Effective Date: 03/05/2025
Last Updated: 03/05/2025
CxOTrail, operated by SHAHPER Media Ltd (Registered in England & Wales, Company No. 15538366), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, subscribe to our content, or interact with us.
CxOTrail is a digital content platform focused on cybersecurity, AI, and digital transformation across Africa. It is owned and managed by SHAHPER Media Ltd, based in Reading, United Kingdom.
- Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Information You Provide:
Name, email address, and contact details (e.g. when you subscribe or contact us)
Company name and job title (if submitted for forms, interviews, or partnerships)
Any content you submit to us (e.g. contributions, comments)
Information Collected Automatically:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages visited, time spent on site, and referral source
Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6)
- How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to inquiries and requests
Send newsletters, updates, or promotional content (with your consent)
Improve our content, features, and user experience
Analyze website traffic and performance
Manage events, partnerships, and contributor relations
- How We Store and Protect Data
We store data securely using third-party hosting and analytics services. We apply industry-standard security measures, including encryption, secure access, and data minimization. - Sharing of Data
We do not sell or rent your data.
We may share your data with:
Trusted service providers (e.g. email marketing, analytics, CMS platforms)
Partners or sponsors only when relevant, and only with your consent
Law enforcement or legal bodies, if required by law
- International Data Transfers
As a platform serving the UK, Middle East, and Africa, your information may be transferred outside your country of residence. We take necessary steps to ensure data protection compliance across borders, particularly under GDPR for EU/UK residents. - Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
Analyze traffic (e.g. Google Analytics)
Save your preferences
Enable embedded media (e.g. YouTube, podcast players)
You can disable cookies via your browser settings. - Email & Communication
We only send email communications (e.g., newsletters, event updates) if:
You have opted in, OR
You have a legitimate interest in our updates (e.g., contributor, partner)
OR Your email address is publically available as per GDPR
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the email footer. - Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., UK, EU, or other), you may have the right to:
Access your data
Correct or delete your data
Withdraw consent
Object to processing
Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at: editorial@cxotrail.com
- Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies. - Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. - Contact Us
For questions or privacy-related concerns, contact:
editorial@cxotrail.com