Effective Date: 23rd Feb, 2026
At VerifiedGist.ng, accessible from https://verifiedgist.ng, the privacy of our visitors is one of our main priorities. This Privacy Policy document explains the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us via email
- Fill out a form
- Leave comments
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
We only collect personal data that you willingly provide.
b) Log Files
VerifiedGist.ng follows standard procedures of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time stamp
- Referring/exit pages
- Number of clicks
This data is used for analytics, site administration, and improving user experience. It is not linked to personally identifiable information.
2. Cookies and Web Beacons
VerifiedGist.ng uses cookies to:
- Store visitor preferences
- Understand user behavior
- Improve website performance
- Deliver relevant advertisements
Cookies help us optimize your experience by customizing content based on your browser type and other information.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser settings.
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to serve ads on our website.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads based on:
- Your visits to this website
- Other websites on the internet
These cookies enable Google and its partners to serve personalized ads to users.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
https://www.google.com/settings/ads
Third-party ad servers or networks may also use technologies such as cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons in their advertisements. VerifiedGist.ng has no control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain our website
- Improve content and user experience
- Respond to inquiries and messages
- Send newsletters (if subscribed)
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal identification information to others.
5. Data Protection (NDPR & GDPR Compliance)
We respect data protection laws including:
- Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (for EU visitors)
Users have the right to:
- Request access to their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any site they visit.
7. Children’s Information
VerifiedGist.ng does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that your child has provided personal information on our website, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove such information promptly.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
📧 info@verifiedgist.ng
🌐 https://verifiedgist.ng