Privacy Policy — Impilo Digital Magazine

Impilo Digital Magazine is operated by Impilo Digital Media Group (IDMG). We respect your privacy and are committed to responsible data use in line with POPIA, GDPR, and best practices.

Information We Collect

We may collect non-sensitive user information including:

• Device details (operating system, browser type, screen size)
• Interaction data (pages visited, clicks, session duration)
• Cookies used for essential site functionality, analytics, and advertising

Cookies and Advertising

We use third-party advertising services such as Google AdSense. Cookies may be used to display relevant ads, measure ad performance, and analyze audience behavior. We do not store sensitive personal information, sell data, or track political/health/illegal activity.

You have the right to opt out of personalized ads using Google Ads settings or AdChoices.

User Geolocation

With your consent, Impilo Digital Magazine may collect approximate geolocation information to enhance user experience, tailor content, and improve site functionality. We do not share precise addresses with advertisers.

Data Retention

We retain non-sensitive engagement data for as long as needed to provide services and analyze audience behavior. Data retention periods:

• Analytics & anonymized behavioral data: up to 14 months
• Cookie consent preferences: 12 months
• Server logs & device metadata: 6–12 months for debugging and security

After retention periods, data is anonymized or securely deleted. No personal addresses, health, political, or illegal activity data is retained.

Your Rights

• Disable cookies in your browser at any time
• Opt out of personalized ads via Google Ads or AdChoices
• Request clarification or deletion of stored data through our contact page

Data Protection

We use industry-standard measures to safeguard user data but cannot control third-party cookie behavior. Ads are served by trusted networks and comply with privacy standards.

Contact Us

For privacy inquiries or to request data clarification, contact us at:privacy@impilomag.co.za