This Privacy Policy was Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Yoruba Sayings (“we”, “our”, “the website”, or “the platform”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information with transparency and respect. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data in accordance with UK GDPR, EU GDPR, US state privacy laws (including CCPA/CPRA), and other applicable global regulations.
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. The Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may provide personal information when you:
- Subscribe to email updates
- Contact us directly via email or forms
- Leave comments on posts (if enabled)
This information may include:
- Name (optional)
- Email address
- Any details you include in message fields
We do not request sensitive personal data.
1.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit Yoruba Sayings, we automatically collect certain technical data:
- IP address (anonymized where required by law)
- Browser type & version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring websites
- General location (country-level)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
This data helps us understand site performance, improve user experience, and maintain security.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for:
- Functionality (audio playback, site preferences)
- Analytics (Google Analytics, privacy-friendly configuration)
- Advertising (Google AdSense, if activated)
- Affiliate tracking (when you click affiliate links)
You may manage or disable cookies via your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
Under UK/EU GDPR, cookies requiring consent will not run until you approve them.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used for purposes such as:
- Delivering site content and features
- Improving site performance and user experience
- Sending email updates you subscribe to
- Analyzing aggregated visitor behaviour
- Detecting or preventing security threats
- Complying with legal obligations
- Supporting advertising, affiliate links, and monetization services
We do not sell personal data, and never will.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (UK & EU GDPR)
We process your data under the following legal bases:
- Consent – for email subscriptions, cookies requiring opt-in, and certain analytics.
- Legitimate Interests – ensuring website functionality, preventing abuse, and improving services.
- Legal Obligation – keeping records where required by law.
- Contractual Necessity – responding to messages you send us.
4. Advertising & Monetization Data
Yoruba Sayings may use third-party services that process pseudonymous data:
4.1 Google AdSense (if activated)
AdSense may use:
- Cookies
- Web beacons
- Interest-based advertising
- Contextual ad targeting
Google may collect:
- IP address
- User-agent details
- Cookie identifiers
- Browsing behaviour on this and other sites
You may opt out of personalized ads via:
https://www.google.com/settings/ads
AdSense operates under strict privacy and transparency rules, including GDPR and CCPA compliance.
4.2 Affiliate Marketing
Some links on Yoruba Sayings may be affiliate links.
Affiliate partners may track:
- That you clicked a link
- Whether a purchase was made on their site
No personal data is shared by us; affiliates track their own platforms using their own policies.
4.3 Embedded Media (Audio, etc.)
If we embed audio from WordPress, SoundCloud, Internet Archive, or other platforms, those services may collect analytics about your interaction with the media.
Each embedded service follows its own privacy rules.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share limited information only with:
- Service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
- Advertising networks (for contextual or personalized ads)
- Security vendors (to prevent threats or abuse)
- Legal authorities, when required by law
All partners are expected to comply with GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy practices.
6. International Data Transfers
Because we operate globally and use international service providers (such as Google, hosting providers, and email services), your data may be processed outside your country.
We ensure compliance through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions under UK/EU law
- Recognized safeguards under US and global frameworks
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:
- Delivering services
- Fulfilling legal obligations
- Maintaining platform security
Email subscribers may unsubscribe at any time.
Comments (if enabled) remain public unless removed.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including:
Under UK/EU GDPR
- Right to access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
- Right to withdraw consent
Under CCPA/CPRA (California Users)
- Right to know what data is collected
- Right to request deletion
- Right to opt out of sale/sharing
- Right to non-discrimination
Global Users
We extend similar rights to all users wherever technically feasible.
To exercise your rights, email us at:
info@yorubasayings.com
9. Children’s Privacy
Yoruba Sayings does not knowingly collect data from children under 13 years (US COPPA), or under 16 years (EU/UK GDPR) without parental consent.
If you believe a child has submitted data to us, contact us, and we will remove it promptly.
10. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security practices, including:
- SSL encryption
- Firewalls
- Malware scanning
- Access control on databases
- Monitoring for suspicious activity
No system is 100% secure, but we take all reasonable measures to protect your information.
11. External Links
Our website may link to external sites (including affiliates, educational resources, and audio platforms).
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.
Please review their policies independently.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Legal changes
- New technologies
- New features or services
The updated version will always be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests regarding your privacy, contact:
📧 info@yorubasayings.com
We will respond within the legally required timeframe.