Lamaane News Network ("we,” "our,” or "the Website”) is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and trust of its readers, contributors, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains the collection, use, storage, sharing, and protection of personal and non-personal information across all digital channels, including the Website, mobile applications, comment sections, and other related services.

Engagement with the Publication or Website signifies acceptance of this Privacy Policy. Disagreement with any portion requires discontinuation of use.

Since its launch on December 9, 2015, Lamaane News Network has delivered independent, dual-language news in English and Somali, connecting current developments to geographic, historical, political, economic, and social contexts.

This Privacy Policy applies to:

•Visitors to the website https://lamaane.net 

•Users submitting comments or content through the Publication 

•Individuals contacting Lamaane News Network via online forms, email, or other communication channels 

Commitment exists to ethical data handling, transparency, and compliance with recognized international privacy and data protection standards.

The Website collects technical and usage data automatically, including:

•IP addresses, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and screen resolution 

•Referring URLs, pages accessed, timestamps, session duration, clicks, scroll depth, and navigation paths 

•Cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies 

This data helps the Publication monitor security, prevent fraudulent activity, optimize performance, and improve content delivery. All automatically collected data is anonymized unless voluntarily provided by the user.

Information provided voluntarily includes:

Contact Forms and Direct Communication: Name, email, organization, and message content. Information is retained only as required to address inquiries, requests, or transactions, then archived or deleted according to Lamaane News Network retention schedules.

Comments and User Contributions: Display name, email (visible only to administrators), comment content, timestamp, and originating IP. Moderation ensures removal of spam, abusive language, personal attacks, or off-topic content before display on the Website.

Cookies and tracking tools enhance user experience on the Publication by:

•Maintaining Website functionality and session states 

•Remembering language, display, and personalization preferences 

•Analyzing traffic, engagement, and site performance 

•Measuring advertising effectiveness 

Users maintain control through browser settings or consent management tools. Disabling certain cookies may affect functionality or personalization features. Third-party analytics tools may place cookies under their privacy policies.

Collected information is used to:

•Deliver requested content and services efficiently through the Publication 

•Improve Website functionality and overall user experience 

•Respond to inquiries, requests, and contributions 

•Maintain cybersecurity and prevent fraudulent activity 

•Personalize content and provide recommendations based on prior engagement 

•Analyze aggregated, anonymized audience behavior for editorial and advertising purposes 

No personal information is sold or shared for unrelated commercial purposes.

Information is shared only under specific circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers: Trusted third-party providers supporting analytics, comment moderation, advertising, or technical operations receive only the minimum data necessary. Agreements require adherence to strict confidentiality and data protection standards consistent with Lamaane News Network policies.

5.2 Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Disclosure occurs to comply with laws, court orders, regulatory requirements, or to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of users, the Website, or the Publication.

5.3 Business Transfers: In cases of mergers, acquisitions, or sales, information may transfer under the terms of this Privacy Policy. Notice will be provided for significant transactions, allowing users to request deletion before transfer.

•Technical logs on the Website rotate every 90 days, with older data permanently deleted 

•Contact submissions are retained until resolved, then archived or deleted 

•Comments remain indefinitely; anonymization options exist upon request 

Data is stored securely and may transfer internationally for operational purposes.

Security measures in place include:

•Encryption: TLS protects data in transit between users and the Website 

•Access Control: Authorized personnel access data under strict role-based permissions 

•Monitoring and Audits: Continuous security reviews, audits, and incident response procedures maintain data integrity 

Absolute security cannot be guaranteed. Breaches creating material risk trigger notification to affected users within 72 hours, where feasible.

Users may:

•Access, correct, or request deletion of personal information held by Lamaane News Network 

•Manage cookies and tracking preferences on the Website 

•Request anonymization of identifying information in public comments 

Deletion may be limited for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or editorial integrity.

Do Not Track Signals: The Website currently does not respond to DNT signals due to lack of a universal standard. Users can limit tracking through browser tools, cookie management, or privacy-focused extensions.

The Publication does not knowingly collect information from individuals under 16 years. Parents or guardians can request deletion of inadvertently collected information. Accounts from minors remain blocked until reaching the minimum age.

This Privacy Policy may change to reflect legal, operational, or technological developments. Significant updates appear on the Website for 14 days before taking effect. Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

For inquiries, access requests, or deletion requests, users may contact Lamaane News Network through:

•Email: lamaane@lamaane.net 

•Address: Airport Street, Wadajir District, Benadir Region

• Mogadishu, Somalia 

Responses are provided promptly in accordance with applicable privacy regulations and best practices.