Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: August 26, 2025
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Device information (device type, operating system)
- Usage statistics and analytics data
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information You Provide
- Contact information when you reach out to us
- Comments and feedback on blog posts
- Any information you voluntarily submit through contact forms
How We Use Your Information
Website Improvement
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve user experience and content
- Optimize website performance
Communication
- Respond to your inquiries and comments
- Send updates about new content (if requested)
- Provide technical support when needed
Third-Party Services
Services We Use
For website analytics and traffic monitoring
For blog comments and user engagement
For website hosting and content delivery
For user preferences and analytics
These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies. Please review their policies for more information.
Data Protection
Security Measures
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information
Data Retention
- Analytics data: Retained according to Google Analytics policy
- Contact information: Kept only as long as necessary
- Comments: Stored according to Disqus policy
Privacy Policies for My Projects
Each of my projects may have specific privacy considerations. Below are the privacy policies for individual projects:
ZimCharades
A fun word guessing game featuring Zimbabwean culture
Data Collection:
- Game scores and progress (stored locally)
- Basic usage analytics (anonymized)
- No personal information required
Data Usage:
- Improve game mechanics and content
- Track popular categories and words
- Performance optimization
ZIMSA
Zimbabwe Medical Students Association website
Data Collection:
- Member registration information
- Event participation data
- Contact forms and inquiries
Data Usage:
- Member communication and updates
- Event organization and management
- Educational content delivery
Storybase
African-focused short stories and book reading app
Data Collection:
- User accounts and preferences
- Reading progress and bookmarks
- Comments and ratings
Data Usage:
- Personalized reading recommendations
- Content curation and improvement
- Community features and engagement
MedBase
Medical database and learning platform
Data Collection:
- User accounts and academic progress
- Study materials and notes
- Performance analytics
Data Usage:
- Personalized learning paths
- Academic performance tracking
- Educational content optimization
Special Considerations:
- HIPAA compliance for medical data
- Encrypted storage of sensitive information
- Limited access to academic records
General Privacy Principles for All Projects
We only collect data that is necessary for the project's functionality
User data is never sold or shared with third parties
Users can request data deletion or modification at any time
Many projects are open source for transparency
Project-Specific Privacy Questions?
For questions about privacy practices for a specific project, please contact us at tanaka@tanakamawere.co.zw with the project name in the subject line.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Cookies Policy
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies we use:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Basic website functionality | Session |
| Analytics | Website traffic analysis | 2 years |
| Preferences | Remember your settings (theme, etc.) | 1 year |
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us:
tanaka@tanakamawere.co.zw
tanakamawere.co.zw
Policy Updates
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- Notify users of significant changes through the website
- Maintain previous versions for reference when possible
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.