which it was provided and to maintain its confidentiality in accordance with this policy.
4. Breach Notification:
In the unlikely event of a breach of confidentiality, we will promptly notify you and take all necessary steps to mitigate the impact of the breach. This includes conducting an investigation, implementing corrective measures, and reporting the incident to relevant authorities if required.
5. Retention and Destruction of Confidential Information:
We will retain your confidential information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once the information is no longer needed, we will securely destroy it in accordance with our data retention policies.
6. Your Responsibilities:
While we take extensive measures to protect your confidential information, you also play a role in maintaining its security. We encourage you to use strong passwords, safeguard your login credentials, and avoid sharing sensitive information in public forums.
7. Changes to This Policy:
We may update our Confidentiality Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
8. Contact Us: If you have any questions or concerns about our Confidentiality Policy, please contact us at fosa.news@gmail.com.