Privacy Policy

Welcome to Plus Two One One.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit and interact with our website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. We are committed to transparency and clarity in explaining how information is handled.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in limited and specific ways. Some information is provided directly by you, while other information is collected automatically to help us understand how visitors use our website.

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you submit a message through our contact form, we collect your name, your email address, and the content of your message. You may also provide your phone number, although this is optional. This information allows us to respond to your inquiry and follow up where necessary.

When you leave a comment on an article, we collect your name, your email address, and the content of your comment. This information is required so that we can moderate discussions, prevent abuse, and maintain respectful public dialogue on our platform.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit Plus Two One One, certain information is automatically collected to help us understand how users interact with our website. We use analytics tools to monitor general website performance, understand content engagement, and improve user experience. This information is used in aggregated form and is not used by us to personally identify individual visitors.

2. Comment Moderation

All comments submitted to Plus Two One One are reviewed before they appear publicly. We reserve the right to approve, reject, edit, or remove comments at our discretion. Comments that are defamatory, abusive, misleading, unlawful, or harmful may be rejected or removed. Comment data is stored for as long as necessary to maintain editorial integrity and protect the interests of our platform.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected through our website is used to respond to inquiries, improve content quality, enhance user experience, maintain platform security, moderate discussions, and support editorial processes where necessary. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

4. Embedded Third-Party Content

Articles published on Plus Two One One may include embedded content from third-party platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, or TikTok. Embedded content functions as if you visited those platforms directly. These third-party platforms may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with their content. We do not control how those external platforms collect, store, or use information. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those platforms for further information.

5. Data Retention

We retain contact form submissions and comment data only for as long as necessary to respond to inquiries, maintain editorial records, and meet legal or journalistic obligations. When information is no longer required, it may be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Public Interest Reporting

Plus Two One One publishes news content that may include coverage of public figures, crime reports, political developments, and investigative journalism. We strive to verify information before publication and aim for responsible reporting. However, we do not guarantee that all content is entirely free from error.

If you believe that personal information published about you is inaccurate, misleading, or inappropriate, you may submit a request through our Data Removal Request page. All requests are reviewed carefully and in good faith.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect information submitted through our website. However, no online system can guarantee complete security. Users provide information at their own discretion and risk.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for a general audience and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. International Access

While our primary audience is South Sudanese readers, our content may be accessed internationally. By using this website, you acknowledge that information may be processed in jurisdictions outside your country of residence.

10. Your Rights

You may request access to personal information you have submitted, request corrections, or request deletion of your information. To exercise these rights, please submit a request through our Data Removal Request page.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised Last Updated date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.