Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February, 2026
1. Introduction
CarNews KE (“CarNews KE”, “CarNews Digital”, “CN”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard personal data when you visit or interact with our websites, forums, digital magazines, newsletters, social media channels, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).
This Policy is intended to comply with the Data Protection Act, 2019 (Kenya) and regulations issued by the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC).
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
CarNews Digital operates the CarNews KE platform.
Our Services include:
- www.carnews.co.ke
- News articles and editorial content
- Digital magazines and archives
- Video and multimedia content
- Community forums and comments
- Press office and company pages
- Newsletters and subscriptions
- Social media platforms and communications
For purposes of the Data Protection Act, 2019, CarNews Digital acts as the Data Controller of personal data collected through the Services.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
A. Personal Information
Information voluntarily provided by users, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Username
- Profile information
- Phone number (if provided)
- Social media account information
- Newsletter subscription details
B. Technical Information
Automatically collected information may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring websites
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
- Session duration
- Clickstream information
C. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use:
- Essential cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Performance cookies
- Advertising cookies
- Social media cookies
Cookies help improve website functionality and user experience.
Users may manage cookie settings through their browsers.
Please read our Cookie Policy.
D. User-Generated Content
Information users submit may include:
- Forum posts
- Comments
- Reviews
- Images
- Videos
- Event listings
- Messages sent through contact forms
Information voluntarily made public may be visible to other users.
4. How We Collect Information
Information may be collected when you:
- Visit our website;
- Create an account;
- Subscribe to newsletters;
- Participate in forums;
- Post comments;
- Contact us;
- Submit press releases;
- Enter competitions or surveys;
- Interact with social media pages;
- Attend events or webinars.
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
Under the Data Protection Act, 2019, we process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
Consent
Where you voluntarily provide information or subscribe to services.
Performance of a Contract
To provide services requested by users.
Legitimate Interests
To improve our Services, maintain security, and operate our platform.
Legal Obligations
To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
6. How We Use Personal Information
We may use personal data to:
- Operate and maintain the Services;
- Provide newsletters and updates;
- Respond to inquiries;
- Manage user accounts;
- Moderate forums and comments;
- Improve user experience;
- Analyse website traffic;
- Prevent fraud and abuse;
- Ensure security;
- Conduct research and analytics;
- Comply with legal obligations.
7. Email Communications
Users who subscribe to newsletters may receive:
- Automotive news updates;
- Weekly digests;
- Magazine notifications;
- Event announcements;
- Promotional content;
- Partner content (where applicable).
Users may unsubscribe at any time through the unsubscribe link provided in emails.
8. Advertising and Analytics
We may use third-party services including:
- Google Analytics;
- Google Search Console;
- Advertising networks;
- Social media platforms;
- Affiliate marketing services.
These providers may collect information through cookies and similar technologies.
CarNews KE does not control third-party privacy practices and encourages users to review their respective privacy policies.
9. Sharing Personal Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share data with:
Service Providers
Including:
- Website hosting providers;
- Analytics providers;
- Email service providers;
- Cloud storage providers;
- Security providers.
Legal Authorities
Where required by law, court order, or lawful requests from competent authorities.
Business Transfers
In the event of restructuring, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Consent-Based Sharing
Where users expressly authorise disclosure.
10. International Transfers
Some service providers may process information outside Kenya.
Where international transfers occur, CarNews KE will take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable laws.
11. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from:
- Unauthorized access;
- Loss;
- Misuse;
- Alteration;
- Disclosure;
- Destruction.
However, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure.
Users provide information at their own risk.
12. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfil the purposes described in this Policy;
- Comply with legal obligations;
- Resolve disputes;
- Enforce our agreements.
Forum posts and publicly published content may remain archived unless removal is legally required or approved by CarNews KE.
13. Children’s Privacy
The Services are not directed at children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate legal authorisation.
Parents or guardians who believe information has been collected from a child may contact us for review and deletion where appropriate.
14. Your Rights Under the Data Protection Act, 2019
Subject to applicable law, users may have the right to:
Access Personal Data
Request a copy of personal information held by CarNews KE.
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Erasure
Request deletion of personal data where legally permissible.
Object to Processing
Object to certain forms of processing.
Restrict Processing
Request limitations on how data is processed.
Data Portability
Request transfer of information in a structured format where applicable.
Withdraw Consent
Withdraw previously granted consent without affecting prior lawful processing.
Lodge Complaints
Submit complaints to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC).
15. User Accounts and Public Content
Information posted publicly, including:
- Forum discussions;
- Comments;
- Reviews;
- User profiles;
may remain visible even after account closure, unless removal is required by law or approved by CarNews KE.
Users are responsible for information they choose to publish publicly.
16. Community Forums
Forum discussions are public by nature.
Users should avoid publishing:
- National identification numbers;
- Passport numbers;
- Banking information;
- Passwords;
- Sensitive personal information;
- Private addresses.
CarNews KE reserves the right to remove content that violates privacy rights or applicable laws.
17. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites.
CarNews KE is not responsible for:
- Their content;
- Security practices;
- Privacy policies;
- Availability.
Users access external websites at their own risk.
18. Data Breaches
In the event of a personal data breach that presents a risk to users’ rights and freedoms, CarNews KE shall take appropriate action, which may include:
- Investigating the breach;
- Containing the incident;
- Notifying affected individuals where required;
- Reporting to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner where required by law.
19. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes become effective upon publication unless otherwise stated.
Users are encouraged to review this Policy periodically.
20. Contact Us
CarNews Digital (CarNews KE)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Email: info@carnews.co.ke
Website: www.carnews.co.ke
For privacy-related enquiries, data access requests, corrections, or complaints, contact us using the details above.
21. Consent
By accessing or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with applicable laws and this Policy.