Last updated: 02/02/2026
Journalism Hope (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website journalismhope.com (the “Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that personal data is handled lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information when you visit our Website or communicate with us.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may choose to provide personal information when you:
- Contact us by email
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Submit feedback, corrections, or news tips
- Make editorial, media, or commercial enquiries
This information may include your name, email address, and any additional details you voluntarily provide.
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you access our Website, certain data may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Website
- Referring websites or links
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
This information helps us analyse traffic, improve performance, and enhance user experience.
2. How We Use Personal Information
We may use your information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Website
- Respond to enquiries, tips, and correction requests
- Send newsletters where you have opted in
- Monitor site performance and user engagement
- Protect against fraud, abuse, or security risks
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (UK & EU Users)
Where the UK GDPR or EU GDPR applies, we rely on the following legal bases:
- Consent – where you have chosen to receive communications
- Legitimate Interests – for operating the Website, publishing journalism, and improving services
- Legal Obligation – where processing is required by law
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable essential website functionality
- Analyse visitor behaviour and traffic trends
- Improve performance and content delivery
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Website.
(Where applicable, additional details may be provided in a separate Cookie Policy.)
5. Sharing of Information
We may share limited personal data with trusted third-party service providers, including:
- Website hosting and infrastructure providers
- Analytics and performance services
- Email distribution platforms
All service providers are required to handle personal data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. International Data Transfers
As Journalism Hope is accessible globally, personal data may be processed outside the United Kingdom. Where such transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure adequate data protection standards.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.
8. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority
UK residents may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if they believe their data protection rights have been infringed.
To exercise your rights, please use the contact details below.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Website may include links to external websites. Journalism Hope is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage users to review external privacy policies independently.
11. Children’s Privacy
Journalism Hope does not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be published on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be amended accordingly.
13. Contact Information
For questions or requests relating to this Privacy Policy, please contact:
General enquiries: contact@journalismhope.com
Editorial & media enquiries: media@journalismhope.com
Corrections: corrections@journalismhope.com
Confidential tips: tips@journalismhope.com
Journalism Hope
Website: https://journalismhope.com