PRIVACY POLICY

Nigerian Television Authority (NTA)

Effective Date: 2029/02/26

1. Introduction

The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) operates a digital media platform that provides access to news articles, online radio streaming, live television channels, and TV replay services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when users access our website and digital streaming services.

By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information when you:

Subscribe to newsletters
Create an account (if applicable)
Submit comments or feedback
Contact us through forms
Participate in surveys or promotions

This may include:

Name
Email address
Phone number
User account credentials

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Device type and operating system
Browser type
Location data (approximate)
Streaming session data
Pages visited and time spent
Referring URLs
Cookies and tracking identifiers

2.3 Streaming & Media Usage Data

To ensure quality service for:

Live TV streaming
Radio streaming
Video-on-demand (Replay TV)

We may collect:

Viewing history
Listening duration
Buffering statistics
Content preferences
Playback errors

This data helps improve streaming quality and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

Deliver live TV, radio, and replay services
Provide access to articles and media content
Improve streaming performance and website functionality
Personalize content recommendations
Send service updates and newsletters
Monitor platform performance and security
Prevent fraud or misuse
Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Maintain user sessions
Analyze traffic and engagement
Improve user experience
Support advertising (if applicable)

Users may disable cookies in their browser settings; however, certain features (such as streaming or login functionality) may be affected.

5. Advertising and Third-Party Services

Our platform may display advertisements or use third-party services for:

Video hosting
Streaming infrastructure
Analytics
Ad networks

These third parties may use their own cookies or tracking technologies in accordance with their privacy policies.

NTA does not sell personal data to third parties.

6. Data Sharing

We may share data with:

Technology service providers (hosting, CDN, streaming providers)
Analytics partners
Advertising partners (if applicable)
Government authorities when legally required

All partners are required to implement appropriate data protection measures.

7. Data Security

NTA implements appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect data from:

Unauthorized access
Loss
Alteration
Misuse

However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:

Provide media services
Fulfill legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Improve service analytics

Streaming logs and technical data may be retained for operational and security purposes.

9. User Rights

Depending on applicable laws, users may have the right to:

Access their personal data
Request correction
Request deletion
Object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent

Requests can be submitted through the contact information below.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

11. International Users

As our streaming services may be accessible globally, data may be processed outside Nigeria. Appropriate safeguards will be implemented where required.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

NTA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

For privacy inquiries:

Nigerian Television Authority (NTA)

Head Office: Abuja, Nigeria

Email: nta@nta.ng

Website: www.nta.ng

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