Privacy Policy
Last updated: 18 November 2025
Introduction:
Khate-nakhost is an independent online news agency based in Afghanistan. We publish daily news videos, documentary reports, and editorial coverage about events in western Afghanistan and beyond. We operate in line with Afghan media laws and professional journalistic standards. We respect our audiences and take responsibility for the content we publish and for how we handle information shared with us.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit our website or contact us.
1. Information we collect
Information you provide directly
When you contact us (for example by email), send news tips, submit story ideas, or share files, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, message text, and any documents, photos, or videos you attach.
If you provide sensitive information (for example related to security, political matters, or personal safety), we will treat it with special care in line with our editorial responsibilities. Please consider your personal safety when sharing sensitive material and contact us first if you need secure channels.
Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, we and our service providers may collect technical information automatically, including IP address, browser and device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring links. This data is collected using standard web technologies (server logs, cookies, analytics tools) and helps us understand site use, improve performance and security, and protect the site from abuse.
Children
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided personal data without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.
2. How we use information
We use information for purposes including, but not limited to:
- Responding to messages, news tips, and collaboration requests.
- Reviewing and investigating news leads and materials you send.
- Operating, maintaining, and improving our website and services.
- Detecting and preventing abuse, fraud, or security incidents.
- Producing anonymised statistics about audience and content performance.
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
3. Sharing and disclosure
We may share information when necessary and appropriate:
- Within our editorial and production teams for news gathering, verification, and publication.
- With trusted service providers (for hosting, analytics, or other technical services) who process data on our behalf under confidentiality and security obligations.
- If required by Afghan law or a competent authority, or to protect the safety and rights of individuals.
- In aggregated or anonymised form for reporting and analytics that does not identify you personally.
We will not share your personal data with third parties for their independent marketing use without your consent.
4. Data storage and retention
We store and process data on secure systems and take reasonable measures to protect it. We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for journalistic archival reasons. Records relevant to important reporting or investigations may be kept as part of our editorial archive.
5. Security and sensitive submissions
We take practical steps to protect data against unauthorised access and misuse. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. If you intend to share sensitive information, contact us first at info@khatenakhostmedia.com so we can discuss safer transmission options (for example encrypted channels).
6. Cookies and analytics
Our site uses cookies and similar technologies to provide a better browsing experience, remember preferences, and gather anonymous usage data. You can control or delete cookies via your browser settings; please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality. Third-party analytics providers may process anonymised or aggregated usage data on our behalf.
7. Your rights
Subject to applicable law and our editorial obligations, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data (where appropriate and where it does not conflict with our journalistic or legal obligations).
To exercise these rights or ask questions about how we handle personal data, contact us at info@khatenakhostmedia.com. We will respond and handle requests in accordance with applicable laws and our editorial responsibilities.
8. Links to other sites
Our site may link to third-party websites or platforms (including social networks and video platforms). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as our services or legal obligations change. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated date. Please review this page periodically to stay informed.
10. Contact
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, email us at: info@khatenakhostmedia.com