Privacy Policy (गोपनीयता नीति)

In the digital age, safeguarding your personal information is of paramount importance. At Samastipur News, we prioritize your privacy and security. This article outlines our privacy policy, explaining how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using our website, you consent to our data practices as described herein.

Information We Collect:

• Name: We may collect your name when you voluntarily provide it, such as when you leave comments or get in touch with us through our website.
• Email Address: Your email address may be collected when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us via our website.
• IP Address: For analytical and security purposes, we automatically collect your IP address and related information, including your approximate location.
• Cookies & Local Storage: We use cookies, IndexedDB, and LocalStorage to authenticate you securely, remember your preferences, and (with your consent) analyze traffic and serve personalized ads. You can manage these choices at any time via our Cookie Consent Banner at the bottom of the page.

How We Use Your Information:

The information we collect serves the following purposes:

• Personalization: We use your data to provide personalized services.
• Communication: Your information helps us respond to your inquiries and offer customer support.
• Newsletters and Updates: If you've subscribed to our mailing list, we may send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials.
• Analysis and Improvement: We analyze website usage to enhance our content and services.
• Security and Legal Compliance: Your data helps us prevent fraud, protect our website's security, and comply with legal obligations.

Data Sharing, Processors and Disclosure:

We do not sell your personal information. We utilize trusted third-party data processors strictly to operate the platform:

• Firebase (Authentication & Database): For secure sign-ins and profile storage. We use IndexedDB for session persistence, eliminating reliance on third-party cookies where possible.
• Google Analytics 4: To measure website traffic. This is governed by your Cookie Consent (Consent Mode v2).
• Brevo: For sending newsletters and essential emails.
• Razorpay: To process secure payments for subscriptions.
• Google AdSense: To serve advertisements. Personalized ads are only served if you explicitly opt-in via our Consent Banner.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or valid legal processes.

Privacy Sandbox & Cookie Phase-Out

Samastipur News is committed to privacy-first browsing. We have structured our platform to minimize reliance on third-party cookies in preparation for modern browser privacy features (like Google's Privacy Sandbox). Core features such as logging in and reading articles will function fully even if your browser blocks third-party cookies.

Data Retention:

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Security:

We employ reasonable measures to protect your personal information and prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights:

You have the right to:

• Access, update, correct, and delete your personal information.
• Unsubscribe from our mailing list or opt-out of receiving promotional communications at any time.

For any privacy-related inquiries or to exercise these rights, please contact us through the information provided below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information.