Cookie Policy

Pulse of Africa ("POA", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on POA and our related digital services (collectively, the "Services").

This Cookie Policy explains:

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

POA is committed to handling information responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including Ethiopia's Personal Data Protection Proclamation No. 1321/2024, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable, and other relevant international data protection frameworks.

By continuing to use our Services, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in accordance with your preferences and applicable laws. Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

Scope of This Policy

This Cookie Policy applies to:

This policy does not apply to:

POA distributes content across third-party platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Telegram. Those platforms operate under their own cookie and privacy policies.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device) when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites:

Cookies do not typically identify you directly, but they may be associated with information about your device, browser, or online activity.

Cookies may be:

Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of our Services. Without them, some parts of the website may not function properly.

They may be used to:

These cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie preference tools because they are necessary for the website to function.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Services.

They may collect information such as:

We use this information to improve content, functionality, and audience experience. Whenever possible, analytics data is aggregated or anonymized.

Examples of providers may include:

Legal basis: Consent where required by law.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make.

Examples:

Advertising Cookies

These cookies help us understand the effectiveness of advertising and support our monetization efforts.

These cookies may be used to:

POA does not sell your personal information.

However, some jurisdictions may classify certain advertising activities as "sharing" of information.

Users may opt out at any time.

Social Media Cookies

These cookies enable interaction with social media services integrated into our content.

Examples:

These cookies may be set by third-party platforms. POA do not control how those third parties collect or process information once you interact with their services.

First-Party and Third-Party Cookies

First-Party Cookies

These are set directly by Pulse of Africa. They support core website operations and user preferences.

Third-Party Cookies

These are set by external service providers integrated into our Services.

Examples may include:

These third parties operate under their own privacy policies.

POA do not control their independent data practices.

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

Media Experience and Content Delivery

As a media platform, POA may also use cookies and similar technologies to enhance storytelling experiences, including:

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information such as health information, religious beliefs, ethnicity, or political opinions.

Cookie Consent and Your Choices

When you first visit our website, you may see a Cookie Banner allowing you to choose which categories of cookies to allow.

You may:

You can update your choices at any time through the Cookie Settings link available on our website. Strictly Necessary Cookies cannot be disabled because they are essential for the website to function.

POA honor applicable consent requirements under relevant data protection laws.

Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings.

You may:

Useful browser resources:

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Some of our service providers may process information outside Ethiopia. Where international transfers occur, we implement appropriate safeguards consistent with:

We take reasonable steps to ensure personal information remains protected during international transfers.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

POA may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our technologies, legal requirements, or business practices. Updated versions will be published on this page together with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Material changes may also be announced on our website. Continued use of our Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

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