Introduction
MediaChannel is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit our site, how we use it, and what rights you have. We keep things as simple and transparent as possible. This policy was last updated on June 3, 2026.
Information we collect
We collect two broad categories of information:
- Usage data: When you browse MediaChannel, our analytics tools automatically record data such as the pages you visit, the time you spend on them, your approximate location (country or city level), your device type, and the browser you use. This data does not identify you personally.
- Contact data: If you choose to email us, we receive your email address and the contents of your message. We only use this information to respond to your enquiry.
How we use your information
We use usage data solely to understand how our content is performing and to improve the reader experience across our sports, business, life, and technology sections. We do not use your data to build advertising profiles or sell targeted advertising. Contact data is used only to handle your enquiry and is not added to any mailing list without your explicit consent.
Analytics
MediaChannel uses a privacy-focused analytics service to measure site traffic. The analytics tool we use is configured to anonymise IP addresses and does not track you across other websites. No personal identifiers are stored in our analytics records.
Cookies
We use a small number of cookies to keep the site functioning and to gather anonymous analytics data. For full details, please see our cookies policy, which is linked in the site footer.
Data sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties. We may share anonymised, aggregated usage statistics for editorial or research purposes. Our analytics provider processes usage data on our behalf and is bound by its own privacy obligations.
Data retention
Analytics data is retained for a rolling 26-month period, after which it is automatically deleted. Emails you send us are retained only as long as necessary to resolve your enquiry, and are deleted when no longer needed.
Your rights
You have the right to ask us what personal data we hold about you, to request that we correct or delete it, and to object to certain types of processing. Because we collect very limited personal data, most requests can be resolved quickly and simply.
Children's privacy
MediaChannel is a general-interest news publication and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Contact for privacy questions
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us via the contact page linked in the site footer. We will do our best to respond promptly and clearly.