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1. Introduction

Sidama Halale is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and subscribe to our newsletter.

2. Information We Collect

When you subscribe, we collect:

• Full Name — to personalize communications
• Email Address — to send newsletters and updates
• Interests — your preferences (Calendar, Articles, Books)

Automatically collected:

• Browser type and IP address
• Pages visited, time spent, links clicked
• Cookies and analytics data (Google Analytics)

We do NOT collect: payment information, sensitive personal data, location data, or medical information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to send newsletters, send confirmation emails, improve website content, analyze traffic, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

We do NOT sell your information to third parties, share your email with advertisers, or use your data for marketing beyond our newsletter.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission (SSL), secure Firebase authentication, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request corrections
• Delete your account
• Opt out of emails
• Export your data

6. Cookies

We use cookies for session management, analytics (Google Analytics), and user preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.

7. Third-Party Services

We use Firebase (data storage), Google Analytics (traffic analysis), and email service providers. These services have their own privacy policies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date will reflect any changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: jehovah33@gmail.com

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Sidama Halale ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

2. Use of the Website

Permitted Use:

• Access and view content for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Share articles on social media with proper attribution

Prohibited Use:

• Scraping, copying, or republishing content without permission
• Uploading malicious code or viruses
• Impersonating others or providing false information
• Using the website for illegal purposes

3. Intellectual Property

All content on Sidama Halale, including articles, images, logos, and calendar data, is the property of Sidama Halale or its content creators. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify content without written permission.

4. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and publish your content. You are responsible for the accuracy and legality of any content you submit.

5. Newsletter Subscription

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive periodic emails. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from viruses. Calendar dates and cultural information are for reference purposes only.

7. Limitation of Liability

Sidama Halale shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website. This includes but is not limited to loss of data, revenue, or profits.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Amazon, Addis Standard). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.

9. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at our discretion, without notice, for violations of these terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which Sidama Halale operates. Any disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of that jurisdiction.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: jehovah33@gmail.com