Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

Last Updated: June 2025

OUR WEBSITE TERMS AND HOW WE USE DATA

Swisher Post is an online entertainment and lifestyle news platform operated by I WISH U WUD Publications (Pty) Ltd, registered in South Africa (Registration No. 2019/597681/07).

This policy outlines the terms governing use of our website and how we process personal data in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), updated April 2025.

Terms of Use

All original content on this site is protected under copyright law. You may share our content for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution. Commercial use requires prior written consent. Contact: [email protected].

User Conduct

To ensure safe and lawful use of our website:

  • Do not plagiarise our content.
  • Do not replicate our name, logo, or trademarks without permission.
  • Do not tamper with or bypass website security.
  • Do not upload unauthorised content.
  • Do not reverse-engineer or attempt to access our backend systems.

Editorial Disclaimer

Opinions expressed by our writers, contributors, and advertisers do not necessarily reflect those of Swisher Post or I WISH U WUD Publications (Pty) Ltd.


PRIVACY POLICY

Data We Collect

Automatically Collected (Device Information)

When you visit the site, we automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, time zone, and cookies
  • Page views, referring/exit URLs, interaction logs

Voluntarily Provided (User Information)

When you sign up for our newsletters or push notifications, we collect:

  • Full name, email address, phone number (if provided)

How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Send you news content and alerts
  • Improve your site experience
  • Screen for fraud or abuse
  • Serve relevant ads (via cookies or advertising partners)

Consent for Communication

Per updated POPIA regulations, we do not use pre-checked boxes or implied consent for marketing. You must explicitly opt-in to receive communications.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our communications.

Sharing of Information

We share personal data with:

  • Google Analytics (site analytics)
  • Advertising platforms (targeted marketing)

You can opt out via:

Requests can now be made via email, phone, WhatsApp, SMS, or in person—at no charge.

Data Breach Protocol

In case of a data breach, we will notify the Information Regulator through their online portal and inform affected users promptly, as mandated by law.

Retention & International Transfers

We retain your personal data unless deletion is requested. Note: Data may be transferred to third-party services based in Africa, Europe, or the US.


THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

We are not responsible for content or practices on external sites we link to. Always review the third-party’s privacy policy.

Legal

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, parties agree to resolve the matter through mediation before proceeding to court.

Contact Us

Email: [email protected]


We reserve the right to revise this policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes via on-site banner or newsletter alert.