1. Purpose of This Policy
This policy explains how JournalistScandal.com complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) in relation to the collection, processing, storage and protection of personal data.
We are committed to: Lawful and fair data processing, Protection of whistleblowers and sources, Data minimisation and security, Transparency and accountability.
For the purposes of GDPR:
Data Controller: JournalistScandal.com
Operating Entity: Jatiya.org
Contact Email: news@journalistscandal.com
JournalistScandal.com processes personal data only when at least one lawful basis applies: Public interest journalism and freedom of expression. Consent, where explicitly provided. Legal obligation, where required by law Legitimate interest, limited to platform security, abuse prevention and editorial integrity. Special protection is applied under Article 85 GDPR (Freedom of Expression and Information).
Depending on user interaction, we may process: Optional contact details (email, name – only if provided) Whistleblower submissions and supporting evidence. Technical data (IP address, browser type – temporary and security-only) Responses or statements from individuals named in reports. We do not require real names for submissions.
Sensitive data (e.g. political views, health data) is processed only when: It is directly relevant to public-interest reporting. Publication is ethically justified. Data is handled with strict safeguards and redaction where necessary
We: Collect only the minimum data necessary. Use data solely for investigative journalism, verification and accountability. Do not use data for marketing, profiling or advertising. Data is never repurposed beyond its original lawful purpose.
In line with GDPR principles and press-freedom standards: Anonymous submissions are fully supported. No system is designed to identify anonymous users. Identifying metadata is minimised or removed where possible. Editorial access to sensitive data is strictly limited. Source protection overrides all non-essential data retention.
We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures, including: Secure servers and access controls. Encryption where appropriate. Restricted editorial access. Regular security review.
Retention:
Data is retained only for as long as necessary for: Public-interest reporting. Legal defence or compliance. Historical and journalistic archiving. Data is securely deleted when no longer required.
Where applicable and without undermining journalistic freedom, data subjects may exercise the right to: Access their personal data. Request correction of inaccurate data. Request erasure (right to be forgotten).Restrict processing. Object to processing
⚠️ Note:
These rights may be limited under Article 85 GDPR where restriction is necessary to protect: Freedom of expression. Investigative journalism. Public interest
Individuals named in reports have the right to: Submit a response. Provide counter-evidence. Request factual correction. Verified corrections or responses are published transparently.
JournalistScandal.com:
Does not sell or trade personal data. Does not share data with advertisers or political entities. Data may be disclosed only: With explicit consent,Under lawful court order. To prevent imminent harm. No data is transferred internationally without appropriate safeguards.
JournalistScandal.com does not use automated decision-making or profiling under Article 22 GDPR.
All editorial decisions involve human review.
Users may raise concerns directly with us:
📧 Email: newsr@journalistscandal.com
Where applicable, users may also lodge a complaint with a relevant EU Data Protection Authority.
This GDPR Policy may be updated to reflect legal or operational changes.
All updates will be published on the website and take effect immediately.
Privacy protects truth-tellers.
Data protection safeguards democracy.
Journalism serves the public—not power.