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Privacy Policy

GujaratSamachar.com (“site”, “website”) provides various services including websites, apps, newsletters, and content delivery via any mobile or internet connected device (collectively referred to as the "Services"). This Privacy Policy outlines how the Company processes information collected from or provided by users.

This Privacy Policy is an integral part of the Terms of Use governing the Services. If a capitalised term used in this Policy is undefined, it will have the same meaning as attributed to it in the Terms of Use. The Company values the privacy of its users and is committed to safeguarding it in all aspects.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and want to explain how we collect, use, and share your information. By using our website, you consent to our privacy policy as described below.

1. Information We Collect:

We collect information that you provide to us when you use our website, such as your name, email address, phone number and any other information you choose to share with us. We also collect information about your browsing habits and usage of our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages you visit.

The information supplied by the users also includes registration data, subscription or any paid service data using a transaction method, information tracked while navigating through the website, cookies and similar technologies, Log file information about your system, information collected from third-party sources, advertisement and purchase information.

2. Use of Information:

We use your information to provide you with a better user experience on our website, such as personalising content and improving site performance. We may also use your information to communicate with you, such as by sending newsletters or responding to your inquiries.

We will retain Information for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless the law requires or permits a longer retention period.

Our retention periods are determined by various criteria, including:

- The duration of our ongoing relationship with you and the provision of Services to you (such as, for as long as you continue to use the Services).

- Any legal obligations to which we are bound (such as, certain laws that require us to keep records of your transactions for a specific period of time before they can be deleted).

- Whether retention is advisable based on our legal position (such as, to comply with statutes of limitations, litigation, or regulatory investigations).

3. Sharing of Information:

We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us to operate our website, such as hosting or analytics providers. We may also share your information if required by law or to protect our rights or property.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing habits and to improve your user experience on our website. You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our cookie policy.

5. Security:

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorised access or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us.

The Company employs reasonable measures to ensure the security of the personal information you provide, storing it on secure servers with limited access. Administrative, technical, personnel, and physical safeguards are implemented to protect against unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, loss, or theft of personal information and to maintain its integrity.

Access to personal information is limited to those with a genuine business need to access it. Recipients of personal information are required to process it according to our instructions and in compliance with this Privacy Policy and other appropriate confidentiality and security measures.

In the event of a suspected data security breach, we have established procedures to address it, including notifying you and applicable regulators if required by law. However, while our security measures are effective, no security system is impenetrable. The security of our database cannot be guaranteed, and any information transmitted over the Internet is done so at your own risk. Any information you post in discussion areas is publicly accessible.

The Website may include links to partner networks, advertisers, and affiliates, each with their own privacy policies and terms of use. We accept no responsibility or liability for these policies and terms of use. Please review them before providing personal information.

Note that even if you cancel your account, certain information may still be viewable in circumstances beyond our control, such as information you have shared with social media or other services. If you suspect that your account security has been compromised, please notify us immediately.

6. Children's Privacy:

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

7. Your Rights:

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we have collected. You may also withdraw your consent to our use of your information at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us here.

Before fulfilling your request, we may require you to verify your identity. We will make every effort to comply with your request in a reasonable timeframe. It is important to note that for record-keeping purposes or to complete transactions initiated prior to your request for a change or deletion, we may need to retain certain data. Even after you delete your information, residual copies may remain on our active servers and backup systems for some time due to the way we maintain certain services. Furthermore, we may not allow you to review certain data for legal, security, or other reasons.

8. Changes to Privacy Policy:

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates.

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy policy, please contact us here.

(By accessing or using the services, you acknowledge that you have read, comprehended, and consented to be bound by this privacy policy. Furthermore, you affirm that, according to applicable laws, you possess the legal authority to accept the terms on your own behalf and/or on behalf of any other person you represent regarding your use of the services.)