Privacy Policy
Last updated: 22 September 2026
1. Who we are
This policy explains how [Site Name] (“we”, “us”) collects, uses and protects personal information when you read our website, subscribe to our newsletter, contact us or send us a story.
By using this website you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please stop using the site.
2. Information we collect
Information you give us. When you fill in a form, such as the contact form, the Publish Your News form or a newsletter sign-up, we collect what you enter. This usually means your name, email address and message, and, if you choose to share them, your phone number, location and any files you upload.
Information collected automatically. When you visit the site, our servers and analytics tools record standard technical information:
- Your IP address and approximate location
- Browser type, device and operating system
- Pages you visit, how long you stay and the page that referred you
- Date and time of your visit
3. How we use your information
We use personal information only for clear, limited purposes:
- To reply to your messages and editorial submissions
- To send the newsletter you signed up for
- To verify facts in stories you send us
- To understand which content readers find useful and improve the site
- To keep the site secure and prevent spam or abuse
- To meet our legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies
Cookies are small files stored in your browser. We use them to keep the site working, remember your preferences and measure how the site is used. Some cookies are set by the third-party services listed below.
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Parts of the site may not work properly if you do.
5. Third-party services
We rely on trusted providers to run the site. They may process your data on our behalf, under their own privacy policies. These can include:
- Analytics, such as Google Analytics, to measure traffic
- Newsletter tools, to store subscribers and send emails
- Embedded content, such as YouTube videos or social media posts, which behaves as if you visited that site directly
- Advertising partners, if ads are shown, which may use cookies to show relevant ads
- Hosting and security providers that store the site and protect it from attacks
6. When we share information
We only share personal information:
- With the service providers above, so they can do their job for us
- When the law requires it, for example in response to a valid legal request from authorities
- To protect our rights, our readers or the public from harm
We never publish your contact details with a story unless you ask us to. We protect the identity of sources who request it.
7. How long we keep it
We keep personal information only as long as we need it for the purpose it was collected. Newsletter details are kept until you unsubscribe. Messages and submissions are kept for as long as needed to handle them and meet any legal requirements, then deleted.
8. Your rights
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and other applicable laws, you can:
- Ask what personal information we hold about you
- Ask us to correct or update inaccurate information
- Ask us to delete your information
- Withdraw your consent at any time, for example by unsubscribing from the newsletter
- Raise a complaint with us, and if unresolved, with the Data Protection Board of India
To make a request, email us at [privacy@yourdomain.com]. We will respond within a reasonable time.
9. Security
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including encrypted connections (HTTPS) and restricted access to our systems. No method of sending or storing data online is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Children
This website is intended for general audiences and is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has sent us personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.
11. Links to other websites
Our articles may link to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices, so please read their policies before sharing any information with them.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be highlighted on the site.
13. Contact us
If you have questions about this policy or how we handle your data, contact us at [privacy@yourdomain.com].