Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [ January 21, 2026]
At Ethio Reference (ethioreference.com), accessible from our website, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Ethio Reference and how we use it.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect information that is necessary to provide you with a high-quality, independent news experience.
- Personal Information: When you contact us through our form, we may ask for your name and email address so we can respond to your inquiry.
- Log Files: Like most websites, we follow a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected includes Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamp, and referring/exit pages.
2. How We Use Your Information
In line with our commitment to transparency and our DEI-focused publishing policy, we use your information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website content.
- Understand and analyze how you use our website.
- Respond to your comments, questions, and feedback.
- Prevent fraudulent activity and ensure site security.
3. Cookies and Web Beacons
Ethio Reference may use ‘cookies’ to store information including visitors’ preferences, and the pages on the website that the visitor accessed or visited. The information is used to optimize the users’ experience by customizing our web page content based on visitors’ browser type and/or other information.
4. Third-Party Privacy Policies
Ethio Reference’s Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. We advise you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party servers (such as social media platforms or analytics providers) for more detailed information.
5. Data Protection Rights
- We want to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:
- The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
- The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
- The right to erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
6. Our Commitment to Privacy and DEI
Ethio Reference is built on the principle that what matters to Ethiopia and its people matters to us. This includes the right to a safe and private digital space. We handle all reader data with the utmost respect for the diversity and security of our community.
7. Contact Us
If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us through our contact form.
