Privacy Policy

Kenyasport.ke (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling any personal data we collect in line with Kenya’s Data Protection Act, 2019 and relevant international privacy standards. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website, how we use and protect that information, and your rights.

Kenyasport.ke (the “Site”) is a Kenyan-focused sports news and analytics website. You do not need to create an account or provide personal information to read our content. At this time, we do not offer user accounts, comments, contact forms, or newsletter sign-ups. If we add these features in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly.

By using Kenyasport.ke, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Where processing of personal data requires consent under applicable law, we will request such consent separately..

Data Controller – Kenyasport Information We Collect

1) Information you provide to us

We do not require you to provide personal data (such as your name, phone number, or email address) to use the Site.

If you choose to contact us directly (for example, by email), we will receive the information you include in your message (such as your email address, name, and the content of your request). We will use this information only to respond to you and handle your inquiry.

2) Information collected automatically (usage and technical data)

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect general technical and usage data, such as:

• IP address (or a shortened/anonymized version where possible)
• device type, operating system, and browser type
• pages visited and time spent on pages
• approximate location (for example, country/city level inferred from IP address)
• referral source (e.g., whether you arrived via a search engine or another website)

This information is typically collected through cookies, server logs, and analytics tools and is used to operate, maintain, and improve the Site. This information is used for security, operational, and analytical purposes and is not used by us for profiling or direct marketing..

3) Sensitive information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (for example, health data, biometric data, religious beliefs, or political opinions).

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies primarily for analytics and basic website functionality. A cookie is a small file stored on your device that helps a website remember information about your visit.

Where the use of cookies or analytics involves the processing of personal data, we will obtain your consent in accordance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019

Analytics (including possible Google Analytics use)

We may use analytics tools (and may use Google Analytics in the future) to understand how visitors use the Site. These tools help us measure traffic and improve content and performance. Analytics data generally includes aggregated information such as page views, session duration, and general device/browser information.

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising and we do not use Google AdSense or external ad tracking networks at this time.

Your cookie choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can choose to block or delete cookies, but some parts of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

For more detail about cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use the limited data we collect to:

• operate and maintain the Site (performance, stability, and security)
• understand how users interact with our content and improve the user experience
• detect, prevent, and address technical issues, abuse, and security threats
• respond to messages or inquiries if you contact us
• comply with legal obligations where required

We do not use your data for profiling that produces legal or significant effects, and we do not use your data for direct marketing at this time.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your personal data with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

We may share limited information only in these situations:

• Service providers: We may use trusted vendors (such as hosting providers or analytics providers) to help operate the Site. These providers process information only on our behalf and under our instructions.
• Legal and safety reasons: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or legal process, or if necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of the Site, our users, or others.
• Business changes: If the Site is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction. If that happens, we will take steps to ensure your information remains protected and provide notice as required.

Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure. While we work hard to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We keep information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to operate the Site, maintain security, and comply with legal requirements.

• Technical logs and analytics data are retained for a limited period and may be aggregated or anonymized over time.
• If you contact us by email, we retain your message for as long as needed to respond and maintain records, then we may archive or delete it based on our retention practices.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

• the right to access the personal data we hold about you
• the right to correct inaccurate data
• the right to request deletion of your data in certain cases
• the right to object to certain processing activities
• the right to lodge a complaint with Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) in Kenya

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

Children’s Privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and does not target children specifically. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent, where required by law. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

International Visitors

Kenyasport.ke is focused on users in Kenya, but it may be accessed from other countries. If you access the Site from outside Kenya, your information may be processed in Kenya or in other locations where our service providers operate, subject to applicable safeguards.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will post the updated version on this page and update the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted indicates acknowledgment of the updated Privacy Policy. Where changes require consent under applicable law, we will seek such consent separately

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data, contact us:

• Email: [email protected]

Address: Delta Corner Annex, Ring Rd Westlands Ln, Nairobi, Kenya