Last Updated: 29/11/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Western Sahara Resources Plunder. We are deeply committed to protecting the privacy and security of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, [Your Website URL].
Our mission is to provide evidence-based reporting and advocacy tools concerning the plunder of resources in Western Sahara. Your trust is essential to this mission. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Information You Provide Voluntarily:
- Contact Forms: When you contact us through our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message in order to respond to your inquiry.
- Newsletter/Action Alerts: If you subscribe to our alerts, we collect your email address to send you updates and calls to action. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.
- Information Collected Automatically:
- Analytics Data: Like most websites, we use analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics, Plausible) to understand how our visitors use the site. This data is typically anonymized and may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
- Cookies: Cookies are small data files stored on your browser. We use them for essential website functionality and to gather analytics data. You can control or refuse cookies through your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain our website.
- To respond to your questions, comments, and requests.
- To send you newsletters or action alerts, if you have subscribed.
- To analyze website traffic and improve our content and strategy.
- To protect the security and integrity of our website.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as website hosting or email delivery. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal process, such as a court order or subpoena.
5. Data Security
We implement a range of security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Your Data Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [privacy@yourdomain.com].
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content or practices of any third-party sites.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [Your Privacy Email Address].
2. Contact Page Content
This page is designed to manage expectations, filter inquiries, and guide users to the right place.
Contact Us
Thank you for your interest in our work to expose the resource plunder in Western Sahara. We welcome inquiries from journalists, researchers, activists, and concerned citizens.
Before you write, please consider the following:
- For evidence, data, and reports: Please explore our Evidence and Maps & Data sections first, as your question may already be answered there.
- To get involved: Our Take Action page provides concrete steps you can take to help the cause.
General Inquiries & Feedback
For general questions, feedback, or to report a technical issue with the site, please use the form below. We read every message and will do our best to respond in a timely manner.
(Here you would embed your contact form with these fields: Name, Email, Subject, Message)
Beneath the form, add a small privacy note:
By submitting this form, you acknowledge that your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Media & Secure Inquiries
- For Media Professionals: For press inquiries, interview requests, or data verification, please contact us directly at:
media@yourdomain.com - For Secure Submissions: If you have sensitive information, documents, or tips you wish to share securely, we recommend contacting us via our secure email address. Please do not send sensitive material through the general contact form.
secure@yourdomain.com
(Optional: For added security, you can mention a PGP key or a Signal number here if you have one.)
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