Privacy Policy
Effective date: 2 September 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how ASJF NEWS handles information when you visit our website, subscribe to updates, contact the newsroom or submit information. ASJF NEWS operates under the Afghanistan Sports Journalists Federation (ASJF), with editorial independence as described in our editorial standards.
Information we collect
- Information you provide: your name, email address, phone number if supplied, message content, correction requests, news tips and any files or information you choose to send.
- Newsletter information: your email address, subscription status and engagement data when you choose to receive updates.
- Technical and usage information: IP address, browser and device information, approximate location derived from IP, referring pages, pages viewed, timestamps, cookie identifiers and diagnostic or security logs.
How we use information
- to operate, secure, maintain and improve the website;
- to respond to enquiries, correction requests and editorial submissions;
- to send newsletters or updates you requested and manage opt-outs;
- to understand audience use and website performance;
- to prevent abuse, investigate technical problems and comply with legal obligations; and
- to protect the rights, safety and integrity of readers, journalists, ASJF NEWS and others.
Cookies and service providers
The website may use necessary cookies and similar technologies for security and core functions. It may also use Google services, including Site Kit and connected analytics services, to measure traffic and performance; Mailchimp tools to manage newsletters; Contact Form 7 to process forms; embedded media or social platforms to display third-party content; and hosting, caching and image-optimisation providers to deliver the site. These providers may process technical or account information under their own terms and privacy policies.
Where a consent banner is presented, you can use it to manage optional cookies. You can also restrict cookies through your browser, although some functions may not work correctly.
When information is shared
We do not sell personal information. We may share limited information with service providers working on our behalf, professional advisers, or competent authorities when required by law or reasonably necessary to protect legal rights or safety. Editorial tips and sources are handled in line with our editorial standards, but ordinary email and web forms should not be treated as secure channels for highly sensitive material.
International processing
Our service providers may process information in countries other than your own. Data-protection rules may differ between jurisdictions. Where required, we use appropriate contractual or organisational safeguards.
Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including editorial, security, record-keeping and legal requirements. Retention periods vary by record type. We may retain correction and editorial records where necessary to protect the integrity of the public record.
Your choices and rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to request access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection or a copy of certain personal information. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link in the message. Rights may be limited where information must be retained for journalism, freedom of expression, public-interest reporting, security or legal obligations.
Children
ASJF NEWS is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly solicit personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information without appropriate permission, contact us so we can assess and address it.
External links and embedded content
Articles may link to or embed content from third parties. Those services may collect data independently. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies, not this one.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect information. No internet transmission or storage system is completely secure, so absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy when our services, technology or obligations change. The effective date above identifies the latest version.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, email info@asjfnews.com. Please state “Privacy request” in the subject line and describe the request clearly.
