Effective Date: 11 July 2025
Last Updated: 12 July 2025
MK2ONE NEWS, operated under MK2ONE STUDIOS, is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at http://news.mk2onestudios.co.za.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
Our website address is: http://news.mk2onestudios.co.za. This site is operated by MK2ONE STUDIOS, a media company based in South Africa.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (a hash) may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available at: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval, your profile picture may be visible to the public next to your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, please avoid uploading images that contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website can download and extract location data from these images.
Cookies
If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your name, email address, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies last for one year.
If you visit our login page, a temporary cookie will determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when the browser is closed.
When you log in, several cookies are set to save login information and screen preferences. Login cookies last two days, and screen option cookies last one year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login will persist for two weeks. Upon logout, login cookies are removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. It contains no personal data and simply shows the post ID of the edited article. It expires after one day.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if the visitor has visited that website.
These third-party websites may collect data, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content — especially if you are logged in to their services. We do not control or take responsibility for the privacy policies of third-party websites.
Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email for security verification purposes. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
How Long We Retain Your Data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This allows us to recognize and approve follow-up comments automatically.
If you register on the site (if applicable), we store the personal information provided in your user profile. You can view, edit, or delete your information at any time (except for your username). Website administrators can also access and edit this data.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including data you have provided. You can also request the erasure of your personal data, except where we are required to retain it for legal, administrative, or security reasons.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service, such as Akismet or other tools, to ensure site safety.
Legal Disclaimer
MK2ONE NEWS is not responsible for any damages (direct, incidental, or consequential) that may arise from the use of or inability to use this website. By using this website, you agree to assume all risks associated with your activity.
We do not guarantee that the website will be free of errors, interruptions, or vulnerabilities. Content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional or legal advice.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time without notice. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this policy or your data, please contact us at:
📧 Email: info@mk2onestudios.co.za
🌐 Website: https://www.mk2onestudios.co.za